Grand Designs Magazine

Grand Designs Magazine is the official monthly magazine that goes hand in hand with the popular TV show hosted by Kevin McCloud, airing on Channel 4 and More 4. The magazine is published by Media 10 in collaboration with Channel 4 and Boundless. "Grand Designs" is a registered trademark of FremantleMedia. The magazine is inspired by the Grand Designs TV program produced by Boundless, which is part of FremantleMedia UK, for Channel 4.

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Outdoor flooring for the garden

6 days ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Hugh Metcalf

Take cues from the design of your house when choosing the material for outdoor flooring, whether patio or path. The orientation of the space and the sunlight it receives will also influence your options – white outdoor floor tiles may dazzle on a bright terrace and dark pavers look gloomy in a shaded spot. The choice of wood and composite wood decking is vast, while porcelain tiles come in many formats and finishes, and stone slabs, brick pavers or gravel are options with a timeless appeal.
19 ways to boost the energy efficiency of your home - whatever your budget

1 week ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards

No matter what budget you’ve got, nor the age or design of your home, there’s always something you can do to improve its energy efficiency. We talked to Simon Bones, founder of ’intelligent retrofit’ specialists Genous, to get advice on green home improvements to suit every pocket. Genous CEO Simon has advised numerous homeowners on the right sustainable improvements for their homes.
Freestanding kitchens: Is this the end of the fitted kitchen?

2 weeks ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards

Celebrated joiner and furniture designer Will Floyd McLean argues freestanding units are a more sustainable choice than fitted kitchen – and he’s put his money where his mouth is with his new company that makes stylish, sustainable modular kitchens designed to last a lifetime.
Garden office ideas: 10 inspiring self-builds

2 weeks ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Hugh Metcalf

Buildings Considering a garden office? These self-build projects are inspirational Working from home became commonplace during the pandemic and as some businesses move to office-based work again, many are maintaining a work from home or hybrid stance with their employees.
How to successfully landscape a garden

3 weeks ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Becca Green

Landscaping can be just as complex as a room design, whether you are working on a new outdoor space or making changes to an established garden. Here’s how to approach your project. Putting forward a detailed landscaping design at the early stages of a self-build project will impress the planning department. It will also ensure you get the best results, including taking drain covers and utility supplies into account. Consider what you require from the space.
Freestanding bath in a bedroom: the practical considerations

4 weeks ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Hugh Metcalf |Mary Richards |Jason Podesta

Love this boutique hotel-inspired concept, but not sure it will work for everyday living? Here’s what you need to know. Whether you’ve stayed in a luxury hotel that features one, or simply seen one in the pages of a glossy interiors magazine, chances are you’re familiar with the idea of a freestanding bath situated in a bedroom. How you feel about it may be a different story.
One photographer's picture-perfect renovation

1 month ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards

Dom French first fell in love with architecture as a young boy when he watched the very first series of Grand Designs with his mum. He never dreamt back then that one day he’d own a stunning home special enough to feature in Grand Designs magazine. But, by working together with his wife and chosing an excellent architect, that’s what he’s achieved. So we went to meet Dom in his newly renovated, stylish and sophisticated north London family home.
5 DIY mistakes that could cost you £25k

1 month ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Mary Richards

Research shows that 54% of Brits say they’re capable of DIY, although just 9% of these refer to themselves as ‘very’ capable. Whichever camp you fall into, it can be tempting to save money by tackling home maintenance jobs yourself. Certain jobs, however, should be left to the professionals, and with good reason – botched DIY attempts at tile grouting, plumbing and structural work can be incredibly costly and cause further issues in other parts of your home.
success stories : Grand Designs Magazine

1 month ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Hugh Metcalf

Searching for a plot for your self-build home is no easy task. Not only do you have location, views and infrastructure to consider, but also planning permission and any site restrictions. However, difficult plots don’t have to be a barrier to your self-build dream. With a good architect on board, you can still create some great design ideas, like these grand designers did in the face of an awkward plot…1.
Over budget barn conversion: Grand Designs 150-year-old Bedfordshire barn

1 month ago | granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Karen Stylianides

Pip and Sarah were in from a challenge from the outset with this ambitious project. The 150-year-old former grain barn looked ‘ready to keel over’ at first glance, but the couple aren’t strangers to projects that need a bit of extra TLC. Pip and Sarah have a passion for vulnerable animals, or ‘waifs and strays’ as they call them. They hope that on completion they can bolster their animal collection, which already has Sarah’s beloved horse, to add donkeys, goats and sheep.