Old house, new home

Whether you’re planning to build a new one, renovate your existing one or convert a garage into an extra room, here’s what you’ll need to budget for the work

THEY CAN GIVE YOU AN EXTRA SPACE FOR WORK, REST, OR PLAY, BUT WHAT’S INVOLVED AND ARE THEY WORTH IT? OUR GUIDE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Building projects require good organisation and management in order to run smoothly, on time and to budget. Who should you choose to run yours?

Novice self-builders, Ben and Anna Humphrey, demolished a semi-detached bungalow to make way for a contemporary detached reverse-level family home

Whether you are knocking down walls or designing a new multi-functional extension, ensure your open-plan space retains a clear sense of identity with these zoning ideas

Improve a dated layout with our practical low-down on the most common remodelling jobs involved in a renovation project