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‘We have future-proofed every part of our house’ – step inside this couple’s oak frame forever home that blends character with contemporary design
By Seán O'Connell published
Knowing this was going to be their lifetime home, Dawn and Graham Hillier put heart and soul into every aspect of their new-build project

'This house has repaid all our renovation efforts' – explore how a 1930s house has been cleverly transformed into a contemporary home packed with energy-saving features
By Seán O'Connell published
When the owners needed more light and space, the solution was a light-filled extension that's brimming with energy-efficient ideas

Reckless move or stroke of genius? Couple bid for a small, damp bungalow at auction, which had already been refused planning permission for a new home
By Debbie Jeffery published
For these novice self-builders, demolishing a semi-detached bungalow to make way for a contemporary detached family home wasn't an easy ride

Own a unique slice of history as this former naval fortress on a Pembrokeshire island goes up for sale
By Joseph Mullane published
Thorne Island, a Grade II*-listed naval fort turned home and hotel, is for sale at £3m and offers unique potential

'It's the perfect blend of styles' – step inside a 700-year-old Essex farmhouse with a 21st-century touch
By Joseph Mullane published
Be inspired by how this property effortlessly blends 14th-century architectural features with modern design for a truly rare home

'We've massively reduced our energy bills' – the incredible transformation of a drab 1980s house into an ultra-modern eco family home
By Seán O'Connell published
Solar panels, a ground source heat pump, triple-glazed windows and rainwater harvesting are just a few of the energy-saving features of this eco home

‘There was no insulation, and we needed to put out buckets every time it rained' – how this couple sensitively restored a dilapidated building from the 1850s
By Debbie Jeffery published
Preserving and extending their listed Victorian house in Lyme Regis has given Alan and Suzy a unique and sustainable home where they can enjoy far-reaching sea views

Grand Designs’ infamous ‘lighthouse’ finally sells after years of turmoil
By Joseph Mullane published
The Grand Designs ‘Lighthouse’ that took 12 years to build has sold, closing a long and dramatic chapter in its history

This 360cm wide Victorian terrace was reconfigured to maximise space, without extending the footprint and here's the result
By Gabriella Dyson published
With careful craftsmanship and an eye for detail, this Cambridgeshire couple transformed their narrow house into a practical and thoughtfully designed home
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