Welcome to the May/June issue of Selfbuilder & Homemaker.

Case studies in this issue include:

• Wetland wonder
  Simon Roberts and Sarah Bruml managed to achieve their innovative, sustainable and flood-resilient cabin on a highly sensitive site next to a tidal creek and natural wetland in Southwold, thanks to a bedded-in design. See page 22…
• A long time coming
  For Paula and David Matthews, creating their dream home began back in the late 90s when they first bought their house, completing decades of good and not-so-good alterations before finally unlocking its full potential. See page 30…
• A dramatic rescue
  A cottage in the Cornish village which hosted Poldark saw its own share of drama when it was rescued from the point of collapse by Mark Semmens. See page 42…
• Ascending to greatness
  Young couple Lianne and James took the design of their home into their own hands, despite a challenging steep plot in Neath, South Wales, and managed to take full advantage of their surroundings while offering a residence that worked well for their family. See page 56…

Our product features in this issue include:

• Unfold endless design possibilities with bi-folds
  Paul Higgins of TuffX explores key reasons to specify bi-fold doors, covering everything from slimline sightlines and corner-less options to revolutionary heated solutions. See page 38…
• The colour impact: why doors & windows matter in design
  Victoria Brocklesby of Origin discusses the impact of colour when choosing doors and windows, and explores the important role colour should play in design decisions. See page 40…
• Designing a light-filled home
  Whether it is a renovation, an extension or a complete new-build, creating a finished home that is full of natural light starts with the design; Edward Stobart of IDSystems explains. See page 49…
• Beat the heat
  Jason Bennett of Zehnder Group UK looks at how to mitigate overheating in homes, as summer temperatures begin to rise. See page 53…
• Garden guidance
  From tranquil sanctuaries to vibrant entertainment areas, Ronan O’Dowd from AG Outside Rooms shares his top tips for maximising your outside space and unlocking the potential of your garden. See page 65…

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