In this issue

BRIGHT IDEAS
This couple have extended their converted coach house with not one but two glass box extensions.

FREEDOM BY DESIGN
One family in Cornwall builds an accessible dormer bungalow for their young family.

Bright ideas

Knowing their converted coach house’s layout wouldn’t work for their growing family, Sam and Sarah Irvine decided to build two glass box extensions, resulting in a light and spacious home

6 mins

Rural gem

After two grueling years of planning, Patsy Parr took just 22 weeks to complete her first self-build — a modern take on a traditional oak framed home, complete with a boutique hotel vibe

6 mins

Nordic notes

A dilapidated 1950s bungalow is now a contemporary home, boasting a vaulted kitchen and living space filled with Scandi inspiration and vintage heirlooms

5 mins

Freedom by desıgn

Rose and Mark Morgan have self-built a wheelchair-friendly home that caters for the needs of their whole family

7 mins

Impressive budget renovations

With imagination, patience and a watchful eye over finances, these homeowners have transformed their properties into welcoming homes on modest budgets

2 mins

11 common planning questions answered

By understanding the basics, and doing your research rather than resorting to guesswork, you can easily avoid the most common planning pitfalls, says planning consultant Simon Rix

8 mins

Rainwater drainage: what is a soakaway?

Soakaways are a useful addition to your property’s rainwater drainage. Mark Brinkley explains how they work and how you can build your own…

6 mins

Single storey homes

Banish all thoughts of flimsy dated bungalows — single-storey houses can be super stylish structures, offering fantastically practical layouts suited to all lifestyles and needs. To prove it, we’ve pulled together some of the best designs out there

6 mins

THE ULTIMATE BUYER'S GUIDE TO Renewables

Whether you want to include a heat pump with your self-build or add solar panels to your existing home, our experts lay out the costs and considerations

10+ mins

Biophilic design

Beyond the buzzword, biophilic design may just be the key to a healthier, happier home. Here’s what it means and how to use it when designing your house

7 mins

Read all stories from Homebuilding & Renovating

Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine Description:

Each issue of Homebuilding & Renovating is packed full of inspiration and offers expert advice on a range of topics, from finding land, house design and choosing an architect, to planning permission, selecting materials and budget control – everything you need to ensure your project is a success.