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

From eco-friendly options to unusual finishes, as well as simple solutions that still speak volumes, we’ve got 12 flat roof extension ideas to help inspire your new addition

Garden writer Geoff Hodge explores the best cold frames for compact gardens – an ideal way to extend your growing season and a must-have companion for any greenhouse

EARLIER IN THE year, we made a list of the things that make Penny a little harder to live with than she needs to be. Many have been sorted already – the plumbing is more reliable, a stabiliser has bee

BUYING A RUN-DOWN BUNGALOW ON A LARGE PLOT ENABLED KATE AND ROSS TO BUILD THEIR DREAM HOME IN THE GARDEN AND EDGE CLOSER TO BEING MORTGAGE FREE

DESIGNERS SHARE SAVVY WAYS TO USE BUILT-IN FURNITURE FOR A HOME THAT’S BEAUTIFULLY ORGANISED