What your builder wishes you knew

Feel as if your dream extension plans are out of reach? Follow our guide to saving and you could achieve what you want for less

Know you want to add more space? Here’s what to consider to get your project off the ground

There are plenty of projects that can be done to keep your home looking fresh. The key is to work out which tasks you are capable of as a DIYer, and which require specific skills and safety measures.

Whether the task is rejuvenating a herbaceous border, enhancing a courtyard or landscaping an entire garden, engaging a garden designer will make a huge difference to the outcome. With so many differe

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