The big push for bigger bathrooms

Research shows homeowners want to make their bathrooms bigger, but for some selfbuilders, space doesn’t always allow. Sonia De Gioia, Sales Director of Showrooms for Geberit explores some of the innovations that help to deliver a spacious sanctuary in spite... View Article

Fashionable flooring

Lorna Williams at Amtico shares her insights on winter flooring trends for 2025 and how self-builders can use them to curate a cohesive interior scheme. Flooring is often one of the biggest decisions in any project, setting the tone for... View Article

NSBRC: The Winter Show of 2026 is here!

Bookings Now Open! The National Self Build & Renovation Show 2026 Book your FREE tickets for our Winter Show! Friday 31st January – Sunday 2nd February Now that 2026 is just around the corner, many of us are turning our... View Article

Polished concrete perfection

Izzy Taylor-Wood of Woody’s Concrete Company explores how polished concrete has evolved to become a versatile design choice for contemporary self-builders. Polished concrete has quietly shifted from commercial settings into the heart of our homes. Once associated with warehouses and... View Article

Introducing Stovax & Gazco

Stovax & Gazco are leading innovators in premium stoves and fires, combining exceptional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. With over four decades of expertise, they offer an extensive range of woodburning, multi-fuel, gas, and electric solutions designed to elevate any living... View Article

Case Study Inspiration: South Barn, Isle of Wight

Turning an agricultural building into a calm, modern home is a balancing act: keep the character, upgrade the comfort, and avoid overcomplicating the details. South Barn is a great example. Architect Je Ahn (Studio Weave) took a “light-touch” approach to... View Article

Thermal comfort made simple

Chris Stammers of BEAMA explains how hydronic (water-based) underfloor heating creates a unique sense of thermal comfort by combining even heat distribution with efficient heat transfer. True thermal comfort is achieved when the indoor environment reduces the body’s need to... View Article

The perfect blend

Jason and Rachel’s extended Lincolnshire rectory balances period charm with contemporary design. TEXT Alexandra Pratt IMAGES Andy Haslam The Lincolnshire Wolds may not have the same star power as the Cotswolds, but don’t let that fool you; they have their... View Article

West Fraser helps housebuilders meet net zero targets

West Fraser has always been committed to being at the environmental forefront within its industry. The company promotes the benefits of sustainable forestry, with young, fast-growing trees being the lungs of Earth, breathing in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen during the day to help... View Article

The appeal of aluminium

Shaun Cartwright at Aluprof Living explains why aluminium systems are becoming the go to choice for self-builders who want to combine high performance with modern design. When planning a self-build, every decision should be regarded as an investment in the... View Article

Setcrete Latex helps with kitchen prep

Setcrete Latex self-smoothing floor levelling compound has been used to create a smooth and level surface to optimise the appearance of a Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) installation in a kitchen/dining area refurbishment at a residential property in Chesterfield. The concrete... View Article

A long time coming

Architect John-Barry Lowe’s award winning home in Dublin is designed to achieve Passive House standards of airtightness and is the first private home in Ireland to be built using cross laminated timber. TEXT Eve Dennehy IMAGES Andrew Campion In 2023... View Article

Post-budget reactions – property and planning

Comment from Simon Rix, planning expert from the Homebuilding & Renovating Show on the changes announced in the Autumn Budget and how they shift the goalposts for developers and self-builders: From my perspective, these fiscal changes turn planning strategy into one of... View Article

Ecological Building Systems strengthens technical team

Ecological Building Systems has appointed George Mikurcik as Technical Specification Architect, reflecting the company’s commitment to advancing innovative straw wall panel solutions in the UK through its close collaboration with EcoCocon.  The new role follows Ecological Building Systems’ recent exclusive... View Article