Welcome to the October edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. After some disappointment due to the late arrival of the…
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Nestled within the heart of Islington, London, stands an exquisite Grade II-Listed villa that has undergone a remarkable transformation. With the creative ingenuity of Architecture for London, this historic gem, named Stone House, has not…
Interior design trends come and go, but one material that has a timeless appeal is wood. Oak floors can add a sense of character and warmth to any space, with engineered boards creating a luxury…
The Myers Touch, an award-winning interior architect and designer renowned for crafting exquisite luxury kitchen living spaces, collaborated with the owners of this striking, modern new build situated in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside.…
A former WWII bunker on the Dorset coast, once part of the ‘Chain Home’ radar system, has been transformed into an inconspicuous yet luxurious holiday home.
Creating extra space for home entertaining, a trend that has become increasingly heightened since the pandemic, means making the most of our outdoor spaces and sprucing up the patio. Here, Ben Bryden of RAK Ceramics…
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Welcome to the September edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. When undertaking the renovation of historic structures, especially those designated…
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Be it residential or commercial, the exterior of buildings often feature wood as part of its design such as window framing, doors, cladding, and fencing, all of which requires a quality wood finish to provide…
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Architect firm Studio Bua and interior designer Eliská Design have collaborated to transform a nondescript Georgian mews house in central London into a luxurious home, perfect for parties and entertaining. Located in a private mews…
As rising temperatures and record-breaking heatwaves become more frequent in the UK, Nick Fisher, Director of Sales and Customer Service from home and self-build online retail destination Good Build Superstore, looks at some of the…
Robert Hirschfield Architects' (RHA) brief for Vine House was to create “a house where everything has its place” whilst keeping in mind three young children whose use of the home would change over time. In…
From heightening safety and security to enhancing kerb appeal, illuminating the front of a property requires careful planning and consideration. In this article, Katie Georgeson from 4lite discusses how to approach this very specific type…
If you love where you live and want to radically reduce your energy bills, make your home more comfortable and help tackle the climate crisis, then undertaking a Passivhaus retrofit (EnerPHit) could be for you.
Welcome to the August edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. Georgian architecture possesses a truly alluring charm with its well-balanced…
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Embarking on a kitchen renovation can be an exciting experience for homeowners. John and Heather Sibly recently undertook their own kitchen extension project, and agreed to share their journey with i-Build. In this Q&A, they…
In the rapidly-evolving world of technology, lighting control systems have revolutionised the way we interact with our living spaces. From residential homes to commercial buildings, these intelligent systems offer enhanced control and flexibility, which offer…
When decorating a room in your home, it’s not only important to consider the colour of the paint but also the finish. The finish you pick can have a huge impact on the look of…
Nestled along the rugged and serrated Cornish coastline, overlooking the majestic waves of Fistral Bay in Newquay, stands a remarkable and awe-inspiring residence, 'Esplanade – House by the Sea'. Perched atop a tiered terrace garden,…
What is a brick? It can be described as a perfectly natural blend of the elements of earth, fire, air and water. Typically, it is made from clay formed into a rectangular shape and fired…
CMO Group Plc, the UK’s largest online only builders’ merchant and parent company of leading e-commerce sites such as Roofing Superstore and Door Superstore, has developed a disruptive new online resource specifically to meet the…
First Mats, a leading online retailer best known for their matting products, is proud to announce the launch of their new and improved range of Board Trolleys. The expanded range is designed to cater to…
Poised to deliver excellence beyond expectation, the new British-made Beyond Wool® collection from Furlong Flooring will give customers the wool-like look they want, with the finish they need. This treat for the feet is sure…
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Welcome to the July edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. With the UK experiencing increasing temperatures year after year, our…
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In the heart of Bloomsbury, London, this two-bedroom apartment offered a blank canvas for a beautiful pied-a-terre. Situated in the historic West End and near the theatres of Covent Garden, the period apartment hadn’t been…
Building a rural retreat in the countryside sounds idyllic, and there are certainly many pros to a country lifestyle. Still, it is not without its problems, especially if the land chosen has not been developed…
For its design for Vicarage Farm, an early Victorian building in the middle of nine acres in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Hollaway Studio was tasked with the challenge of creating a…
With the arrival of spring, we often spend more time relaxing in our outdoor spaces, and it’s the right time to focus on improving the aesthetics and functionality of our outdoor spaces. If your garden…
Here, RIBA-chartered Architect George Omalianakis from architect firm GOAStudio offers professional advice, tips and key insights to guide you through the process of adding an extension to your home.
Welcome to the June edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. As we dive into the world of self-build and home…
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Spatial Design Architect, Sharron Dobrev, when renovating the exterior of her late Victorian home, chose Yeoman Rainguard rainwater systems for both functionality and design capabilities to achieve a desired finish.
Building, renovating or extending your home is an exciting and rewarding venture. Whether you’ve done it all before or you’re stepping into brand new territory, you want to know that you’re doing things in the…
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Shower specialist Aqualisa has extended its popular AQ™ mixer shower collection with the addition of three new models in a sleek matt black finish.
The Hay Barn is a superb realisation of the Potts family’s self-build dream, delivered by Cambridge-based PiP Architects. With striking architecture and minimalist principles, the design is a stunning contemporary take on the local agricultural…
Robert Linforth took on a major renovation project to create his dream holiday home. In this Q&A, he shares insights into his decision to pursue the project, his vision for the new home, the challenges…
Creating a period-style bathroom can be a challenging task, especially if you want to capture the essence of a particular historical era. However, by paying attention to details such as colours, materials and style, you…
Looking to transform your home in 2023? Keen to improve your energy efficiency? Or maybe you’re dreaming of building a secure, sustainable home from scratch?
Visit Build It Live at Bicester Heritage in Oxfordshire on 10 and 11th June to access a weekend of inspiration, top tips and expert self-build property advice all under one roof; making it easier to…
Welcome to the May edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. In this month's issue, we bring you a diverse range…
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Rob Annable, Director of Axis Design Architects talks to West Fraser about his use of SterlingOSB Zero.
When the owner of White Cross Farm, located on the outskirts of Broughton in Staffordshire, decided to build a new property on his land – consisting of a swimming pool - keeping water out of…
Offering elegant aesthetics and ease of installation, the new Circular Glass rooflight from Brett Martin Daylight Systems will maximise daylight and exceeds the thermal performance requirements of Building Regulations Approved Document L 2021.
XUL Architecture, a North London architecture firm, recently completed the renovation of a three-storey family home in Hampstead. The homeowners had a clear vision for the design of their interiors and tasked XUL with enlarging…
There is something wonderfully rustic and evocative about the natural charm and character of oak, which, when expertly constructed, helps to exude English quality craftsmanship, says Karen Bell, Sales Director at David Salisbury.
How Studio Bark’s initiative made Nest House a reality for Francine and Stephen Burns.
The UK’s premier event for home building, renovation and improvement, hosted by TV Presenter and design guru Kevin McCloud, Grand Designs Live returns to ExCeL, London, over nine days from 29th April to 7th May…
Lisa Grosse, Brand Manager at Cedral, explains why more homeowners are turning to fibre cement cladding when it comes to their DIY projects.
Welcome to the April edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. Building the home of your dreams can be a daunting…
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Furlong Flooring, the market leader for hard-wearing twist carpets has relaunched its best-selling Trident range with improved, industry-leading class 33 specification, and comes in 24 colours to deliver on current home décor trends. The launch…
The soaring popularity of glass balustrades has seen F.H. Brundle supply a growing range of outstanding balustrade products, suitable for a huge array of different projects and properties, as well as budgets.
With homeowners’ purse strings tightened amid the cost-of-living crisis, it’s vital that people opt for home designs that weather well and stand the test of time. As the average UK house prices take a downward…
A stylish reconstruction of a 1950s ranch house in Nashville, Tennessee, has recently been completed, making use of sustainably-sourced Kebony wood for a luminous, modern makeover to this classic south-eastern US home.
Vale Southern Construction has handed over a £2.5m residential project, which has created a stunning family home on the Isle of Wight.
Robert Hirschfield Architects (RHA) is often approached by clients to look into the renovation of existing properties, and the practice has developed expertise in knowing what to look for when considering such an undertaking. Whether…
For a beautiful, stylish finish, porcelain is unbeatable for paths, patios or even domestic driveways, and it can last for years – provided the installation is carried out to the correct standards, writes Jamie Gledhill,…
Welcome to the March edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. As the weather starts to improve, it's time to think…
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Located in the Claddach Valley, a small, sparsely-populated township in the northwest of North Uist, in the Outer Hebrides, an 11-acre plot looks out over a tidal lagoon fed by the wild North Atlantic.
The importance of good quality lighting and the positive influence it has on spaces and individuals is appreciated more and more by the wider public. But how do you ensure good quality lighting is achieved…
Carl Bailey, Regional Technical Manager for Elevate (formerly Firestone Building Products), explains how to create a green roof that lasts.
Technological advances in glass have led to the extraordinary evolution of residential design, harnessing greater apertures for thermally-broken glazing that invites the outside and inside. Moreover, homes needing modernisation or refurbishment in coastal environments will…
Following in the footsteps of their siblings, Kevin Keane and Shawna Sherlock jumped at the opportunity of building their own home when a family member’s plot of land became available. Here, Shawna talks to i-Build’s…
Colour has a huge impact on how we feel, act and react. There are various phycological studies on how different colours evoke different moods, which can profoundly affect our happiness and productivity.
The soaring popularity of glass balustrades has seen F.H. Brundle supply a growing range of outstanding balustrade products, suitable for a huge array of different projects and properties, as well as budgets.
Yeoman Rainguard, renowned throughout the industry for the manufacturer, supply, and installation of quality rainwater products, has launched its new Aluminium Product Brochure.
On the heating front, things have never been more interesting in the UK heating industry. Renewables are becoming more important by the day. The decision to ban the use of fossil fuel heating systems in…
Welcome to the February edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. To add to those annual January blues, the first month…
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Looking Glass Lodge is a beautifully-designed, ultra-modern lodge hidden in dense, charming woodland in East Sussex’s village of Fairlight, not too far from the county’s rugged, picturesque coastline.
Here at i-Build, we’ve been following Rob Hunt’s water tower conversion for quite some time. Throughout the past two years, we’ve been avidly watching Rob’s inspirational progress as he battled the complexities naturally associated with…
Give your home the wow factor with an eye-catching colour choice. Just like landscaping and hardscaping your driveway, colour coordinating your garage door colours with your home can make a big first impression and set…
In this two-part article, we talk to Unplugged, a digital detox experience brand that embraces the idea of off-grid cabin living, about the benefits of taking the plunge into this quiet, more minimal way of…
The South East Homebuilding & Renovating Show is set to return to the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre between 14 and 15th January, responding to visitors’ concerns and questions about improving their energy efficiency…
Welcome to the January edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. The New Year will see many spades hitting the ground…
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Welcome to the December edition of i-build magazine! This issue is packed with inspirational projects and products as well as useful advice for your self-build. The most wonderful time of the year is upon us,…
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The latest development by one of the country’s leading luxury housebuilders is making full use of Marmox Multiboard’s benefits in converting a series of former agricultural buildings into half a dozen high specification homes. Maybanks…
After what has been a difficult year for many, the Regional Energy Efficiency Awards 2022 have arrived and awarded a collection of companies for their amazing achievements.
Robert Hirschfield Architects has completed a full renovation and restoration of a large Arts and Crafts period home in London's Hampstead Garden suburb.
Contemporary and sustainable architecture practice CaSA has cleverly remodelled an original 1960s property with a focus on affordable and futureproofed solutions, creating an intelligently-refurbished family home that was recently announced as the 2022 Royal Institute…
The experts from Wire Fence are here to help you gain a better understanding of the tips and tricks regarding some popular gabion projects, so you have every detail you need on hand to start…
Winter is here, but unfortunately, so too are rising energy costs. Darren Whelpton-Smith from online building materials retailer Plumbing Superstore, part of CMO Group, looks at some of the heating options available to help self-builders…
Tiles are a fantastic option for many self-build projects, with the right choice offering the ideal combination of practicality and style. As we fast approach the New Year, Gemma Haynes, Specification Manager at leading commercial…
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It’s a great feeling to turn that dusty, dark old loft into your favourite room in the house. You might have a growing family and need an extra bedroom. It could be a home office,…
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Living in the countryside can be much better for your health than living in a city centre. Less petrol and diesel fumes, bigger gardens, country walks with the family dog, and growing your own fruits…
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Something that is commonly confused is the difference between timber framing and post and beam construction. Here Vermont Timber Works explains more.
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It is well established and understood by self builders, architects and developers that well designed and attractive garage doors add to the overall feel and value of a property.
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A self-build project in the stunning countryside of North East England has benefitted from Isover’s Metac, chosen for its excellent thermal and acoustic properties, as well as being the perfect fit for the architectural design…
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The relationship between handmade bricks and mortar is very similar to that of the referee in a football match. Mortar, like a referee, is absolutely essential to a successful outcome – but the less you…
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Rex Nye, who owns online builders’ merchants NYEs Building Supplies, provides his top tips for making sure you’re getting the best from your garden.
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To create a new-look bathroom, on a budget, there are a few simple updates which can create a big impact. Bathroom and tile retailer, Easy Bathrooms, has outlined a handful of ideas to bring this…
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Stacy Eden, Partner, Head of Property and Construction at national audit, tax, advisory and risk firm, Crowe, explains how will this impact on the property industry.
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CB Homes has recently won a top industry accolade for its stunning lakeside development in Cheshire, on the site of a derelict country restaurant. The project, The Mill Pool, is a residential development of two…
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London-based renovator, MyEdge2.com, has converted the interior of a 19th century flat to meet needs of young urban professionals. The specialist recently finished the complete structural renovation and interior refurbishment of a ground floor flat…
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Whether you’re working on an old or a new building, read on to discover why Simon Ayres of Lime Green believes lime has the answers. Simon gave up building to focus on manufacturing lime because…
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If you’re looking to replace your windows, picking windows for your self-build project or plan to have a rooflight installed, it can be difficult deciding whether to choose double or triple glazing. Each carries their…
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With the changes in lifestyle and the cost of buying a new home outweighing the cost of renovating or extending a property, it’s not surprising that the ‘don’t move, improve’ philosophy continues to strengthen.
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The Dulux Colour of the Year for 2019 is Spiced Honey – a rich natural tone that fills the space between caramel and mocha with a warm and understated earthiness.
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Loxone has put together a list of 10 top tips to accommodate smart home technology into your self-build project.
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