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Self Build Homes

by Hannah Fenton

May 19, 2017

Rural self build in Hawick, Scottish borders

Inspired by his fine art degree, Brian Robertson referenced local artists when he and his wife Lesley built their Scottish Borders home.   Brian and…
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Home Improvements

George Clarke on the best way to extend your home

George Clarke; The architect and presenter of Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces and The Restoration Man shares his latest tips and ideas
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Home Improvements

Before and after: Luxury bespoke kitchen on a budget

This kitchen extension needed to deliver a luxury, bespoke feel without exceeding the given budget.
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Self Build Homes

Self build mortgages

Find out what your options are for financing your building project with our advice on UK self build mortgages.

Kevin McCloud on how our homes give us the chance to reflect and have new experiences

Our editor-at-large ponders how our homes can give us a chance to reflect and have new experiences.
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Conversions

Victorian semi renovation in Wandsworth, London

Jon and Jenny Plant turned their run-down house into a stylish home with bespoke touches of joinery and glazing.
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Self Build Homes

Self build insurance

A self build insurance policy will protect you and your project against a range of risks, so make sure you organise the right documentation.
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Grand Designs TV Houses

Grand Designs Australia TV house Sri Lanka-inspired family-friendly home

This striking Grand Designs Australia build combines concrete finishes with the architectural inspiration of Sri Lanka to create a family-friendly home.
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Conversions

Former sanatorium conversion in East Sussex

With meticulous attention to detail, British designer Terence Woodgate has transformed a former sanatorium in East Sussex into a modern minimalist family home.
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Extensions

A step-by-step guide to kitchen extensions

Make relaxed, multifunctional living a reality with a sociable and spacious open-plan addition. Read our step-to-step guide on how to plan and build your house...
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Self Build Homes

Self Build Lakeside home in the Cotswolds

For Rachel and Manuel Nogueira, building their contemporary lakeside home in the Cotswolds countryside was all about creating the perfect family getaway.
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Competitions

Win a home entertainment system worth £10,000

Equip your home with the latest home cinema and hi-fi kit from Convert Technologies
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Self Build Homes

Self-build holiday home in the Norfolk Broads

Architects Patrick and Claire Michell used their expert knowledge to design the perfect holiday retreat by a secluded lagoon in the Norfolk Broads
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Competitions

20% off all tiles from Walls and Floors

Design your dream home with the latest kitchen and bathroom tile designs

Grand Designs Magazine is the official monthly publication to accompany the hit television series hosted by presenter Kevin McCloud and broadcast on Channel 4 and More 4. The magazine is published by Media 10 in association with Channel 4 and Boundless. Grand Designs is a registered trademark of FremantleMedia. Based on the television programme Grand Designs produced by Boundless (part of FremantleMedia UK) for Channel 4. Licensed by FremantleMedia Enterprises(fremantlemedia.com). © 2017. See our terms and conditions.