A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events.

How can you ensure your design is approved? Our expert offers his essential steps for planning permission success

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

Handcrafted lighting brand’s first foray into soft furnishings Known for its characterful hand-stitched pleated lampshades, combining traditional sewing techniques with vintage-inspired design and con

Featuring homes, hotels, gardens and more – this section of our awards shows exactly why these interiors and exteriors are winning designs

Local stone, acres of glass and Japanese blackened timber have transformed a traditional 19th-century home on the Isle of Purbeck into a smart and stylish family home