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This £425k barn deal could turn into five homes — and it’s already approved
By Joseph Mullane published
A former poultry site in Oxfordshire has prior approval under Class Q to be converted into five dwellings, with options for up to 22 acres of land

Inspirational renovation couple go from visitors to speakers at the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show
By Rob Keal, Alison Wall, Joseph Mullane last updated
The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show is back at the NEC on the 19-22 of March

Want to make every pound of your build budget count? A quantity surveyor explains why value engineering could be your project’s secret weapon
By Tim Phillips published
Discover why value engineering is one of the smartest tools for keeping costs under control, ensuring every pound of your project budget is spent where it delivers the most impact

Historic blacksmith workshop goes up for sale for £250k with plans for a self builder to forge a new home
By Joseph Mullane published
A 40-year-old iron forge known for bespoke gates and railings is being sold as a self-build plot with plans previously approved for a three-storey home

OBR delivers hammer blow to Government’s housing targets as Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement offers no solutions
By Joseph Mullane published
OBR says housebuilding will fall to 220,000 before recovering – as industry warns targets are now completely unrealistic

Homebuilding sector issues 'dire' warning of housing crisis ahead of Spring Statement
By Joseph Mullane published
Construction leaders warn Labour’s 1.5 million homes pledge is at risk as insolvencies rise, labour shortages deepen, and the Spring Statement approaches

Sussex seafront plot offers chance to build bespoke beach house
By Joseph Mullane published
No house, no outdated interiors, no demolition bills – just a rare stretch of beachfront ready for someone to build their dream home

How much more will it cost to build an eco home? The answer isn't as clear cut as you might think
By Mark Stevenson published
If your self build design is based on an eco-led approach, the chances are you'll need deeper pockets, but here's why it's worth the investment upfront

One of Cornwall’s most secluded plots just got planning for three modern homes
By Joseph Mullane published
Tucked away in a tiny rural hamlet near the south Cornish coast, this £450,000 development site comes with full planning permission for three contemporary homes, making it a rare find for self-builders

Meet Baufritz and discover how they can transform your bespoke home vision into reality
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