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Landscaping projects make back gardens the life of the party

Thursday, 14th June 2018

It’s time to take the party outside, according to the Houzz UK 2018 Landscaping Survey,* which found that three in five of homeowners spend more time entertaining outside after completing landscaping projects (61%). One in seven homeowners also report that... View Article

Revealed: The property improvements that give the best and worst returns

Tuesday, 12th June 2018

A new calculator has launched that shows the home improvements which add value to a property and those which could end up leaving you short changed. The ‘Property Investment Calculator’, created by GoCompare Home Insurance, with the assistance of property expert... View Article

Quote of the Week – 11th June 2018

Monday, 11th June 2018

“Every great architect is – necessarily – a great poet. He must be a great original interpreter of his time, his day, his age.” – Frank Lloyd... View Article

Warning for homeowners over builders’ insurance

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

Homeowners improving their properties have been warned to check credentials after it was revealed up to half of the UK’s building contractors may be underinsured. Experts at Construction Insure claim that around half of all UK contracting firms, including builders,... View Article

Right to Build Task Force announces updates at Right to Build Expos

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

The Right to Build Task Force announced updates regarding its work at its latest to Right to Build Expos in Exeter and London. At the Exeter expo on 8 March the Task Force revealed it was working with Teignbridge District... View Article

Home improvement figures increase but see a slowdown in London

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

Home improvement figures across Great Britain increased through 2017 with the number of planning applications going up by 3 per cent, despite London seeing a decrease as 19 boroughs in the capital witnessed a slowdown. The ‘Home Improvers of Great... View Article

Emphasis on sustainability & reducing waste at Grand Designs Live

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

London’s ExCeL saw the return of Grand Designs Live from 5 – 13 May, with the show focusing on encouraging consumers and self-builders to reduce their wastage and look at innovative, eco-friendly alternatives to products. On 9 May, face of... View Article

Baufritz fuses traditional and contemporary forms

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

German prefabricated housing designer and manufacturer, Baufritz, has unveiled its new show home, Heimat 4.0. Heimat 4.0., roughly translated to “feeling at home”, is designed to demonstrate how prefabricated housing can effectively combine traditional features with contemporary living. On the... View Article

£3bn blown on over budget renovations as costs are underestimated

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

New research by Direct Line Home Insurance has revealed that approximately half a million homeowners go over budget when redecorating or renovating their home each year. Almost a quarter of new property owners have faced spiralling costs in an effort... View Article

MOCT Studio designed ‘3 x 5 House’ starts onsite

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

Bespoke architecture and design practice MOCT Studio has commenced work on its 3 x 5 House project, which received planning permission last year. The name of the project refers to the dimensions of the house in Voss Street, east London.... View Article

Editor’s letter

Tuesday, 5th June 2018

Hi and welcome to your May/June edition of Selfbuilder + Homemaker! We have the usual array of useful features offering advice to self-builders on product choices – and this month it includes how to choose mortar and cement to avoid... View Article

Fact of the Week – 4th June 2018

Monday, 4th June 2018

The great Gothic cathedral of Milan was started in 1386, and wasn’t completed until... View Article

Construction Products Association produce handbook for loft conversions with RIBA

Wednesday, 30th May 2018

The UK’s leading voice for manufacturers and distributors of construction materials has teamed up with RIBA Publishing to produce an up-to-date guidance for loft conversions. The Construction Products Association’s easy-to-use handbook will be valuable to architects, builders and homeowners alike,... View Article

RHI Reforms: What they mean for GSHP’s & you

Tuesday, 29th May 2018

The long-awaited reforms to the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) regulations have successfully passed through Parliament and came into effect on 22 May 2018. Impacting both the Domestic and Non Domestic RHI schemes, the reforms redress payment eligibility and introduce new... View Article

Quote fo the Week – 28th May 2018

Monday, 28th May 2018

“Architecture is reaching out for the truth.” – Louis... View Article

Revealed: The easiest (and hardest) places to get planning permission in England and what to do to get approved first time

Tuesday, 22nd May 2018

Whether you are applying for planning permission directly yourself or through an agent, the process can be quite difficult and frustrating for many. A recent survey by home improvement experts at Everest reveals that 34% amount of people who have recently applied... View Article

First decorating visualisation app launched

Monday, 21st May 2018

The digital landscape is changing in the interiors sector, from the way we shop to the way we decorate. As one of the major online players in the market, leading wallpaper and paint manufacturer Graham & Brown has developed the... View Article

Be confident with colour in the kitchen

Monday, 21st May 2018

Colour is one of the boldest and smartest design features you can bring into the home, but it can be quite daunting, especially with a focal point such as the kitchen. Sarah, Creative Director at Wren Kitchens talks through the inspiration... View Article

BIID partners with House & Garden Festival 2018

Monday, 21st May 2018

The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) is partnering with this year’s House & Garden Festival 2018. Taking place from 20th to 24th June at Olympia London, the Festival will include BIID Registered Interior Designers hosting a series of Interior Advice Clinics, which... View Article

Fact of the Week – 21st May 2018

Monday, 21st May 2018

Evard Ericksen sculpted “The Little Mermaid” statue which is located in Copenhagen... View Article