Lychgate has a unique depth of knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of the Construction Industry which it brings to bear when structuring research programmes and interpreting the results. The majority of our studies are designed to suit the individual needs of our clients.

In a single year the company gathers and analyses feedback from thousands of people operating in the industry, providing a constantly up-to-date understanding of topical issues.

The company has provided research for leading construction material producers, service providers and trade associations, supplying information which has shaped product strategies, influenced marketing campaigns and monitored purchasing practices.

As a consequence of this extensive industry specific activity and through additional investment, Lychgate has developed a database of practitioners, decision-makers and influencers which includes clients, housebuilders, specifiers, main contractors and specialist sub- contractors. This is used for research processes alone and is utilised on behalf of clients when preparing samples. Our research programmes are carried out at all levels in the industry, including:

• major end user organisations with property portfolios, such as the banks, building societies, the leading retailers, leisure groups, manufacturing industry, local authorities, central government, NHS trusts and housing associations.
• independent specifiers such as architects, interior designers, surveyors and engineering consultants.
• housebuilders
• main contractors
• sub-contractors and specialist contractors
• builders merchants
• specialist distributors
• outsourced building management providers.

We have researched and co-written all of the Barbour Reports (see Research Reports for further information) which have involved in-depth interviews across the industry on topics of relevance to product and material suppliers