Homebuilding & Renovating - June 2023

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HILLSIDE LIVING
High up in a Yorkshire woodland, this self-build project gifted spectacular panoramic views.

GOING UP
This 1930s bungalow extension resulted in a thoroughly modern makeover..

From a distance

With a little help from their trusted architect, Kerry and Andrew Scott converted their Grade II-listed barn in Oxfordshire while being locked down overseas

4 mins

Hillside living

When the Ridgways bought a tiny house in a spectacular location they had no idea that it would turn into a massive self-build project involving the entire family

5 mins

Going up

Squashed into a post-war bungalow with their two daughters, Andrew McFadyen and Claire Heffeman chose to extend and renovate to give their home - and their family - a new lease of life

4 mins

Into the light

David and Lisa Mason engaged Sheldon Peever Studio to redesign their dark, disconnected basement kitchen - and the results speak for themselves

3 mins

13 steps to interior design success

It's the final flourish which brings together your self-build, renovation or extension, but a successful interior design scheme starts at the very beginning of your project, says Claire Lloyd, who shares some of the secrets to creating cohesive interiors

10+ mins

HOW TO AVOID THE WRONG BUILDER FOR YOUR PROJECT

Not all builders are experienced in all kinds of construction. But what are the tell-tale signs to know and what can you do about rogue trades? Andy Stevens has the inside intel...

5 mins

Designing a loft conversion

Utilising the space at the top of the house can make good sense. Here's how to achieve that perfect loft conversion

4 mins

How to design gabion walls

Ideal for structural applications, gabion walls are a versatile option when it comes to constructing retaining walls, but they're equally viable for more decorative configurations. Architect Allan Corfield breaks down the detail

4 mins

How to get one and a hall storeys right

Designing a house with one and a half storeys can be tricky, yet done well, this style of home can offer fantastic living spaces and also overcome certain planning issues

10+ mins

Hilltop haven

It took Jamie Adams and his wife Madeline Hutton 13 years to gain planning for their family home in the Hampshire countryside. But perseverance paid off and their modern take on a traditional home is teeming with sustainable features, inside and out

4 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.