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Interior Inspiration: Bedrooms

Your bedroom should be the ultimate retreat – a space for you to relax and rest. We’ve compiled a range of products to suit every kind of style, whether you’re... View Article

Make your bathroom work

The Bathroom Association’s Tom Reynolds shares practical advice to help self-builders design better bathrooms – sustainable, compliant and perfectly suited to modern living. Bathrooms are among the most personal and... View Article

From draughty to dreamy

When Deborah Shafier and her husband Alex set out to transform their Edwardian home in London, they wanted more than just extra space; they envisioned a cosy, sustainable sanctuary.  TEXT... View Article

Transform spaces
using natural light

Victoria Brocklesby of Origin shares expert tips on how to use glazing to create brighter homes. Natural light is one of the most powerful design tools available to self-builders and... View Article

Burning bright

Peter Mintoft of Charlton & Jenrick explains the Government’s decision to allow woodburning stoves in new homes under the Future Homes Standard and the impact for self-builders. Despite increasing environmental... View Article

A foundation of trust

Jane and Sam Arman admit that they were complete novices when it came to the world of building renovation, but as professionals themselves, they decided to pay heed to the... View Article

Whole-home integration is the future

From comfort and efficiency to long-term resilience, Rick Clarke at NIBE reveals why whole-home integration is essential for today’s self-builders. Self-builders today aren’t just designing houses, they’re shaping futureproof, connected... View Article

Unlocking finance for your dream home

BuildStore Mortgage Services’ Tom McSherry tells The Selfbuilder’s James Parker how self-build mortgages work, the options available, and why early financial planning is key to a successful project. What are... View Article
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Product & Supplier News

Sense by MACO – intelligent sensors

Introducing, ‘Sense by MACO’, the first integrated smart window and door sensors available in the UK to utilise the Matter Protocol. Available in the UK from MACO Door & Window... View Article
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