March 2010
Lakehouse becomes a member of Business in the Community
Lakehouse has become a member of Business in the Community, a registered charity whose purpose is to inspire, engage, support and challenge companies to continually improve their positive impact on society.
As a membership organisation the charity works with over 800 corporate members on community, workplace, marketplace and environmental issues.
As a member of Business in the Community Lakehouse has actively committed to continually improve how it manages resources. In doing so Lakehouse has committed to:
- Inspire, innovate and lead by sharing learning and experience of responsible business
- Impact on key social issues through collaborative action in areas of greatest need
- Integrate, manage and measure responsible business practice
Ladies do it for themselves in Tonbridge
Ladies rolled up their sleeves and learned how to do it for themselves during a free DIY workshop run by Russet Homes and sponsored by Lakehouse, its strategic maintenance partner.
The all women group tried their hand at painting and decorating as well as everyday jobs around the kitchen at an empty property in Tonbridge. They also learned how to isolate valves and stopcocks in a plumbing emergency plus lots of health and safety tips, including the importance of wearing the correct protective equipment and reading instructions before starting any work.
Most of the ladies had little experience of DIY but Russet Homes tenant Selina Boyd, said "Even though it's unusual for a lady I am a real DIY enthusiast and I'm always keen to learn more. I'm one of those people who enjoy taking something all apart if it doesn't work to try and fix it."
The course is one of a series that Lakehouse sponsors to provide residents with the confidence and skills to tackle some DIY jobs themselves.
February 2010
Lakehouse is exhibiting at CIH South East Exhibition, 2 - 4 March
Join us at the Hilton Brighton Metropole on stand no.122 to find out more about the exciting work we are undertaking in the social housing sector. Hear about our innovative solution for Brent Housing Partnership that is literally breathing new life into an estate adjacent to the busy North Circular Road. Check out our range of award-winning community engagement initiatives. See if we are working in your area - if you are based in London or the south east we won't be far away.
Whilst we are there we will be hosting an informal networking event at the Hotel du Vin, Brighton, on 2 March. Numbers are limited so if you are interested in joining us please contact amanda.lealman@lakehouse.uk.com.
Further information on the exhibition at www.cihseconf.co.uk
Lakehouse short listed for Contractor of the Year Award 2010
Lakehouse has been short listed for the prestigious Contractor of the Year Award in Building Magazine's annual Building Awards 2010.
The awards recognise the industry's top performers and encourage sustained performance and development throughout the sector. The awards ceremony is being held on 22nd April at the Grosvenor House Hotel and is expected to attract over 1,500 senior industry figureheads.
LFEPA awards Lakehouse new BREEAM fire station in Walthamstow
Plans for a new fire station in Walthamstow have moved up a gear since the award of the major rebuilding project to Lakehouse. The £4.9million programme will see Lakehouse demolish Walthamstow's existing fire station and build a new three bay station on the same site.
Waltham Forest Borough Commander Darren Dovey said: "This is good news for both residents and firefighters in Waltham Forest. The new fire station will help further improve the service we offer to the local community, while providing our firefighters and support staff with modern, up-to-date accommodation and facilities that are fit for the 21st century."
London Fire Brigade now has a diverse fleet of vehicles of various types and sizes, and the extra space that the new station will provide will give London Fire Brigade the ability to engage the community and the flexibility to meet possible future needs.
