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EDITOR’S LETTER

Claire Lloyd has been a member of the Homebuilding & Renovating team for 15 years. She’s currently in the midst of another renovation.

OUR EXPERTS

NIMI ATTANAYAKE Is co-founder of Londonbased Nimtim architects.

1.2 million viable building plots identified across England

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events

Heat pump price war

Octopus Energy has launched a new heat pump

BUILD EVENTS

MAKE AN ENTRANCE Showing British design and craftsmanship

Have you built Britain’s best home?

We want to hear all about your completed projects as we launch The Daily Telegraph Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2023

Barn ambition

Nestled among the trees and the rolling Kent countryside, Astrid Zala’s contemporary home took its inspiration from both natural and industrial elements

Restore and relax

Andy and Sue Perrin have carefully converted a tumbledown stone barn in Devon, reinstating character through careful design

A small addıtıon

Looking to downsize in a home she could futureproof, Catherine Chalmers reorganised and extended the layout of a 1950s bungalow

Stepping out

Sarah Jenkins and Andy Rough added a new glazed kitchen extension to introduce some much-needed light and space to their Glaswegian basement flat

Budget builds for under £250k

With clever design and careful planning, it’s possible to build a bespoke home on a tight budget. Check out this selection of affordable homes to spark inspiration for your own project

Future facıng

What started as a holiday home for Mike and Sue Nicholls turned into a high-tech, energy-efficient new build with stunning sea views

12 ways to keep your self-build on budget

Discover the innovative strategies and clever hacks you can use to claw back pennies when building a bespoke home

Beginner’s guide to self-build

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Pre-build essentials

Here are some of the key things you need to consider before ‘going on site’ with your build

Financing your build

Funding your project may require a specialist self-build mortgage…

Finding your self-build plot

It’s the starting point to any self-build dream. Here’s what to consider when plot hunting

Choosing a build route

Self-build is a broad church — you needn’t lay a single brick if you don’t want to!

How much does planning permission cost?

Before setting out on your self-build journey, it’s important to be aware of the costs you’ll incur from the outset

HOW MUCH DOES A NEW BATHROOM COST?

Setting a budget for your bathroom fit-out can be tricky to do with all the variables you need to consider.

How to downsize your home

Ready to live in a smaller abode? Scaling back need not mean sacrificing style or feeling cramped. Our guide shares some brilliant tips on how to downsize successfully

DRIVE WAYS

Stylish and practical solutions to add instant kerb appeal

Designing a child’s bedroom

Create a room for your children that says ‘stay and play’, whatever their age, with these design tips and tricks

HOT TAPS

It’s the must-have appliance for 2023 that is making kettles a thing of the past. The experts reveal what practical aspects to consider before making your choice

HOW TO GET FOUNDATIONS RIGHT

Adding an extension to your home? Then opting for the right foundation system is key in determining the stability and longevity of the new addition. However, there’s a lot to consider

Guttering and fascias

As well as serving a practical purpose, rainwater goods can enhance your home’s appeal. Here’s our selection of the best materials and design options

Easy-fit aluminium rainwatersystems

Find a system suitable for your self-build or extension project

ASK THE EXPERTS

Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or renovation project that you need answering? Drop us a line by emailing homebuilding@futurenet.com and your question could be answered by one of our magazine experts

garage doors

THE ULTIMATE BUYER’S GUIDE TO

DESIGN DETAILS

Garage doors are available in so many styles and materials. Here are some designs choices to ponder

GARAGE DOOR STYLE GUIDE

There’s more than just up-and-over when it comes to garage doors

The right choice

More than ever before, your garage door is an essential part of your home, which is why it’s important to choose wisely

Small but mighty house extensions

Build a little but add a lot — these small but clever house extensions are an inspiring example of how much can be added by just expanding out slightly

A showroom but not as you know it

Come along to any of the four fantastic Express Bi-folding Doors showrooms to see cutting-edge glazing products up close and personal

Tipsfor livingonsite

If you’re taking on a self-build, living on site can have numerous advantages. But the decision to do so during major works should never be taken lightly. Here’s what to consider

De-risk your self-build

Use the experts in self-build to insure your project, with an insurance and warranty product from Homebuilding & Renovating with Self Build Zone

GREEN HOMES

NATURAL WARMTH For a wall with a difference,

How do you properly insulate cavity walls?

If you’re a self-builder, insulating cavity walls correctly is absolutely crucial to avoid future disaster and astronomical expense. Here’s a guide to the best practice

Rubber f looring

It’s the eco-friendly option worth considering for your home. We explain the pros, cons, costs and installation methods involved

Cantilevered garden room

The ground-floor flat in this handsome Victorian villa has been transformed via the addition of a dramatic rear extension, clad in sand-faced red tile