Homebuilding & Renovating

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.

EDITOR’S LETTER • Claire Lloyd has been a member of the Homebuilding & Renovating team for 14 years. She’s currently in the midst of another renovation.

OUR EXPERTS

Homebuilding & Renovating

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

BUILD EVENTS

THREE MODERN OUTDOOR LOG STORES

Going coastal • Ash and Jess Alken have created a timeless seaside house in Cornwall with family-friendly features at its heart

SPOTLIGHT ON: RECLAIMED MATERIALS

THE PLANS

Close to home • Architect Tim Hatton found a novel way of overcoming the challenges of redesigning his own family home

SPOTLIGHT ON: ZINC CLADDING

THE PLANS

NEXT generation • Zoë Henderson and her sister Susan have rebuilt a tumbledown cow barn in North Wales using the building’s rustic origins and surrounding landscape as inspiration

THE BUILD

THE PLANS

TREE house • This new family home in the Scottish borders is built over five levels to address its dramatic sloping woodland setting

THE BUILD

THE PLANS

SPOTLIGHT ON: BUILDING AROUND A TREE ROOT SYSTEM

Escape to the country • These homeowners have traded city amenities for a rural way of life, self-building, renovating and extending to create homes to suit their needs

11 ways to cut the cost of your extension • With labour and material prices at a high, it’s never been more important to rein in the cost of your extension project. We ask the experts for their advice

HOW TO REPAIR LATHAND PLASTER WALLS • In this brand new series associate editor Natasha Brinsmead imparts her renovation knowledge on how to repair and reimagine areas of your home. First up, how to repair lath and plaster walls

Mezzanines • Ideal for carving out extra space in homes, mezzanine levels can offer a novel way to add value to any self-build or renovation project

MEZZANINE TOP TIPS

CONTEMPORARY TAPS • Bring a modern look to your kitchen with the help of a beautifully finished tap

HAPPY SITE, HAPPY HOME • If you’re planning a build project, Andy Stevens advises on how to keep stress levels low and on-site harmony high

TIPS TO SMOOTH THE PROCESS

First impressions • A well-designed driveway is a great way to boost kerb appeal, as well as offering a host of practical benefits, from accessibility to safety. Architectural designer Pete Tonks explains what you need to consider including costs, Building Regulations and aesthetics

THE RENOVATION FILES TOP TEN PART #2: CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY • In the final part of this series, Ian Rock takes us through more defects to watch out for, including several linked to (ill-conceived) renovation works

The playroom • Our tips and tricks will help you create a playful space that will spark imagination and creativity, whatever the age of your children

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

WORDS OF WISDOM

DIY ADVICE • How do you get rid of water stains on a wall or ceiling?

Kärcher K7 Smart Control Corded Pressure Washer

WHAT’S ON

Amazing glazing • From products that allow for whole walls of frameless glazing to ‘smart’ glass that makes everyday life easier,...