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 renovation tips to the best ways to landscape your outdoor space, our team is here to help…

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

Is your home the best in Brıtaın? • In partnership with The Times and The Sunday Times, we’re launching the Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2025 to find the best completed projects in the UK

Side by sıde • A phased approach enabled Kate and Andy Stoddart to replace their modest single-storey bungalow with a larger contemporary house in a woodland glade

Above and beyond • Passed down the generations, this industrial reservoir building in Hereford eventually found a new life, thanks to the vision and dedication of a young family

Homes built on unusual plots • Creating a home on an unusual plot can present its own challenges but may also bring some unique opportunities, as these successful projects show

HOW LONG DOES PLANNING PERMISSION LAST? • To ensure permission is in place prior to starting your build project, how long is it before you have to begin work? Make sure you know the rules to ensure you’re in line with the latest regulations

How to plan a successful kitchen extension • From coming up with a design to the best ways of configuring the space, this is what you should consider before starting your project

THE ULTIMATE BUYER’S GUIDE TO Architectural glazıng • Enhance your self-build or extension project with bespoke statement glazing that offers much more than just natural light

How to remodel a kitchen • Whether you’re looking to improve the layout, increase your storage or give your space a brand-new look, these are the steps to follow to ensure you get the best results

Access all areas • Rose and Jason Marlow created an elegant wheelchair-friendly home that works for all the family

Accessible garden design • Whether you’re designing a garden from scratch, adapting an existing one or planning for the future, to make it usable for all, choosing the right materials and layout can make all the difference

15 EXTENSION MISTAKES TO AVOID • Planning on extending? Follow our 15 invaluable tips to ensure your build progresses without delays, extra costs, or other major hitches

Shaping up • After settling into their London townhouse, and in need of extra family space, one couple set to work creating a rear extension with a difference

5 ways with... CORK • Discover how you can include this versatile, eco-friendly material in your project

HOW MUCH DOES A NEW STAIRCASE COST? • Whether you’re adding a brand-new staircase or looking to upgrade or relocate an existing one, get the lowdown on what to budget for your project

PART 5 GUIDE TO RENOVATING • Taking on a renovation doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be free of the red tape often associated with a new build or extension. Here’s what you need to know about the Building Regs…

ASK THE EXPERTS • Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or home renovation project that you need...