We want to share a range of views and experiences about building MMC homes. On this page you’ll find case studies, member profiles, manufacturer interviews, blogs and news. If you’d like to share your story, then get in touch: info@buildingbetter.org.uk
Enabling demountable and/or meanwhile use accommodation for local authorities
On the 2nd December 2025 we were delighted to host a panel discussion in London on demountable and/or meanwhile use accommodation. Read more for our reflections on the event, and plans for next steps.
Building Better: Community of Practice 101 -Getting Started for New and Prospective Members
Perhaps you’ve read about the Building Better: Community of Practice, you like the vision, you share our passion to see an increase in the delivery of social and affordable homes – but you’re wondering how it will work in practice? In this blog, we share the core elements of communities of practice and why they’re effective, what the Building Better: Community of Practice will do, and what it means to be a member.
Unlocking the Power of a Community of Practice
In an era where knowledge is power, individuals, organisations and industries are constantly seeking better ways to learn, share, and
State of MMC delivery in social housing
The National Housing Federation and Building Better have surveyed housing associations across England to find out about their use of
Building Better appoints ZED PODS to offsite framework
Building Better, the National Housing Federation-supported group of housing associations and councils working to increase the use of modern methods
Building Better searches for traditional contractors to join £800m MMC framework
Building Better, the National Housing Federation-backed alliance of housing associations and councils set up to increase the use of modern
Member story – Magenta Living
Magenta Living is a not-for-profit housing provider that owns and manages nearly 13,000 properties. They are the largest affordable housing
Insights on the challenging landscape for MMC
Building Better board director Terry Fuller used to work at L&G Modular. Here he explores some of the issues facing
Lessons in delivery
In our new blog series, we ask social housing professionals who are already delivering MMC homes to give us their
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