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Is building new homes still worth it? National developer warns demand is ‘muted’
Taylor Wimpey flags weak buyer interest and a margin squeeze in 2026, underscoring wider housing market challenges
James Corden abandons £8.5m countryside home project amid ongoing planning issues
After years of planning delays and Section 106 obligations still awaiting sign-off, James Corden has sold his Oxfordshire estate, ending a long-planned self-build project
Transform a historic water reservoir into your architect-designed home in North Berwick
A rare opportunity to convert a historic landmark into a stunning coastal residence with breathtaking views
Think you've found the perfect self build plot? Make sure you ask these 12 questions before you sign on the dotted line
Assessing a potential self build plot is essential if you want to avoid a costly mistake. Here's the questions you must always ask before you buy
Where to spend and where to save on your self-build to make your project budget go further
Our self-build expert reveals which elements are worth investing in and where smart compromises can help keep costs under control
Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law, so will this make self-building easier?
The government’s Planning and Infrastructure Act introduces reforms aimed at reducing delays, lowering costs, and providing clearer pathways for self-builders and small housing projects
Swift bricks for all new homes: What the latest UK planning policy really means for builders
Government planning policy now expects bird‑nesting features like swift bricks in all new homes, but this is still policy guidance, not a statutory building regulation
How a tiny Hebridean stonehouse became Grand Designs House of the Year
A hand-built island home crafted from ancient Lewisian gneiss has stunned judges to win Grand Designs House of the Year, proving small, sustainable design can outshine big-budget builds
