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Incredible Conversions
These projects have taken forgotten or redundant buildings and turned them into truly unique homes
2 min |
March 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Future Homes Standard explained
The government says it wants to drive down energy use in our homes. Tim Pullen explains what this means for self-builders and extenders
4 min |
March 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Master suites
A place to relax and retreat, a master bedroom suite is the perfect place to unwind. Here's how to design a room you'll want to spend time in
3 min |
March 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
How to design an oak frame home
This construction method offers myriad possibilities for designing a bespoke home, whether you want something traditional or more contemporary. Here, Rebecca Foster explains how the design process works
9 min |
March 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
How to retrofit home your home
Reap all the benefits of a warm, well-ventilated, healthy home by taking a whole house approach...
6 min |
March 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
10 tips for living on site
Check out Rebecca Foster's top tips for establishing a suitable accommodation arrangement during your build
8 min |
March 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
CHOOSING INTERIOR FINISHES
In this month’s column, experienced renovator Natasha Brinsmead discusses how the interiors of her home came together — and what she plans on doing differently next time
4 min |
February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Sailing free
Figuring out how to unlock a neglected seaside plot was the key to success for Stephen and Mandy’s ‘fabric first’ self-build
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February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Why knowing the planning system is vital
The planning system can be convoluted and what you think you understand, might not be what it seems. Planning consultant Simon Rix shares one anecdote relating to retrospective planning that highlights why it pays to get advice early on
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February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
This year's top design trends
If you are feeling a little short of design inspiration when it comes to your home project, we’re here to help with our round up of the newest and most exciting home design trends currently topping the wishlists of self-builders, renovators and extenders alike
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February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Incredible semi-detached transformations
These semi-detached home remodels and extensions have transformed dated, awkward spaces into fresh, modern homes
2 min |
February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Charming addition
When this Grade II-listed farmhouse came on the market for the second time during their search, the Richards family found it impossible to resist
3 min |
February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Hidden gem
First-time self-builders James and Carole Boon have made the most of a tiny infill plot in Derbyshire — building a lightfilled and energy-efficient home on a modest budget
6 min |
February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
A rustic replacement
Andrew and Paget Briggs have transformed their 17th-century Cornish farmhouse with a sympathetic kitchen built using local materials
4 min |
February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
A concrete idea
Limited by their traditional terrace, Scott and Camilla Trindle have added extra room with a modern extension inspired by the Brutalist movement
6 min |
February 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
10 things to know when planning your bathroom
Creating a bathroom is no small task, but with the right insight you can achieve a space that is beautiful, functional and enduring
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