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2026
04
June
2026
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14:28
Europe/London
VELUX welcomes the UK Government’s proposed reforms to streamline planning decisions for smaller home improvements, including loft conversions and extensions, by removing the need for planning committee approval.While some extensions do not require …
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28
April
2026
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12:08
Europe/London
At the DACH+HOLZ trade fair in Cologne, Germany, VELUX unveiled its new vacuum insulating glass technology — an innovative product designed to take the performance of roof windows to the next level.Developed in partnership with Guardian Glass, the …
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21
April
2026
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09:59
Europe/London
More than a third of Europeans (40%) feel daylight impacts their physical or mental wellbeing, whilst almost half (46%) report cold homes in winter negatively does the same More than a third of …
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21
April
2026
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08:53
Europe/London
Read the full Future of Home Report here. This report details findings from a multimarket quantitative study with homeowners and renters exploring the emerging ‘living’ trends and the impact these might have on their future home needs.
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24
March
2026
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17:35
Europe/London
The Standard is the revision of Part L (energy) and F (ventilation) within the Approved Documents for England. Part O (overheating) remains under review. In practice this means that housebuilders will need to ensure that the building fabric …
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13
February
2026
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09:00
Europe/London
VELUX has confirmed it will continue its partnership with the UK government‑backed Housing Design Awards (HDA).
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06
January
2026
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14:45
Europe/London
As the UK government seeks to build 1.5 million homes, new research by Savills commissioned by VELUX has shown the potential of building new-homes with easier to convert lofts. Current building practices in Britain typically mean that homes built …
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2025
29
July
2025
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16:52
Europe/London
Global roof window manufacturer VELUX has announced a pioneering partnership with Sunderland College to launch the VELUX Skills Academy, a sector-leading initiative aimed at addressing the UK’s critical shortage of skilled window installers and …
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12
May
2025
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14:34
Europe/London
Today the VELUX Group opens a hub for innovation in an old wooden warehouse converted into a modern workplace for creativity to thrive. LKR Innovation House has a carbon footprint well below similar buildings in Denmark due to the renovation and the …
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08
May
2025
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17:02
Europe/London
The VELUX Group and igloo Regeneration enter partnership to create homes in Sunderland based on award-winning sustainable construction principlesRoof-window maker VELUX and sustainable developer igloo Regeneration agree to build homes based on the …
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31
March
2025
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11:30
Europe/London
In 2024, the VELUX Group reduced emissions from its own operations by 11% – a 60% decrease from the baseline year in 2020, bringing the company one step closer to its operational emissions target by 2030. VELUX also accelerated its biodiversity and …
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2024
20
December
2024
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11:52
Europe/London
Employees from local roof-window firm VELUX took a heartwarming approach to giving back to the community this year, by delivering over 100 gifts to care home residents in the Glenrothes & Kirkcaldy area ahead of Christmas.Instead of holding an …
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13
December
2024
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14:46
Europe/London
Experts have called for greater awareness of daylighting in buildings at the launch of campaign in the UK Parliament.The call comes as the UK government presses on with ambitious plans to build 1.5 million new homes in England during the current …
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25
November
2024
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10:40
Europe/London
VELUX, in collaboration with the RIBA Journal (RIBAJ), proudly introduces the Daylight from Above Awards, celebrating the transformative power of natural light in architectural design.
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01
November
2024
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11:43
Europe/London
The VELUX Group becomes official partner of the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes with Zwift for the next three years. These prestigious cycling events will put the leading global roof window maker in the spotlight as the VELUX brand will be …
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02
August
2024
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16:48
Europe/London
2nd August 2024 — VELUX is delighted to announce its continued support for the Housing Design Awards, marking the fifth consecutive year of partnership since 2020. The Housing Design Awards were established by the UK government in 1948, the …
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17
July
2024
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09:30
Europe/London
New research uncovers how Brits suffer from Summertime Seasonal Affective Disorder (SSAD) – which experts have dubbed ‘Heatred’ – leading to many looking to escape their homes in summerResearch shows Brits long for summer but hate it when it’s here …
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28
June
2024
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08:00
Europe/London
This week marks a momentous occasion for VELUX as it celebrates the 70th anniversary of its official launch in the UK. Since its inception, the Danish manufacturer has been at the forefront of transforming living spaces with daylight and fresh air, …
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02
May
2024
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08:02
Europe/London
VELUX expert says before you blame your partner for those sleepless nights, you might want to take a look at your indoor climate - it could save your relationship.
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15
April
2024
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15:58
Europe/London
With Spring now upon us, the dreaded hayfever season has arrived. VELUX has put together some top tips on fighting off the feared pollen whilst making sure the home is properly ventilated. With Allergy UK reporting that almost half of Brits …
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30
March
2024
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12:08
Europe/London
From April 2024, the roofing trade will have access to optimised combination flashings from VELUX. Installation of the window combinations will be much easier thanks to the launch of an Adjustable Middle Gutter which can be adjusted to widths …
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07
March
2024
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14:42
Europe/London
As the days (finally!) begin to lengthen, thoughts are drawn towards the promise of spring, sunshine, and fresh warm air. New TV series, Alan Cumming’s Paradise Homes celebrates inspiring architecture and daylight within homes. Most of the beautiful …
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Introducing Alan Cumming’s Paradise Homes, a new show celebrating inspiring design and daylight on Mondays from 12th February at 8pm on HGTV and stream on discovery+. Alan Cumming’s Paradise Homes is an enchanting, …
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2023
20
November
2023
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10:34
Europe/London
UK homeowners could unlock savings of approximately £395 per year through replacing ineffective windows and 57% lack confidence in assessing their homes energy efficiency.· In a recent survey of 2,000 UK …
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01
March
2023
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16:03
Europe/London
Leading roof window manufacturer VELUX® has announced the launch of a new collection of roller blinds. Available in a range of colours that allow you to bring nature directly into your home, whilst helping you keep your home cool from extreme …
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New resarch by VELUX, the world’s leading manufacturer of roof windows, finds that soaring energy costs makes it difficult for 76% of Londoners to feel comfortable in their home during intense cold periodsOver three quarters (77%) admit it is …
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2022
07
February
2022
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15:29
Europe/London
OF THOSE ALREADY WORKING FROM HOME:· 46% OF HOME WORKERS WORK FROM HOME 5 DAYS A WEEK· 82% OF HOME WORKERS THAT HAVE UNDERTAKEN HOME IMPROVEMENTS HAVE SPENT UP TO £10,000 TO …
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01
February
2022
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17:23
Europe/London
WFH is here to stay in 2022 and as such many of us are missing getting out in nature during on daily commute. Be it a five-minute walk to the station or a 20-minute walk to the office, this time outdoors does wonders for our overall wellbeing and …
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17
January
2022
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09:18
Europe/London
17 January 2022, UK: VELUX®, the leading roof window manufacturer, today releases new findings that depict Brit’s attitudes and awareness to home improvements and sustainability. The survey of 2000 adults in the UK found that our attitudes are still …
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