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How a drab 1960s bungalow doubled in size to become a luxurious family home fit for future living
Doubling the footprint with multiple extensions and a loft conversion has created a fabulous open and airy family home offering views from every room
Kevin McCloud hails ‘happy ending’ as family builds red home on 66m² garage plot after tragedy
Striking red ‘upside-down’ house maximises space and light on one of London’s smallest plots
You could build your new home on a First World War airstrip
Approval has been granted for 315 new homes, including self builds, at the historic Old Sarum Airfield
Watch project managing your self-build: a Homebuilding & Renovating Premium masterclass
Mark Stevenson, self-build and plotfinding expert, shares his advice on project managing your build yourself as well as your options for bringing in a professional
Kevin McCloud says 'it’s never too late' as Grand Designs sees 82-year-old widow build her forever home
Kathryn lived in the same house since she was 24 but decided to build a new one right next door
How to choose an architect for your self build, extension or renovation
Finding the right architect is essential when you're hoping to turn your dream home into a reality. Here's our advice on how to find, and choose, the best one
'Plan early' — homebuilders warned building costs are set to rise 12% by 2030
A new survey by the Building Cost Information Service have revealed construction costs are set to rise and have offered advice for potential homebuilders
Green belt planning loopholes — fact or fiction?
While building on green belt may seem impossible, armed with the right knowledge and expertise there are ways to get permission say the experts, and here's how
