How much does a driveway cost?

Boost your property’s kerb appeal with a well-designed, practical and stylish driveway. Here’s how these homeowners have created a lasting first impression

I love crazy paving. And I don’t mean the psychedelic colours of 1970s driveways. Done well, using irregular paving slabs, it is full of character and design potential. It adapts easily to awkward sha

Whether you prefer the look of wood, natural stone, carpet or tiles, knowing how much you’ll need to spend on each material is key to setting a realistic budget for this essential element of your renovation or self-build project

Inspired ways to make the most of your front garden

Design solutions

1 Gravel is a budget-friendly option for surfaces. It’s permeable and looks good. Here, we used a 6-10mm Thames Valley flint chipping, nicely angular so it locks together well underfoot. Any larger an