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IMS ISO Accreditation

December ....2011

Having now held our ISO 9001 - 14001 - 18001 for over two years we are now coming up to our second audit.  Having passed our first we are confident that MHD have grasped the concept of the ISO accreditation which has helped dramatically by having a team that have also embraced ISO procedures.

Chocolate - York's Sweet History

December 2011......

About to Start on site, MHD Construction/Interiors/Property  are to embark on our first shopfitting project with a new Chocolate shop attraction that is due to open early 2012  Mark Nelson, of MHD said "We were delighted to have been given the chance to participate in such a high profile and prestigious project such as this, and even more delighted to have been awarded the contract"  

Fairview Farm Pannal

December 2011......

We are pleased to announce that MHD has just been awarded the task as Main Contractor on a private single plot development circa £850,000.  The client drew up a tender list of 5 Yorkshire based contractors and through a tender interview process chose MHD to carry out the highly prestigious development.  The project comprises of several barns interlinked, the task, to create a luxurious family home to the client's exacting standards using the latest technologies such as ground source heat pumps and Solar PV.  We are delighted to have won the project and can't wait to show the client what MHD can deliver!

Harton & Barton Update

March 2011...

Started in the early part of 2011 we are due to complete the four new build residential properties that are currently on the market.  Working closely with the highly renowned developer Zero C from Dorchester, we have created four highly luxurious one off houses on the outskirts of the wonderful city of York and near the famous Castle Howard Estate.  Recent comments from Kim Slowe the Managing Director of Zero C was, "MHD has really grasped how we expect our developments to look, this is one of the best examples of our work, and we will be dealing more closely with MHD in the future".

Zurich Awards.....

MHD SHORTLISTED FOR PROPERTY AWARD A Yorkshire property company is celebrating the completion of its latest development with the news that the project has been nominated for a prestigious industry award. MHD has been shortlisted for the annual Zurich Customer First Awards, sponsored by Zurich Municipal insurance. The York-based company was nominated for its new build project at Clifford near Wetherby, consisting of four luxury homes which are all already sold. The houses are constructed of a timber frame clad with traditional stone, which was specially designed to blend with adjacent period buildings. However, particular attention had to be paid to the layout of the development as it is close to a stream which presents a flood risk. The surrounding area had to be carefully landscaped to enable it to hold water and prevent flooding.  A challenge now facing many builders with the onset of climate change. The houses are finished to the very highest standard and have generated many favourable comments from visitors and property industry professionals alike. Innovative design throughout has been sympathetically executed to give a modern and ecologically sound finished product, combining the best of both traditional and cutting-edge craftsmanship. Andrew Beadnall of estate agent Beadnall & Copley, which marketed the properties, said "In 35 years in the property business I cannot recall ever seeing a one-off new-build development of such high quality, the design really complements the setting around the village green. During our open viewing weekend prospective buyers were extremely impressed by the attention to detail in the finish. Every viewer told me they were the best modern homes they had ever seen, which speaks volumes!" Managing Director Mark Nelson will manage the next stage, which consists of the conversion of a group of outbuildings on the same site, one of which is an ancient barn dating from the year 1663. Three further homes will be developed, all in keeping with the original period appearance. Mark says "We feel we offer a bespoke service that is still in demand, even in the current market conditions".

Start up
York Press and Yorkshire Post

It's as safe as houses!

A NEW start-up company based in York is hoping to create 15 jobs by the middle of next year.
Manor House Developments Ltd plans to recruit a team of skilled craftsmen for the fledgling business, which will specialise in building and refurbishing high-quality housing. Founders Mark Nelson, from York, has set up the business in the belief the housing market in York will continue to grow. Mark has worked in the construction industry in Yorkshire for more than 20 years. The company has already started work on developing four houses and two barn conversions at Boston Spa, near Tadcaster.

Mr Nelson said: "We have been very encouraged by the amount of interest we have received in the new company already, and have many exciting projects in the pipeline. We have also had a great reception from York's supply and services businesses, which have been fantastic in helping us set the business up."
The company is based at Evans Easy Space on York Business Park, near Poppleton - office space it secured with the help of York and North Yorkshire's inward investment board, york-england.com. Denise Stuart, chief executive of york-england.com, said: "Manor House Developments is a great example of a new start-up business targeting a very specific local market, and tailoring their skills and expertise to provide a service that is obviously in demand. The fact that they plan to grow the number of staff they employ so quickly is, of course, hugely positive and we wish them much success in the future."

Theresa Lindsey, head of marketing at Yorkshire Forward, said: "Construction is one of Yorkshire and Humber's fastest growing industries and showing excellent potential for further growth. Manor House Developments is a very ambitious, dynamic new company for York and the surrounding area, and their very clear focus on the services they can provide is to be commended. They have got off to a great start."