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New FMB research reveals constituency-by-constituency scale of the crisis of rogue builders, with Gloucester, Plymouth and Bournemouth among the hardest hit Homeowners across the South West have lost nearly £500 million over five years to unqualified and rogue builders, the... View Article

located off Orchard Lea Close. Created for those looking to design and build a home tailored to their own lifestyle, Red Kite Meadows offers a unique alternative to traditional new-build housing. With one plot already reserved, just four opportunities remain... View Article

Drainage issues are rising as outdoor projects surge, with pooling water and failing paving becoming common. Many homeowners discover too late that surface water management is a structural decision, not an afterthought. Award-winning landscaper and Bradstone Assured installer Darren Plumridge... View Article

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is warning a ‘digital first approach’ to hiring builders could leave younger homeowners more exposed to rogue builders. New research from the FMB and HomeOwners Alliance (HOA) shows young homeowners are increasingly choosing builders... View Article

At Houston Barns in Uphall, West Lothian, a dated and dark bungalow was transformed into a light-filled, highly accessible modern home with panoramic views. Step-free access and easy door operation for the homeowner, who uses a wheelchair, were vital, while... View Article

Homeowners prioritise heat pumps (32%) and solar panels (28%) for energy-saving, according to tradespeople. Insulation is the most overlooked upgrade, with nearly a quarter (24%) of tradespeople saying homeowners are not prioritising it, despite it being one of the most... View Article

A lack of consumer confidence is holding back domestic building projects, as one in five households are put off from hiring builders costing the economy £11.2 billion each year. New research by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) and Homeowners... View Article

Brand new report from leading tradesperson platform predicts property trends for 2026 Millions of British homeowners are choosing to invest in their current homes, rather than moving house, according to a brand new report, published today. The cost of living... View Article

When Demi Keenan, founder of Demi Keenan Interiors, was first introduced to this 1930s red-brick home in Marldon, South Devon, she immediately recognised its potential. Known for her keen eye for detail and instinctive approach to space planning, Demi has... View Article

Hidden House is a contemporary and sustainable new build family home in the Surrey Hills, replacing a dated 1960s bungalow with a modern design that responds carefully to both its landscape and the wider context of the North Downs.  ... View Article

Homeowners planning bathroom renovations are in for a shock as new research reveals a dangerous gap between expectation and reality that leaves consumers vulnerable to cowboy builders offering lower quotes. New research carried out by the Federation of Master Builders... View Article

The Ideal Home Show 2026 officially opened on Friday 10th April at Olympia London, launching its 118th year with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a host of celebrity experts from across design, property, cooking, gardening, tech, and lifestyle.  The launch brought... View Article

As the cost of going out continues to climb, Britons are increasingly turning their attention to the home as the heart of social life, according to new research from the Ideal Home Show – the UK’s longest-running home and lifestyle exhibition, bringing together... View Article