As the UK housebuilding industry prepares for the Future Homes Standard and aims to deliver 1.5 million new homes by 2030, how do we futureproof homes while keeping them affordable and buildable at scale?
In our debut episode of Shaping a Greener Tomorrow, Danielle Michalska-Morris Senior Group Technical Innovation Manager at Barratt Redrow PLC joins host and UPOWA’s Managing Director Paul Terry to discuss how rethinking home design, leveraging renewable technologies and modern methods of construction, and fostering industry-wide collaboration can accelerate the delivery of sustainable housing.
From smart tech in Denmark to timber frame systems in the US, Danielle explains how international best practice is shaping Barratt Redrow’s approach — and why no single solution will work for every home. It’s about data, flexibility, and putting the homeowner at the centre of the design journey.
Tune in for insights on:
- What defines a "home of the future"
- Decarbonising new homes for net zero
- The role of fabric-first and smart technology
- Responding to evolving regulation
- Challenges of building at scale sustainably
- Consumer expectations and the value of education
- The power of cross-sector collaboration
Resources & mentions:
- Future Homes Standard
- Energy House 2.0 & Zed House
- Future Homes Hub & HBF
- Barratt Redrow PLC
- Octopus Energy Zero Bills
- Brickability Group PLC
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