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Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine - September 2025

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In this issue

Amazing extensions
Smart solutions to increase the size of your home

Kitchen design
Insider tips on planning the perfect layout

TAKE IT OUTSIDE
From garden andscaping to lighting

14 WAYS TO CUT THE COST OF YOUR EXTENSION

Made to measure

Sue and Greg Smith only wanted to build their own oak frame home if it could match their exact requirements – luckily, help was at hand

4 mins

Treetop retreat

Nestled in the middle of a secluded woodland site, Marie Greene's contemporary timber-clad home has become a local landmark

4 mins

Blending indoors and out

A well-designed garden project can prove almost as much work as building or renovating a house but it will extend living space outdoors and improve the outlook, as these projects demonstrate

4 mins

KEEPING YOUR NEIGHBOURS SWEET

Navigating planning approval for an extension or self-build is likely to mean getting your neighbours onside. Here's how to build a harmonious relationship with them

7 mins

14 tips for saving money on your extension

A well-designed extension can add value and floor space to your home without breaking the bank. Discover the best strategies for clawing back costs on your project

7 mins

How to design your kitchen layout

Galley, U-shape or island? Open shelving or full-height cupboards? Get the answers to your kitchen layout dilemmas with our expert guide

10+ mins

BUILDING A HOUSE ON AGRICULTURAL LAND

It might look like the perfect plot with enviable views of open fields and an idyllic countryside location, but just how easy is it to construct your new home on farmland? Our expert shares his advice

6 mins

Rising to the challenge

Taking on the restoration of a rundown Grade II-listed property and transforming it into a character-filled, energy-efficient home was an opportunity Amanda and Warren East couldn't resist

3 mins

Solar panels for swimming pools

If you're thinking about using solar panels to heat your swimming pool, here's some advice on the different types available

3 mins

GUIDE TO RENOVATING

Don't let a few cracks send you running in the opposite direction to what could still be a dream renovation project - not all faults spell disaster

7 mins

Wooded bliss

Rachel and Liam transformed a dated Victorian terrace into a modern, sustainable home perfectly suited to their lifestyle

5 mins

5 ways to... MAKE YOUR CEILING A FOCAL POINT

If you're building an extension, here's how to ensure the space above your head shares the same wow factor

1 mins

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT LOFT CONVERSION

If you’re not sure on the best way to add a room in the roof, these are the most popular options for extending your space. Which one is best for your home?

7 mins

VENTILATION SYSTEMS

Adding one of these systems to your self-build or renovation could solve excess humidity and improve the overall air quality inside your home

5 mins

USING A BILL OF QUANTITIES

Discover why this practical method of costing your building project is an effective way to keep a tighter control of your budget and prevent overspending

9 mins

LANDSCAPE LIGHTING

Discover where to position your garden lighting for a design that is functional and adds atmosphere when the sun goes down

6 mins

ARE SOLAR PANELS WORTH IT?

When looking at renewable energy, it's perfectly reasonable to question whether solar panels are worth it. Renewable energy expert David Hilton explains what could turn a 'yes' into a 'maybe'

4 mins

Single-storey extensions

Are you feeling cramped or crowded in your current home? If so, a single-storey extension can be a great way of adding space to your main living areas.

8 mins

CHOOSING ECO-FRIENDLY FLOORING

Whether you're planning to extend or renovate your home, a key decision is choosing the right floor - here are the options that have the lowest impact on the environment

5 mins

Self-build for beginner's

HOW TO DESIGN A HOUSE THAT'S CHEAP TO RUN

7 mins

Box clever

As square houses go, the Peckham House in south London is as cool as they come.

1 mins

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Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine Description:

Publisher: Future

Category: Home

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

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.