A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane

Never mind the John Lewis advert, this is what you’ve been waiting for

Balancing Christmas cheer with the practicalities of creating extra space for gifts, wrapping, decorations and the mammoth food shop can be a tricky task. And, while having a house full is one of the

With our pick of the best televisions, projectors, speakers, turntables and more, we serve up a truly tempting feast for your eyes and ears

A look at the latest gear from the equine world

Shopping list ● 2.5m length of 20.5mm x 144mm PSE planed timber ● tape measure ● jigsaw ● sandpaper ● pencil ● combi drill and wood bits ● screws ● ruler ● wooden Shaker peg rail pegs ● eggshell paint