Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine - July 2022

In this issue

FAR HORIZONS
The fact they both worked at sea didn’t stop this couple building their North Yorkshire home.

NEW & IMPROVED
Adding another floor was just one of the ways this former bungalow was totally transformed..

Into the Woods

Keen to up sticks and relocate to the countryside, Sarah Farrington traded in her west London home for a striking new self-build in Warwickshire

7 mins

Far HORIZONS

Tim and Su Davison needed plenty of vision and determination to see through their project while working away at sea

5 mins

New & improved

Choosing to add another storey and treating an unloved 1970s bungalow as a blank canvas has allowed Rob and Emma Pollard to transform the property into a contemporary light-filled home for their young family

6 mins

Great garden design

Creating a serene outdoor space that complements a home was the driving force behind these gorgeous gardens

4 mins

Masonry: 14 things to know

Opting for brick and block for the walls of your self-build or extension is a good choice for many reasons, not least cost and ease of finding a builder who can work with this ever-popular choice

9 mins

RENOVATION WORKSHOP: FIXING CREAKY FLOORBOARDS

Creaky floorboards can be a sign all is not well underfoot — as well as being downright irritating. Natasha Brinsmead offers a quick repair guide to solving this common problem

3 mins

Walk-on terraces

If you’re short on outdoor space, you could consider turning your flat roof into a stylish terrace

2 mins

MATERIAL PRICES CONTINUE TO RISE

After the huge rise in the cost of materials during Covid there was hope that costs would plateau but prices are continuing to increase. Andy Stevens sheds light on what this means for you and your project

5 mins

What is a Lawful Development Certificate?

Planning consultant Simon Rix explains everything you need to know about Lawful Development Certificates and how to go about applying for one

4 mins

Greener by design

Architectural designer Martin McCrae and architect Mhairi Grant took the meaning of ‘self-build’ literally and assumed the design, construction and interior fit-out of their contemporary Passivhaus on a DIY basis

7 mins

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Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine Description:

Each issue of Homebuilding & Renovating is packed full of inspiration and offers expert advice on a range of topics, from finding land, house design and choosing an architect, to planning permission, selecting materials and budget control – everything you need to ensure your project is a success.