Decorex announces seminar programme

Decorex International, the show of choice for the high-end interior design trade, returns this October, for an exciting new chapter at Olympia London. For 2019, the show will bring together its most inspiring seminar programme to date. Leading interior designers,... View Article

New build convenience without compromise

In today’s society, choice is everything, from car models to coffees – so why should housing be any different? Recent research from Graven Hill, a development of self-build and custom build new homes in Bicester, has shown that almost 50 percent of the population see the... View Article

Grand Designs Live Premieres The Innovation Trail at NEC

Grand Designs Live, proudly sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, will return to Birmingham’s NEC from 9 – 13 October 2019, including, for the first time, The Innovation Trail. This all-new feature will showcase the most pioneering products and brands in... View Article

Basildon estate customised with Kingspan Kooltherm

A new build estate of bespoke modular houses, under construction as part of one of the UK’s most ambitious regeneration programmes, is benefitting from the outstanding thermal performance of Kingspan Kooltherm K110 Plus Soffit Board. The Beechwood West estate forms... View Article

Grand Designs Live is the must-visit event

Whether you’re starting out on your first renovation, building a new home, adding the finishing touches or simply looking for inspiration, Grand Designs Live proudly sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements is the must-visit event. Presented by design guru Kevin McCloud,... View Article

Improving your home in the winter period

Jason Orme, property expert for the London Homebuilding & Renovating Show (4-6 Oct, ExCeL, www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/london), says: “We’re going into the first autumn and winter season since the Government announced a desire to get the UK to achieve a zero carbon target within a... View Article

ICF – sense and sustainability

Robin Miller of Beco Wallform gives his views on why insulating concrete formwork (ICF) is the ideal practical choice for self-builders concerned about sustainability and climate change There is growing recognition – now almost universal – that unless significant action... View Article

Create a dream kitchen with Keller’s Terracotta Dreaming

Keller’s latest creation, Terracotta Dreaming, offers homeowners the opportunity to enjoy an elegant kitchen with all manner of trendy accessories; an example is pictured here with open shelving and copper highlights such as lighting or bowls (as pictured). The muted... View Article

The importance of energy efficiency

For homebuilders and homeowners, energy efficiency should be at the top of the list of considerations when selecting windows and doors. From helping your customers save money on energy bills, to growing your business, it’s surprising the benefits that energy... View Article

Brits show entrepreneurial spirit to housebuilding

We’re a nation of entrepreneurs who are willing to take risks in business as we are to building our own homes and developing our own properties. According to the latest visitor survey from the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, over one... View Article

Graven Hill event unlocks Help to Buy

Graven Hill, the UK’s largest self and custom build development in Bicester, will be opening its doors for a Help to Buy event on Saturday 28 September. Visitors will be able to talk to a range of experts, including IMS Mortgages and Help to Buy South,... View Article

Loft living with CaberBoard flooring

Leeds-based New Storey Homes, who specialise in loft conversions and expanding storage spaces, repeatedly chooses Norbord’s CaberDekfor its builds as it is easy to use and is a consistently reliable product. Originally a joinery company, New Storey Homes expanded its services... View Article

Award-winning designs with Norbord’s SterlingOSB Zero

As a renting tenant, Medina Grillo was bored with bland walls and out-dated furnishings.  Now an award-winning interiors blogger with a new makeover book aimed at the renting home owner, Medina has created an on-trend home for her family and found Norbord’s SterlingOSB... View Article

Six interior design tips that celebrate autumnal tones

As we enter September, those with a love for interior design will find themselves dreaming about warm, autumnal tones. Longing for a cosy, inviting home design, we creatively envisage our perfect autumn setting; something that can easily be achieved by... View Article