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Two homes on Richmond Street collapse during basement renovations
By Joseph Mullane published
Buildings crumble amidst redevelopment project, raising safety concerns in the local community

Ricky Gervais posts picture of his new home office (and all his awards) on Instagram
By Joseph Mullane published
Ricky Gervais has been renovating his £14.75 million home in Hampstead after selling another property down the road

Staining wood floors: Renovation experts reveal how to achieve the best finish
By Steve Jenkins published
Staining wood floors can transform their look and longevity. Here, renovation experts reveal how to prep and apply for the best finish

Renovating a Victorian house? Follow this expert advice
By Natasha Brinsmead, Sarah Harley last updated
Renovating a Victorian house can bring creative challenges but also a wealth of opportunity. We asked architects and interior designers to share their top tips

Dua Lipa home renovation halted by unexploded World War II bomb scare
By Joseph Mullane published
The pop star's renovation was delayed further when architects told her she could be uncovering bombs left from the Blitz

Building notice vs full plans approval: We look at your building regulation options
By Mark Stevenson published
If you need building regulations sign off for your project, there are two routes you could take. Here, our expert explains both – building notice and full plans approval – so you can make the best choice between the two

Housing developer fined thousands for leaving mess on site
By Joseph Mullane published
The developer admitted to ignoring a legal order over a year ago by refusing to clean up the "unsightly" mess

Historic beachfront home of Pink Floyd's manager goes on the market for £3.5m
By Joseph Mullane published
The home uses renovated railway carriages for a large part of its interior and also includes a bar made from a boat in the garden
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