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1960s Bungalow in South London Transformed into a Modern Family Home

4 weeks ago | self-build.co.uk | Jen Grimble |Alexandra Pratt |Caroline Ednie

After buying a modest bungalow, Darren Young undertook a dramatic and lengthy renovation project to transform it into a contemporary family home In the past, Darren Young had renovated numerous homes to rent out, but by mid-2016, he was craving a project of his own. He began looking for properties in the Beckenham area of South London and soon found a post-war bungalow from the 1960s. Located on a quiet street away from a main road – something that was a priority for the security specialist –...
How to Get Realistic Quotes from Builders – An Expert's Guide

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Mike Hardwick |Emily Brooks |Sander Tel |Nigel Griffiths

For building projects, navigating the maze of estimates, quotes and varying prices can feel slightly overwhelming.
Energy-Efficient Cantilevered SIPs Home in Stirlingshire

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Caroline Ednie |Richard Webber |Jen Grimble |Jane Crittenden

The Pickards owned a pretty plot overlooking the surrounding countryside and a small waterfall, so they took some inspiration from an iconic house to create the home of their dreams The story of Alastair and Nicola Pickard’s new family home in rural Stirlingshire is one that began with lofty aspirations combined with a modest budget. The resulting property, called The Watershed, is not only unique and contemporary, but its value almost doubled as soon as it had been completed. In terms of...
Amazing ICF House Ideas – Real-Life Insulated Concrete Formwork Self Builds - Build It

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Sander Tel |Erika Chaffey |Emily Brooks |Chris Batesmith

Insulated concrete formwork (ICF) is an innovative structural system that can be used to create impactful architectural features and ultra-efficient homes.
Internal Window Design & Glazing Ideas – Here's How to Get Internal Windows Right - Build It

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Erika Chaffey |Opinder Liddar |Shona Jackson

Looking for internal window ideas or different ways to get natural light into your home?
Open-Plan or Broken-Plan Layouts – What's the Difference & Which Will Suit You Best? - Build It

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Opinder Liddar |Shona Jackson |Erika Chaffey |Chris Batesmith

Wondering what broken-plan living is and whether it’s right for you?
Neo-Georgian Knock-Down & Rebuild Project House Plans

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Jen Grimble |Caroline Ednie |Alexandra Pratt |Debbie Jeffery

After having their third child, Fiona and Martin Lamb began searching for a bigger home to accommodate the whole family. The couple eagerly embraced the challenge of renovating a property to create their dream home. However, they hadn’t anticipated the full scope of work involved when they purchased a grand neo-Georgian house in Crouch End, London. While the 1920s house was liveable, it hadn’t been modernised in decades.
Light & Open Barn-Style Self Build in the Kent Countryside

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Caroline Ednie |Richard Webber |Jen Grimble |Jane Crittenden

Self builders Rick and Julie Anderson replaced a former chicken shed in the Kent countryside with a beautiful, contextual two-storey home It’s quite a leap to imagine that Malt House was, until relatively recently, a large chicken shed.
Hands-On Renovation of a Historic Lodge in Oxfordshire

1 month ago | self-build.co.uk | Jen Grimble |Alexandra Pratt |Caroline Ednie

After falling in love with a historic lodge, Julian and Abigail Bernard took a hands-on approach to transforming it into a gorgeous family home, on a tight budget Julian and Abigail Bernard had no plans to live in Williamscot, Oxfordshire, until they stumbled upon a 19th-century gate keeper’s lodge for sale, and couldn’t resist what the charming property had to offer. The historic structure had originally been linked to the nearby, grade II listed, Williamscot House. With its pitched roof,...
Bungalow Extension Complete Guide - How to Extend a Single-Storey Bungalow

2 months ago | self-build.co.uk | Opinder Liddar |Kate Sandhu |Chris Batesmith |Rebecca Foster

A bungalow extension could be the perfect route to your ideal home – but what do these projects involve and could it be the right solution for you?