by Amy Frearson

February 19, 2020

7 self-build houses made with stone

Houses have been built out of stone for thousands of years, yet architects and builders are still finding new ways of working with it. Take…

Self Build Homes

Beginner's guide to ground source heat pumps

Home Improvements

9 inspiring kitchen trends for 2020

These latest trends in luxury kitchens will ensure your design is functional, beautiful and sustainable.

Home Improvements

Contemporary electric fires for modern homes

Electric fires have come a long way in recent years. Here’s why it pays to have a fume-free, efficient fire that fits perfectly into a...

Extensions

How loft ladders can make the most of your storage

Discover how you can make the most of your loft space with modern loft ladders that store away easily.

Self Build Homes

How to set a budget for building your own house

Self Build Homes

Explore this island home with an intricate timber facade

A beautifully-designed wood cladding helps this home blend into its picturesque island surroundings.

Grand Designs TV Houses

How to build a flood-proof home

As extreme weather and record-breaking rainfall is leading to increasing instances of flooding in the UK, we look back at one Grand Designs house designed...

Self Build Homes

Christopher Pincher replaces Esther McVey as housing minister

Extensions

Inside a double-height extension to a London terraced home

This modern home extension has just been crowned overall winner at the Don't Move, Improve awards 2020.

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Competitions

How to enter Grand Designs Live's interior design competition

If you're an interior designer or stylist looking to showcase your talents, why not enter this Grand Designs Live competition?

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Home Improvements

Artistry and alchemy: why architects choose Millboard decking

Discover how modern decking combines the good looks of wood with none of the drawbacks

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Competitions

Win a luxury spa for your home

We've teamed up with Wellis to offer one lucky winner the chance to get their very own sun spa worth £4,000. Enter our fantastic competition...

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