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Dawn and Kevin Truscott chose an 'off-she-shelf' self build solution to create their spacious, charming home

Looking to relocate after years in London, Jamie and Julie Le Gallez renovated and extended a Grade II-listed barn next to Jamie’s family home in Guernsey

Take a look at our pick of the best under sink bathroom storage ideas — from bold choices to clever ways to hide away bottles and bathroom clutter

Find out how to include skirting board colour ideas into your home, with inspiration and advice from interiors and industry experts

Tiled skirting is a hardwearing alternative to traditional timber — discover what to consider and how to implement this interior style

Find out more about hipped roof extensions, including the pros and cons of this roof structure, together with design inspiration

Ash and Jess Alken have built a timeless seaside house in Cornwall with family-friendly features at its heart

Want to design a refreshing retreat with swimming pool ideas? From materials and heating, to shapes and styles — find out what to include, and the best ideas

Knowing their converted coach house’s layout wouldn’t work for their growing family, Sam and Sarah Irvine decided to build two glass box extensions

New build garden ideas will create the ultimate first impression for visitors — make sure you consider the landscaping early on

There's more to lawn ideas than meets the eye. Take a look at our suggestions for keeping a turfed garden looking fresh

Vaulted ceiling extension designs are becoming ever-more popular — find out how to achieve this look, the cost implications and what to consider

Finish your outdoor retreat with these summer house flooring ideas — from quick ways to update existing floors to low-maintenance options for new garden rooms

Decking balustrade ideas will help create a safe, stylish scheme — find out how to add balustrading to your deck, what to consider and the best materials to use

Use these patio edging ideas to create a neat, well-considered outdoor area — from walls, to borders, contemporary edging ideas and more

Jess and Reuven Young’s London terrace could never quite work for their young family — until a stylish kitchen extension transformed their home

For self builders Daniel and Sarah, building an eco home brimming with natural textures and materials was the only way to design their dream home

Think building an oak frame house means high build costs and a hands-off approach? Think again. This characterful home built for under £1,500/m2, dispels both these myths

James and Amanda Rice bought a very ordinary 1950s brick and block bungalow on the Isle of Wight before transforming it into a New England dream home

With so many garden room ideas on the market choosing a design and size while fitting budget is tricky — discover what to consider with our expert design guide

Half wall panelling ideas are fantastic for adding character and visual interest to a room — take a look at our favourite styles

After renovating a cottage, Joanna and David Rakowski turned to the neighbouring infill plot to build their family home, filled with smart tech and clever ideas