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Biodiversity Net Gain could affect self builders such as this man with a laptop and headphones working outside in tree house

Biodiversity Net Gain: What is it and why it's likely to affect your build

By Joseph Mullane last updated

Biodiversity Net Gain laws have become mandatory requiring developers in England to now provide a 10% increase in the biodiversity of areas when building homes

Young couple standing in the front porch of a stone cottage with contemporary extension

'Nothing was left untouched, except for the roof and a few walls' – see how this couple turned to YouTube to gut and extend an 18th-century home

By Debbie Jeffery published

A difficult and emotional but worthwhile stone cottage extension

scaffolded exterior of house with exterior wall insulation being added

How much does external wall insulation cost?

By Tim Phillips published

It’s touted as a home insulation method with many benefits, but are external wall insulation costs worth the outlay? Here’s how to calculate your potential investment

A new build home with render and cladding

How much does house rendering cost?

By Tim Phillips published

Whether you’re building a new home or renovating your property, render is a typical choice for many houses. Here’s what you need to know when budgeting for this exterior finish

black freestanding log burner in open plan kitchen area with grey units and large kitchen island with stools at end of island

12 freestanding log burner ideas to bring warmth and style to your interior design

By Sarah Harley published

Freestanding log burner ideas don't just bring warmth to your home. They can also provide a stylish focal point in a variety of settings. We've rounded up 12 ideas to inspire your home heating choices

Kevin McCloud with couple outside white building

New Grand Designs series begins with ambitious transformation of old coastguard station

By Amy Willis last updated

Kevin McCloud is back tonight for the 25th series of the Channel 4 show, following the five-year-long journey of Zahid and Ferzana in East Yorkshire

exterior shot of house lit up outside and inside

Do I need a lighting designer? Find out what one does and if hiring a lighting designer could improve your home's interior and exterior

By Sarah Harley published

Planning an ambitious self build or renovating a poorly lit home and need some advice? I spoke with a professional lighting designer to find out if hiring one could turn out to be your missing lightbulb moment

The mystery behind why 5 self build plots in a 'sought-after' village have laid dormant for over a decade

By Joseph Mullane published

A number of reasons have been put forward as to why only two of seven self build plots in a Scottish village have sold, with one councillor blaming poor marketing by the council

underfloor heating pipes on floor of new build home with plastered walls and large skylight

Underfloor heating costs: From installation to running costs, here's what you can expect to pay

By David Hilton, Tim Phillips last updated

Underfloor heating is a popular choice for self-builders and renovators, but how much do experts recommend budgeting for underfloor heating costs?

Two exceptional self build plots, with generous gardens, near historic market town, hit the market

By Joseph Mullane published

The two plots, with full planning permission, offer a great opportunity for those looking to build their own home in an isolated setting

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