Common pitfalls in luxury renovation and how to avoid them

Having worked on over 40,000 projects from compact urban extensions to the grandest of Grand Designs TV new home projects, IDSystems has seen it all. Below, Technical Sales Manager Edward Stobart has rounded up the most common issues he has encountered in luxury projects,... View Article

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 creating a room with a contemporary feel or something more... 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 most used spaces in any home, yet they’re often one... 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 Alexandra Pratt IMAGES Juliet Murphy/Iguana Architects “We spent most of... View Article

New Factsheet heralds West Fraser carbon negative landmark

West Fraser has published a new factsheet, proudly announcing the achievement that its UK operations are now officially counted as carbon negative, showing the industry that this is the way forward as a responsible producer of timber panel products. The four-page... 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 renovators. It can transform a space by enhancing its aesthetic,... 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 regulations, the UK Government has confirmed that woodburning stoves will... View Article

The Radiator Company Launches New Slimline Accorto Towel Rail

The Radiator Company, a leading manufacturer of designer radiators and towel rails, has welcomed its latest innovation to its ever-evolving collection. The Accorto is a slimline towel rail which combines sleek, minimalist design with impressive performance, making it ideal for modern bathrooms... View Article

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 Hardware (U.K.) Ltd and their network of suppliers these future-proof... View Article
A foundation of trust

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 advice they were given. TEXT Nik Hunter IMAGES ZAC and... View Article

Opening the door to space, style & smart living

Louise Stacey of Eclisse discusses how pocket doors can transform your home by maximising space, enhancing light and creating seamless flow between rooms. For anyone embarking on a self-build journey, every design choice matters. From the orientation of the windows... View Article

Professional excellence creates a personal bathroom dream

Schlüter Systems, the largest and most innovative manufacturer of system solutions for the function, protection and decoration of tile and natural stone in the world; the company is well known as the expert in creating waterproof, durable bathrooms. Schlüter Registered... View Article