A builder’s view

On moving into a dilapidated bungalow in Kent, author and stylist Emily Henson embarked on a journey of DIY discovery. In this new series, she shares all she’s learned while renovating her home

A well-designed extension can add value and floor space to your home without breaking the bank. Discover the best strategies for clawing back costs on your project

Discover why this practical method of costing your building project is an effective way to keep a tighter control of your budget and prevent overspending

Wondering where to start? Here’s our beginners’ toolkit brimming with brilliant hacks, buys and ideas

Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or home renovation project that you need answering? Why not drop us a line by emailing homebuilding@futurenet.com and your question could be answered by one of our magazine experts

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