How is timber frame construction shaping the future of housebuilding at Bellway?
As part of Bellway’s commitment to reducing waste, improving build quality and supporting more sustainable construction, the business is transitioning more of its developments to timber frame construction, with an ambitious target of reaching 30% by 2030.
In this episode of Bricking It with Bellway, Laura is joined by Chris Hagan, Managing Director of Bellway Home Space, to explore what this shift means for the way Bellway designs and delivers its homes and how off-site manufacturing is helping future proof the business for new regulations, skills challenges and net zero targets.
Chris shares insight into the launch of Bellway Home Space, the new timber frame facility in Mansfield, and how manufacturing-led construction improves quality, consistency, speed and sustainability. The conversation also looks at the role of automation and robotics, the environmental benefits of timber, and the exciting career opportunities emerging as construction increasingly blends with manufacturing and technology.
Chris joined Bellway just over 18 months ago to lead the creation of Bellway Home Space. With a background in aviation, automotive and construction manufacturing, he brings extensive experience in high-volume, high-quality, just-in-time production. He has previously set up and scaled multiple manufacturing businesses and now leads Bellway’s move into large-scale off-site timber frame manufacturing.
Let’s start Bricking It!
Careers at Bellway: https://www.bellwaycareers.co.uk/
Better with Bellway (sustainability): https://www.bellwayplc.co.uk/sustainability
Timber in Construction Roadmap (UK Government): https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/timber-in-construction-roadmap
