Homebuilding & Renovating

Homebuilding & Renovating is the UK's number-one magazine for home extenders and self-builders. From build costs, planning permission, hiring builders, to project managing subcontractors and step-by-step DIY guides, each issue is packed with the best expert advice to help you deliver your project on time and within budget. You'll also find inspiring case studies of completed projects, and all the design ideas and inspiration you need to create your dream home. Whether you're renovating and extending an existing property, or building a new home, Homebuilding & Renovating magazine is your essential project companion.

Homebuilding & Renovating

FROM THE EDITOR

INSIGHT • A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events

Three into one • Adrian and Amy Mole employed architectural innovation, sustainable construction and a personal touch to create a home with the triple effect

Art and craft • For Anna and David Cross, one of the biggest decisions of their homebuilding project was deciding on a style – but help was at hand

Single-storey self-builds • What these homes may lack in height, they more than make up for in design panache. Discover how each of these properties makes the most of a single-storey layout

SUPPORTING AND PLANNING STATEMENTS • These documents should form a key component of your planning application if you want to gain approval for your building or renovation project – our planning expert explains why

How to keep a happy site • Keeping your construction team sweet can be the recipe for a successful build

How to design an outdoor space • Whether you want a secluded spot for entertaining or a garden bursting with scent and colour, here’s what you need to consider

Cool as they come • When a London couple took on a house of multiple occupancy, their priority was turning it back into a stylish home fit for a family of five

HOW LONG DOES A KITCHEN EXTENSION TAKE? • When planning a kitchen extension, it’s important to correctly assess how long the project might take to complete, not only for practical reasons but also for accurate budgeting

Clearly classic • Well-placed glazing highlighted the elegant features of Raj and Kate Lahiri’s reconfigured ground-floor space

THE ULTIMATEI BUYER’S GUIDE TO front doors • There’s more to your front door than meets the eye, so when choosing a new one, consider all aspects

HOW MUCH DOES A NEW DRIVEWAY COST? • A new driveway can be an important finishing touch for your project – and it’s the first part of the build your visitors will set foot on. Here’s what you should budget for your final design

ASK THE EXPERTS

Striking staircase ideas • The right design can transform a simple set of steps into an integral part of your interior design. Here’s how to take your home to the next level

ARE ZERO ENERGY BILLS A PIPE DREAM? • A home with no energy bills is the ultimate goal for many, but can it be achieved? Our energy expert explains what ‘zero bills’ means and how it could be a reality…

Self-build for beginners CHOOSING THE RIGHT FOUNDATIONS • A critical decision in any project, selecting the right foundation for your project ensures your build gets off to a solid start

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