Lauren Allison, Author at Genesis Homes

How switching to timber frame materials will help the environment

Posted on: April 7, 2022

AT Genesis Homes, we have always seriously considered the impact we have on the environment. All our homes are built to exceptionally high standards for thermal efficiency and air tightness, and include numerous green features to reduce energy use around the home. Our commitment to helping protect the planet was evidenced by launching our EcoGen […]

Proud to be Greener, Cleaner, Cheaper

Posted on: April 1, 2022

THE benefits of buying a new build home are many, and it is no surprise that newly constructed houses are in such high demand across the UK. One of the most popular things about buying new is that you move into a home decorated the way you want it and you can immediately call your […]

Quantity surveyor proving there should be no barriers for women in construction

Posted on: March 18, 2022

LAURA Fraser, our talented trainee quantity surveying student, has made excellent progress during her studies and she is proving gender is no barrier in a male-dominated construction industry. Recent figures from national construction and development company Wates Group revealed that less than 15 per cent of the UK construction workforce is represented by women, and, […]

£20,000 fund launched to benefit Cumbrian communities

Posted on: March 8, 2022

IT IS with great pride that we can bring you the news that we, along with our sister company Russell Armer Homes, have launched a £20,000 community fund to benefit communities across Cumbria. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations throughout the county will be able to apply for their share of the annual £20,000 pot provided, with […]

Cumbria serves up some of the best food the country has to offer

Posted on: February 22, 2022

AS one of the UK’s most beautiful counties (we think it’s number one!), it’s little wonder that so many people choose Cumbria as the place to spend some quality time. The wondrous fells and mountains of the Lake District are a real magnet for lovers of the great outdoors the world over, and the stunning […]

‘We can’t solve today’s problems with yesterday’s solutions’

Posted on: February 17, 2022

THE cat is finally out the bag about our pioneering carbon net-zero emitting housing development in the village of Calthwaite – and we’ve been completely blown away by the positive response. Countless hours have been spent researching and preparing plans to make the 16-home development as environmentally friendly as possible, and to receive the glowing […]

Proud to lead the way in sustainable house building

Posted on: February 16, 2022

WE are immensely proud to finally be able to announce our plans to build 16 completely net-zero carbon-emitting homes on a single development in Cumbria. After endless hours of research and work behind the scenes, we are relieved to share the news that our upcoming Pennine View development in the village of Calthwaite will be […]

Top walking routes for your lovely winter walk

Posted on: December 14, 2021

Top walking routes for your lovely winter walk AS the end of the year approaches and the worst of the winter weather bites, it is all too easy to stay snuggled up warm in the surroundings of your own home. But the frosty, cold weather can also make ideal conditions for a lovely winter walk […]

A big thank you as we celebrate reaching 200 home milestone!

Posted on: December 8, 2021

Little under five years ago, Genesis Homes was formed to build relatively small housing developments on two pieces of land in Cumbria, at Wigton and Brigham. Later that year, in November 2017, there was great joy when the first house was completed in our St Cuthbert’s development at Wigton and the first Genesis Homes residents […]

Our supporters treated to an enjoyable – but bitterly cold – social trip to the rugby

Posted on: November 29, 2021

STORM Arwen tried with all its might but didn’t spoil our fantastic Christmas social event at the aptly named Winters Park, the home of Penrith Rugby Club. Although there was some travel disruption due to the high winds and snowstorms, a determined bunch battled the bitter cold conditions to be our guest as we said […]

Our favorite things about the lovely village of Stainburn

Posted on: November 5, 2021

LOCATED on the outskirts of the coastal town of Workington, the village of Stainburn is a lovely little area which is also well connected to the Lake District. We look at what we love about Stainburn so much. Perfectly located to cater for all interests Do you love to be beside the seaside? Or […]

Ongoing training opportunities to develop skills at Genesis Homes

Posted on: October 18, 2021

AT Genesis Homes, we are passionate about providing opportunities for our workforce to upskill and be the best they can be. As well as providing apprenticeships and traineeships for those just starting out in their chosen careers, we encourage our staff, wherever possible, to learn new skills and develop their current attributes around their roles […]

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