Inside Ellen DeGeneres’ 4.5 month Cotswolds renovation, and why she’s now selling it After a 4.5-month restoration, Ellen DeGeneres is selling her £22.5m Cotswolds farmhouse. Learn how the renovation was completed on such a tight timeline Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty split during two-year, £5m Barnet renovation Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty announce separation as their ambitious £5 million Hampstead renovation, inspired by LA mid-century modern style, continues 5 things that will make your house renovation look cheap – plus what to do instead, according to renovation experts If you’re renovating, here’s how to avoid the things that make the finished job look low budget Latest about renovation Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty's plans to create an LA style home in Barnet By Joseph Mullane published 30 March 25 From Hollywood Hills to Hampstead: Cat Deeley & Patrick Kielty’s ultimate home transformation is underway Sarah Beeny faces demolition order for £3million home after faltering in her latest planning application submission By Joseph Mullane published 26 March 25 The renovations to her home featured in the latest series of her show New Life in the Country We take a look at the incredible renovation of this 14th-century castle owned by the Fiennes family By Joseph Mullane published 24 March 25 The family of Ralph Fiennes has restored the property to bring the home into the 21st century A guide to loft windows: Types and options available By Jo Messenger published 24 March 25 Extending upwards is a great way to gain extra space but it's crucial to get your loft windows right to capture views, control the light and prevent overheating Renovating a bathroom? Here's how to get the best results By Michelle Guy, Sarah Harley last updated 18 March 25 Renovating a bathroom well requires careful planning and the right combination of style and practicality. We explain what's involved and how to get it right Self-build insurance: what is it and why do you need it? Our self-build expert advises By David Snell last updated 13 March 25 Self-build insurance ensures you, your contractors and your home are all protected in case the worst happens during your build. Here's what you need to know Renovating a stone house? Here are the 5 key areas you need to consider for a successful renovation By Lydia Robinson published 12 March 25 Full of character and built to last, stone buildings have an undeniable charm, but there are plenty of things you need to consider if you want to improve or adapt a stone house for modern living Rosanna Davison shares exciting updates on home renovation project By Joseph Mullane published 8 March 25 Rosanna Davison takes followers along on her exciting journey of transforming a house into the perfect family home If you're building or renovating a home, here's 27 house design ideas worth saving to your wish list By Sarah Harley, Claire Lloyd last updated 7 March 25 Finding the right house design ideas can take lots of time and research which is where we can help. We've rounded up 27 of our favourite ideas for you to peruse Building regulations and the Building Safety Act: The ultimate guide By David Snell, Ian Rock, Joseph Mullane last updated 5 March 25 The building regulations can be more than a little confusing to navigate. Our simple, updated, guide for 2025 explains everything you need to know, including what any changes could mean for you 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives Get the Homebuilding & Renovating NewsletterBring your dream home to life with expert advice, how to guides and design inspiration. Sign up for our newsletter and get two free tickets to a Homebuilding & Renovating Show near you.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Can a heat pump cool a house? It depends, say the experts and here's why2Octopus and British Gas go to war over £500 heat pump claims3Planning permission reform boosts UK heat pump sales4Pros reveal easy-to-follow techniques to stop paint peeling and keep it looking good for longer5The best modern porch ideas should 'greet your guests with intrigue and excitement,' say the experts Our sponsors
Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty's plans to create an LA style home in Barnet By Joseph Mullane published 30 March 25 From Hollywood Hills to Hampstead: Cat Deeley & Patrick Kielty’s ultimate home transformation is underway
Sarah Beeny faces demolition order for £3million home after faltering in her latest planning application submission By Joseph Mullane published 26 March 25 The renovations to her home featured in the latest series of her show New Life in the Country
We take a look at the incredible renovation of this 14th-century castle owned by the Fiennes family By Joseph Mullane published 24 March 25 The family of Ralph Fiennes has restored the property to bring the home into the 21st century
A guide to loft windows: Types and options available By Jo Messenger published 24 March 25 Extending upwards is a great way to gain extra space but it's crucial to get your loft windows right to capture views, control the light and prevent overheating
Renovating a bathroom? Here's how to get the best results By Michelle Guy, Sarah Harley last updated 18 March 25 Renovating a bathroom well requires careful planning and the right combination of style and practicality. We explain what's involved and how to get it right
Self-build insurance: what is it and why do you need it? Our self-build expert advises By David Snell last updated 13 March 25 Self-build insurance ensures you, your contractors and your home are all protected in case the worst happens during your build. Here's what you need to know
Renovating a stone house? Here are the 5 key areas you need to consider for a successful renovation By Lydia Robinson published 12 March 25 Full of character and built to last, stone buildings have an undeniable charm, but there are plenty of things you need to consider if you want to improve or adapt a stone house for modern living
Rosanna Davison shares exciting updates on home renovation project By Joseph Mullane published 8 March 25 Rosanna Davison takes followers along on her exciting journey of transforming a house into the perfect family home
If you're building or renovating a home, here's 27 house design ideas worth saving to your wish list By Sarah Harley, Claire Lloyd last updated 7 March 25 Finding the right house design ideas can take lots of time and research which is where we can help. We've rounded up 27 of our favourite ideas for you to peruse
Building regulations and the Building Safety Act: The ultimate guide By David Snell, Ian Rock, Joseph Mullane last updated 5 March 25 The building regulations can be more than a little confusing to navigate. Our simple, updated, guide for 2025 explains everything you need to know, including what any changes could mean for you
