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.

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Homebuilding & Renovating

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

BUILD EVENTS

Into the woods • Keen to up sticks and relocate to the countryside, Sarah Farrington traded in her west London home for a striking new self-build in Warwickshire

SPOTLIGHT ON: BUILDING INTO A HILLSIDE

Far HORIZONS • Tim and Su Davison needed plenty of vision and determination to see through their project while working away at sea

SPOTLIGHT ON: CREATING A PROFESSIONAL KITCHEN

New & improved • Choosing to add another storey and treating an unloved 1970s bungalow as a blank canvas has allowed Rob and Emma Pollard to transform the property into a contemporary light-filled home for their young family

SPOTLIGHT ON: LIVING AWAY FROM THE WORKS

Great garden design • Creating a serene outdoor space that complements a home was the driving force behind these gorgeous gardens

Masonry: 14 things to know • Opting for brick and block for the walls of your self-build or extension is a good choice for many reasons, not least cost and ease of finding a builder who can work with this ever-popular choice, says Ian Rock

FIXING CREAKY FLOORBOARDS • Creaky floorboards can be a sign all is not well underfoot — as well as being downright irritating. Natasha Brinsmead offers a quick repair guide to solving this common problem

Walk-on terraces • If you’re short on outdoor space, you could consider turning your flat roof into a stylish terrace

SHOWER ENCLOSURES • Choose a sleek and stylish design for a new or updated bathroom

MATERIAL PRICES CONTINUE TO RISE • After the huge rise in the cost of materials during Covid there was hope that costs would plateau but prices are continuing to increase. Andy Stevens sheds light on what this means for you and your project

TIPS TO CURB THE COST OF YOUR BUILD PROJECT

What is a Lawful Development Certificate? • Planning consultant Simon Rix explains everything you need to know about Lawful Development Certificates and how to go about applying for one

The garden • Create a room outside that will see you through the seasons, come rain or shine, with our top garden design tips

Create your perfect garden room • Thinking of adding a conservatory, orangery or garden room to your home? Here we look at everything from design styles to materials, costs and Building Regs — and explain why you may not need planning permission to get started

ORANGERY OR CONSERVATORY?

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

DIY ADVICE WET TILE CUTTERS

WHAT’S ON www.homebuilding.co.uk

Kitchen layout ideas • Unlock the potential of your kitchen with design and style advice from the experts

THE ULTIMATE BUYER’S GUIDE TO Patio doors • What type of patio door is best for your project? Use our guide to pick your perfect match

DO I NEED PLANNING PERMISSION?

DESIGN DETAILS

BIFOLD DOORS • Natasha Brinsmead explains what to consider if you’re looking at installing bifolds

SLIDING DOORS...