About our research themes

Our research falls into five areas of focus: 

Housing, planning and affordability

• Housing Need and Supply
• Planning Obligations & the Planning System
• Housing Policy, Regulation & Evaluation

Housing for older people

• Housing in Older Age
• Moving in Older Age
• Smart Homes for Older Age

Digital innovation

• The Digital Agenda
• Building Information Modelling
• Modern Methods of Construction & Offsite Manufacturing

Housing tenure and alternative models of housing

• Social Housing
• Private Rented Sector
• Alternative Models of Housing

Communities and equality

• Equality & Improving Outcomes
• Communities & Engagement