Perfect coastal retreat
One couple renovate a run-down cob cottage on the Cornish coast, creating a fresh, contemporary home.

Family matters
A radical remodelling and extension project turns a dark and dated semi-detached property into a modern family home.

Behind the design:
Bridge landings Introduce wow factor into your home with architect Allan Corfield’s look at this bold, spacedefining statement — from costs to construction..

RENOVATOR’S GUIDE: EXTERIOR MAKEOVERS
Discover how to increase kerb appeal and elevate your home’s appearance with Natasha Brinsmead’s transformation guide.

OUR SELF-BUILD JOURNEY
Expert Mark Brinkley reveals what it’s like to live in a self-built home.

SEVENTIES REVIVAL
A dormer bungalow is radically extended and renovated to create a light and spacious home in Lincolnshire..

ADDING SPACE AND VALUE TO YOUR HOME
This month: designing, planning and budgeting for a loft conversion.

CHARACTERFUL ADDITION
A family renovate and transform a bungalow in the Cotswolds with a two-storey oak-frame extension.

EXPERT ADVICE FOR YOUR BUILD
Essential tips for managing your project
Getting the best from architects
Financial pitfalls to avoid!

Practical renovation solutions...

ADDING SPACE AND VALUE*
This month: designing, planning and budgeting for a basement conversion.

A LIFETIME HOME
One couple adapt their 1980s estate house to make the most of the countryside views.

HOW TO FIND A PLOT*
In the second of a 15-part series, our expert details how to plan an effective landfinding strategy from size, narrowing down the location and appraising a site..

ADDING SPACE AND VALUE
This month: how to design, budget and plan for your kitchen extension.

MODERNIST MAKEOVER
One couple sensitively renovate and extend a 1970s self-build.

GROWING UP
A young family renovate, extend and transform a Victorian terrace into a modern home in London..

A modern farmhouse
One couple build an oakframe self-build which seamlessly blends traditional aesthetic with modern living.

Smart thinking
This extended and renovated Victorian terrace in London features the latest smart home tech — here, the homeowner shares his build story.

75Behind the design: Corner glazing 
Introduce wow factor into your home without breaking the bank with architect Allan Corfield’s guide to adding this feature.

New England classic
A dated bungalow with sea views is extended and re modelled to create a two-storey coastal inspired family home.

The latest porcelain paving tiles
Durable, anti-slip and costeffective. Find out the latest options for your outdoor space..

Future facing
A contemporary eco-home is built on a challenging plot on the edge of Edinburgh city centre.

78A buyer’s guide to replacing windows
From the cost of replacing your windows to what you really need to know about the Building Regulations, Rebecca Foster provides an in-depth guide..

HOW TO REMODEL YOUR HOME
A practical guide to getting started.

Rural challenge
Two brothers convert a derelict brick barn in Kent into a unique, contemporary home.

78Essential buyer’s guide to zinc roofs
A versatile solution for both traditional and contemporary builds, here’s what to consider before choosing this material, including the costs.

A cottage transformed
A run-down cottage in Wales is given a new lease of life thanks to an extensive renovation and extension scheme.

Treatments for contemporary windows 
Curtains can distract from the look of a modern home — we take a look at some of the latest design ideas and solutions.

How to set up a building site
Mark Stevenson details what you need to know, including his essential checklist.

Old meets new
A new oak-framed home with the character and warmth of an old house, but designed for modern family living.

Behind the design: Glass balustrades
Architect Allan Corfield explains how to design and budget for this desirable feature.

renovator’s guide to Building Regulations
Surveyor Ian Rock details what you need to know before taking on your renovation project..

Opinion: Reimagining the built environment - Architect Darren Bray suggests how we can rise to the challenges of climate change.

Building in quality - Self-build expert Mark Stevenson advises on the steps you need to take to ensure a quality build before you start on site..

The rise of the design and build company
Self-build expert Mark Brinkley investigates the details of this hands-off approach to creating an individual home — and why it’s gaining traction in the UK.

Building surveys explained
Chartered surveyor Ian Rock provides his advice in our beginner’s guide to renovation.

A schoolhouse transformed One couple renovate a traditional schoolhouse and add a dramatic contemporary extension.

Introducing trees into a new garden - Landscape designer Paul Hervey-Brookes details how to transform your self-build plot with new trees, and protect existing species during a build..

A towering restoration - A dilapidated watertower in Devon is restored to its former glory on a £67k budget.

Opinion: Why thermal mass is key to our homes - Tim Pullen details how thermal mass can address overheating and poor energy efficiency.

On-site build diaries - Our experts reveal their top tips from their own projects.

Reinventing the bungalow - A dated bungalow in Surrey becomes a modern family home thanks to a remodel and loft conversion scheme.

Self-build in the city The tough challenges - associated with self-building in a city didn’t stop these creative homeowners from achieving their urban dreams.

The latest external doors - The latest product designs to increase kerb appeal..

Realising the dream - One couple achieve their dream of building an oak-frame home in Worcestershire.

Freestanding bath tubs - The latest product designs to complete your interior scheme.

Practical solutions for loft conversions - From a master bedroom to a home office, here’s what you need to know before converting a loft..

The eagle has landed - A unique home, with green credentials, is built on a stunning clifftop plot in rural Scotland.

“I renovated a hamlet” - One man details how he completed a once-in-a-lifetime project to renovate a collection of cottages and barns, turning round the fate of a Cornish hamlet.

Save money on your bathroom renovation..

How to light your garden at night - Landscape designer Paul Hervey- Brookes explains how to make the most of your night-time garden.

Extension solutions - From cladding to roofing, here’s how to build an extension which complements your home...

Modern landmark - An award-winning contemporary home in Cambridgeshire takes its design cues from local architecture.

Freestanding VS - built-in sanitaryware We explain the options available and what to consider before buying wares for your bathroom..

Your news - A look at the latest on your projects and your advice.

How to design a family home - Design experts share their secrets to creating a home fit for modern family living..

Hidden treasure A South Yorkshire cottage with a quirky history is completely transformed for £50k, Opinion: Building flexible homes Architect Carl Huntley argues that ‘liveability’ should outweigh ‘saleability’ when building homes, Create the perfect hallway An architectural moodboard for creating a well-designed hall...

How to Design a Garden on a Budget - Landscape designer Paul Hervey-Brookes explains how you can save money without sacrificing style when creating a new garden.

Victorian Revolution - A traditional property is transformed into a modern and light-filled family home, thanks to an extension and remodel..

Planning Permission: Secrets to Success - Planning expert Ken Dijksman shares his top tips, and highlights common pitfalls to avoid when applying for permission.

Calculating Your Build Costs - Discover how much it will cost to build your own home, with our monthly build cost calculator..

How to Deal with a Planning Refusal - Planning consultant Ken Dijksman explores why you might face a planning refusal and the potential options available to you.

Growing Up - A package home in London, built using modern methods of construction, transforms the lives of a growing family.

The Off-Grid Home - Eco expert Tim Pullen explains what to consider when building a home away from mains services..

Country Kitchens: A Design Masterclass - A timeless look that can be adapted for any kitchen size, shape or budget, our guide is bursting with inspiration for your project.

23 Great Woodburners - We have chosen our favourite woodburners to inspire you to create warmth in your home — including top tips, from quality checking to installation.

Building with Blocks - Masonry is casting off its traditional image, says Jason Orme, who explains why the material offers plenty of flexibility for contemporary homes..

The UK’s Best New Homes Revealed! We reveal the winners of The Daily Telegraph Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2018, Taking the Plunge A stunning Passivhaus home, built on the site of a garage in London, shows that downsizing doesn’t mean downgrading, How to Create a Warm Interior Scheme Find out how to make your new home feel cosy with our design guide — and why there’s more to creating character in a renovation or self-build project than painting the walls!...

Terrace Transformation: Renovating and extending a neglected, Artex-covered London terrace provides one couple with a contemporary, light-filled home, A Worthy Gamble Taking a leap of faith, a London couple buy a garage in a conservation area without planning permission
— transforming it into the site of their new home...

Interior Timber Cladding - We explain how to achieve this on-trend look in your new home in our practical guide.

Reach for the Stars - One couple has painstakingly converted two listed barns in Herefordshire to create a characterful, light-filled, open plan home, ideal for modern family living...

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