We’re still open and available for pre-booked appointments Whilst it may not be quite ‘business as usual’, the latest advice from housing secretary Robert Jenrick confirms that housing developers, estate agents and removal firms can continue to operate during lockdown. Furthermore, visits to show homes and sales and marketing suites can still go ahead, and […]
In 2018 the United Nations IPCC report acknowledged that 11 years from now the world will be experiencing a climate catastrophe. In response to this, the UK government declared a state of climate emergency. This emergency prompted them to bring forward the current plan of zero emissions by 2050 to closer to 2030. As a […]
Homes England confirm support for Genesis Homes’ new Rheda development Homes England have agreed funding for our new flagship development at Rheda. The development will comprise of 55 high-quality homes, of which 19 will be bungalows. The scheme, to be known as ‘Beckstones’, will feature several of Genesis Homes’ house designs, with two, three, four […]
10th October: World Metal Health Day MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS This year has been a year like no other. Now more than ever, it’s vitally important that we look after ourselves and each other and seek help when it’s needed. Our Mental Health First Aider, Simon, has talked about why our mental health is so important […]
Congratulations to Jack Wallace, our commercial apprentice, who just passed his Level 3 NVQ in Business and Administration! We had a chat with Jack to find out about his time with Genesis and what are his future work plans, plus (more importantly) how he’s going to celebrate his success at the weekend. How long have […]
Shake it up with a cocktail! The nights are getting darker and it’s a little nippy out there. How about shaking things up a little with a warming cocktail? There is a fabulous cocktail called ‘Genesis’. Here’s how you make it: GENESIS COCKTAIL Mix together: 40ml Bacardi gold rum 10ml apricot brandy 20ml (fresh if […]
If you’re hoping to buy your first home, you may have come across the term ‘affordable’ housing (also known as ‘discounted sale’). Genesis Homes build affordable properties on the majority of their developments. These homes are offered for a discount below their market value so buyers get to purchase a great home, in a fantastic […]
Work commences on parkland scheme at Beckstones, Rheda *** Construction work has recently started on our flagship scheme at Rheda Park, near Whitehaven. Properties will be released for sale in the autumn, with two show homes planned for spring 2021. Beckstones is our sixth development and comprises of 55-homes, a mix of 3, 4 and […]
We are pleased to confirm that we are experiencing the same upsurge in enquiries, and sales, as reported by Rightmove and in the media. According to last weeks Sunday Times, pre-pandemic the average asking price of a house in the UK was £260,000, today it is £290,000. Likewise, there were 28,420 transactions a week pre-lockdown, […]
Allerdale Borough Council Planning Committee have approved our application for 81 new homes at Stainburn. Our application included a mix of 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom house types as well as 19 (no.) 2 and 3-bedroom bungalows. We are renowned for building stylish properties in desirable areas, and incorporating a high specification. The site is […]
Trying to create a bedroom for any child/teenager can be challenging, as whilst you want your child to love their room, you also want it to have a bit of style! Our show homes often include children’s rooms and we’ve created them with kids in mind. Our interior designer, Catherine, has designed a couple of […]
A new home offers a lovely, blank canvas, but can often leave you asking, ‘where do I even start?’ Open your wardrobe – what colours do you see? Is your jewellery preference for silvers or golds? This can be a great way to decide on colours for your new home. Over the past couple of […]