From the ground up

It’s considered to be the gold standard in ultra-eco homes, but just what’s involved and how difficult is it to achieve? Our expert guide explains all

As a busy medical professional, James Bayley called on the help of an expert team to transform this former shop into a sustainable sanctuary

For experienced self-builders Marian and John Nash, their oak self-build was a long time coming but well worth the wait

Tim and JoJo Bowles decided that a sustainable and contemporary extension to their period farmhouse would turn it into the ideal family home

Thanks to an innovative renovation, a tiny two-up two-down cottage has been completely transformed into a wonderfully lofty, open-plan space

Alan Bird and Geraint Lewis have turned a medieval pub into a warm and welcoming home where natural materials, bespoke craftsmanship and pared-back elegance blend perfectly