Homebuilding & Renovating

Homebuilding & Renovating is the UK's number-one magazine for home extenders and self-builders. From build costs, planning permission, hiring builders, to project managing subcontractors and step-by-step DIY guides, each issue is packed with the best expert advice to help you deliver your project on time and within budget. You'll also find inspiring case studies of completed projects, and all the design ideas and inspiration you need to create your dream home. Whether you're renovating and extending an existing property, or building a new home, Homebuilding & Renovating magazine is your essential project companion.

Homebuilding & Renovating

FROM THE EDITOR

MEET OUR EXPERTS • From house design advice to essential tips on renewable technologies, our team is here to help…

INSIGHT • A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events.

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Taking in the view • Ben and Ruth Prior replaced a coastal bungalow with a stunning three-storey home to maximise family living space and views of the sea

Design for life • Knowing this was going to be their forever home, Dawn and Graham Hillier put heart and soul into every aspect of their new-build project

Barn-style self-builds • Building a new barn-style home combines traditional character with innovative modern construction techniques to achieve the best of both worlds, as these UK projects show

RETROSPECTIVE PLANNING • Is this route a get-out-of-jail-free card or one that should be approached with caution? Our planning expert advises

14 tips for converting your loft • Adding a loft conversion is a cost-effective way to get more space without extending your home’s footprint – but is it the right route for you? Our expert guide explains key factors you need to know

10 features every self-build needs • Building your own home is probably the biggest commitment you will ever make, so ensure that the house you create fulfils your every requirement

Creative Conversion • After buying a house they had initially written off, David and Magali set about adding a contemporary space to form a stunning family home

Internal glazing • Divide spaces in your home without affecting light levels using these clever glazing ideas

GLAZED LINK EXTENSIONS • When connecting one part of your house to another, an extension in glass can make a stunning addition to your home, but there are vital structural and design factors that you need to bear in mind

Natural extension • Paula Brailovsky Ruiz and Przemek Dudka took a run-down townhouse and turned it into the ultimate family home using eco-friendly materials

5 ways to... MAKE YOUR SMALL GARDEN LOOK BIGGER • If your outdoor area is limited in size, here are some ways to make it feel much more spacious

PART 10 REPAIRING THE ROOF • A defective roof can be one of the biggest expenses when it comes to renovation projects. Our guide takes you through what to look out for, the possible repair options and the associated costs

HOW MUCH DOES FLOORING COST? • Whether you prefer the look of wood, natural stone, carpet or tiles, knowing how much you’ll need to spend on each material is key to setting a realistic budget for this essential element of your renovation or self-build project

ASK THE EXPERTS • Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or home renovation project that you need answering? Why not drop us a line by emailing homebuilding@futurenet.com and your question could be answered by one of our magazine experts

WHAT SIZE HEAT PUMP DO I NEED? • Getting your heat pump size right isn’t just a simple equation. Here’s everything your installer will need to take...