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This early-18th-century Cardiff farmyard is now a rare four-home redevelopment opportunity

By Joseph Mullane Published

This plot contains rare chance to redevelop a historic 300-year-old farmhouse site with permission for four new homes

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Mark Wright reveals the house update that is his 'favourite Christmas present' and why it's a growing trend

By Joseph Mullane Published

Wright has transformed his dining room by installing his latest toy, but Michelle is far from pleased with the latest addition

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This hidden village has one of the best self-build opportunities you’ll find

By Joseph Mullane Published

Tucked away in one of Cambridgeshire’s smallest villages, this residential plot already has planning approval, making it a practical starting point for anyone looking to build their own home

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Housebuilders express frustration over delayed Future Homes Standard

By Joseph Mullane Published

Developers warn that delays to the Future Homes Standard – originally due in early 2025 – are piling pressure on a housing sector already struggling to maintain supply.

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An overhead shot of the Graven Hill site
Graven Hill bats prove wildlife can coexist with housing

By Joseph Mullane Published

From pipistrelles to brown long-eared bats, Graven Hill shows wildlife and housing can thrive side by side

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Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan’s holiday threshold is every Christmas lover’s dream

By Joseph Mullane Published

Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan unveil breathtaking Christmas entrance at their £3.5m Essex mansion

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Two builders digging outside a house
How to find a builder for your project: expert advice on choosing the right trades

By Jason Orme, Andy Stevens Last updated

Unsure where to start when searching for a builder? Learn how to assess experience, skills and trustworthiness so you can confidently find a good fit for your project

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OBR Budget leak reveals housing supply to slump from 260,000 to 215,000 homes by 2026-27

By Joseph Mullane Published

The UK Government faces a significant blow as housebuilding set to fall by 17%

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National trade body urges Government not to introduce £28k housing tax ahead of Autumn Budget

By Joseph Mullane Published

Planned landfill tax changes could add up to £28,000 to the cost of a home, warns leading construction body

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Grand Designs House of the Year 2025 kicks off with six incredible homes carved from the natural landscape

By Joseph Mullane Published

A new series of Grand Designs House of the Year opens with extraordinary houses shaped by place, craft and the raw force of the landscape

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