People power is tackling the climate crisis at home

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

Get cosy and save money with these savvy tips to boost your home’s efficiency – and beat any energy zappers

FEATURE ROGER HUNT, CO-AUTHOR OF OLD HOUSE HANDBOOK

Homes with chromotherapy lighting and Vitamin C showers for the health-conscious, plus designer playrooms and school uniform laundry drops for families? Zoe Dare Hall explores developments doing things differently

Pick of the week’s correspondence

Paula Brailovsky Ruiz and Przemek Dudka took a run-down townhouse and turned it into the ultimate family home using eco-friendly materials