Homebuilding & Renovating
Side by side
A phased approach enabled Kate and Andy Stoddart to replace their modest single-storey bungalow with a larger contemporary house in a woodland glade
3 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Above and beyond
Passed down the generations, this industrial reservoir building in Hereford eventually found a new life, thanks to the vision and dedication of a young family
5 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
HOW LONG DOES PLANNING PERMISSION LAST?
To ensure permission is in place prior to starting your build project, how long is it before you have to begin work? Make sure you know the rules to ensure you’re in line with the latest regulations
6 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
How to plan a successful kitchen.extension
From coming up with a design to the best ways of configuring the space, this is what you should consider before starting your project
10+ min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
How to remodel a Kitchen
Whether you're looking to improve the layout, increase your storage or give your space a brand-new look, these are the steps to follow to ensure you get the best results
9 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Accessible garden design
Whether you're designing a garden from scratch, adapting an existing one or planning for the future, to make it usable for all, choosing the right materials and layout can make all the difference
3 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
15 EXTENSION MISTAKES TO AVOID
Planning on extending? Follow our 15 invaluable tips to ensure your build progresses without delays, extra costs, or other major hitches
10 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Shaping up
After settling into their London townhouse, and in need of extra family space, one couple set to work creating a rear extension with a difference
4 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
HOW MUCH listic DOES A NEW STAIRCASE COST?
Whether you’re adding a brand-new staircase or looking to upgrade or relocate an existing one, get the lowdown on what to budget for your project
7 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN AN MVHR SYSTEM?
Good maintenance matters when it comes to keeping your mechanical ventilation heat recovery system functioning well. Our expert explains exactly what's involved
4 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
GUIDE TO RENOVATING
Taking on a renovation doesn't necessarily mean you'll be free of the red tape often associated with a new build or extension. Here's what you need to know about the Building Regs...
7 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Self-build for beginners - PLOT-BUYING PROCESS
From how long it takes to what paperwork you need to have in place, what should you expect when buying a piece of land to build on?
6 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
ASK THE EXPERTS
Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or home renovation project that you need answering? Why not drop us a line by emailing homebuilding@futurenet.com and your question could be answered by one of our magazine experts
6 min |
May 2025
Homes & Gardens
MAKING HISTORY
In a historic home in a Chicago suburb, designer Wendy Labrum deftly honoured the house's past while weaving in modern elements
3 min |
May 2025
Homes & Gardens
Garden views
Ignacio Silva, National Trust head gardener at Emmetts Garden, tells us about the interesting plants to be found at one of the highest points in Kent
2 min |
May 2025
Homes & Gardens
Garden notes
Inspired ideas and buys for outdoor spaces
2 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
Voyage of discovery
On our editor's trip to Maison&Objet in Paris, he found so many design brands he didn't know - and returned with new suggestions for a more energised take on decor
2 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
Filtering the softest of glows
Used as curtains, blinds or room dividers, these floaty designs can add lightness and even a subtle wash of colour
1 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
New age
The renovation of this Victorian semi in London was all about bringing a fresh approach to the British style vernacular – and what a success it's been
4 min |
May 2025
Homes & Gardens
MY LIFE IN 10
Beata Heuman, interior designer and maker of homeware and furnishings, shares some of her favourite things
2 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
The designer who's always best in show
Studiopepe’s launches at Milan Design Week set the tone for trends - co-founder Arianna Lelli Mami tells our executive editor Pip Rich what to expect
2 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
Colour decoded
Livingetc colour expert Amy Moorea Wong on a dining room that is the epitome of cool - and yet still feels like a warm hug
3 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
Fashion show
Home to the founder of a cult accessories label, this apartment was always going to be super stylish
4 min |
May 2025
Homes & Gardens
Sunshine state
Summer is on the horizon and the new-season outdoor fabric collections offer brilliant design possibilities for the garden
4 min |
May 2025
Living Etc UK
The rebels with an uplifting cause
In the work of Miami-based studio Moniomi Design there is a sense that it is always cocktail hour somewhere, that good times are just waiting to be had
3 min |
May 2025
Homes & Gardens
EUROPEAN FURNITURE
So many iconic pieces hail from Europe these are just a few of the brands that continue to produce standout designs
7 min |
May 2025
25 Beautiful Homes
COUNTRY CASUAL
Designer Kate Figler demonstrates how an uplifting palette of natural colours can create a welcoming home that's a joy to spend time in
2 min |
May 2025
25 Beautiful Homes
Go with the flow
Laura Kim and her husband Chip Newton breathed new life into their historic home, adding modern touches and making the flow between rooms - and the outside - more cohesive
2 min |
May 2025
25 Beautiful Homes
Seeking sanctuary
A serene Japanese aesthetic and the practical needs of family life come together in Katherine and James Simmonds' beautiful new build
2 min |
May 2025
25 Beautiful Homes
LAP OF LUXURY
Elegant fittings and tactile materials give this new bathing space timeless, spa-like style
1 min |