Budget builds for under £250k

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

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

Extending their traditional country cottage with a precision-engineered glass box has proved life-changing for Bob and Sue Remington

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

From traditional stone-built longhouses to picture-perfect thatched cottages, Arabella Youens finds a tempting selection of properties in beautiful West Country locations

Niamh and John Willis rescued a 200-year-old Irish cottage and created a magical retreat for their young family to enjoy