London Homebuilding & Renovating Show

Cost-consciousness, climate anxiety, and a desire for emotional sanctuary are pushing a movement toward high-performance, emotionally satisfying homes that support resilience — economic, environmental, and personal, according to experts at the London Homebuilding & Renovating Show. The event, sponsored by Gartec, is taking place... View Article

Casting light on a bright future for heritage brand Haddonstone

David Barrow, Managing Director of Haddonstone, looks forward to the company’s 55th anniversary next year – continuing to embrace innovation, collaboration, and growth. 2026 will mark Haddonstone’s 55th year in the architectural and garden cast stonework business; and every step... View Article

Zest unveils new range of acoustic wall panels

Zest Wall Panels, part of Swish Building Products, has announced an extension to its range with the launch of its new contemporary Acoustic Wall Panels. Manufactured with real wood veneers and rigid, fully recycled plastic backing, these stylish slatted wall... View Article

West Fraser’s CaberMDF in the house

From furniture to architectural mouldings, and radiator covers to panelling, MDF can be seen, or unseen, in many places around the modern home. When it comes to consistency, quality and ease of use, West Fraser’s CaberMDF leads the way with... View Article

Bronze framed glass cabinets from Keller

Keller, the leader in sustainability in the European kitchen market, is also known for innovative designs, and a vast palette of colour, finish and material options. A new range of bronze-framed smoked glass units in 39 different sizes has been developed for... View Article

10 Years On: VELFAC Still Delivers

A decade after Alec and Stephanie Wilson completed their self-build in the Leicestershire countryside, their VELFAC windows and doors still look and perform like new. “Even on dull days, the house floods with light,” says Alec. “It lifts your mood.”... View Article

Optimise your outdoor living space with Marlon R Glaze

Global supplier of rooflights, Brett Martin has released its new Marlon R Glaze Roof Glazing Panels, providing the ideal weather protection for creating your perfect outdoor space. Manufactured from impact-resistant polycarbonate, Marlon R Glaze panels have a sleek and glass-like... View Article

Sun, sand, sea and garage doors that thrive by the shore

Garador looks at the best doors to withstand Britain’s rugged coastal climate With vigorous weather and salt laden sea breezes, any build within three miles of the coast is especially vulnerable to harsh weathering and corrosion. For these locations, there... View Article

Let there be light

Tracey Jackson of Howells Patent Glazing explains why daylighting is a vital consideration for self-builders and renovators and how to achieve the best results. Natural light is a powerful resource and one of the most important elements in architectural design,... View Article
Breathe easy

Breathe easy

Ashley Cooper of WMS explores how underfloor heating provides the ideal balance between indoor air quality, comfort and efficiency. When planning a self-build, comfort and efficiency are often top priorities, but one crucial factor is sometimes overlooked – indoor air... View Article

Is this the most versatile aluminium window available?

theVISION window from IDSystems is so good and so versatile, it might just be the only aluminium window system you’ll ever need – from standard casements to stunning glass-to-glass corners and amazing picture windows. For over 25 years, IDSystems has... View Article

Lime plasters: A game-changer for indoor air quality

When planning or undertaking a self-build or renovation, most people focus on layout, insulation and aesthetics. However, there’s another crucial element that deserves more attention: air quality. In a nation where people spend up to 90% of their time indoors,... View Article

Framing your self-build

ecoHaus Windows & Doors’ Craig Luff offers a comprehensive guide for self-builders and renovators on selecting the ideal windows and doors for your home. When starting your self-build project, the decisions made during the planning stages set the tone for... View Article

A stone’s throw

Glen Bacon and Jane Healy have built an annexe suitable for elderly parents in the garden of their listed house, choosing a varied palette of cladding materials which includes limestone and flint. TEXT DEBBIE JEFFERY IMAGES SOPHIE BATES ARCHITECTS /... View Article