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In this edition

Welcome
Many of us would agree that when building or renovating

Kevin McCLOUD
Our editor-at-large reflects on the idea of urban and green belt development, and the importance of paying careful attention to the context of a place

Rural splendour
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the asymmetrical

Rising star
The owner of this London property wanted to remodel

A WORLD FIRST
These Carminati Skyline sliding doors have the world’s

Reaching new heights
Part of a smallholding mentioned in the Domesday Book

Urban development
Timber Rising is an exhibition showcasing the use of

NATURAL SELECTIO004E
Built on the slopes of Mont Shefford in Quebec, Canada

MATERIAL WORLD
The brief for this loft conversion in Walthamstow,

DESIGN
Commissioned in 1952 but produced in limited numbers

KITCHEN
Perrin & Rowe’s Instant Hot range of taps, which

BATHROOM
New from Crosswater, these gleaming brassware fittings

TECHNOLOGY
Understanding how to maximise natural light for your

HURRY, OFFER ENDS 27 MARCH
When you take up our time-limited offer with Grand

BESPOKE BEAUTY
A slow but sure approach led to a self-build that’s one of a kind

Project details
Inspect the finer points of this inspiring project

Style finder
A quirky mix of furnishings defines this eclectic house

PAST & FUTURE PERFECT
Modern minimalism teams beautifully with period features in this remodelled London home

Project details
Discover the vital elements of this stylish refurbishment

Style finder
Designer furniture lends a sleek edge to this refurbished property

INTO THE LIGHT
Designer Lisbeth Kamstrup-Holm’s family home was inspired by a combined Nordic and Japanese aesthetic

Project details
A look at the design details of this lakeside family home

Style finder
East and west influences combine in this family home

A JOURNEY INTO SPACE
This contemporary home has been built on a tricky narrow plot inside an enclosed garden, preserving a piece of history in the process

Project details
Take a peek behind the scenes of this slimline design

Style finder
Steel and warm wood contrast to stunning effect in this smart build

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TV SERIES SECRETS
An impressive build costing £2.2 million, Bram and Lisa Vis’ Isle of Wight home made for a memorable episode

GLAMOUR-ON-SEA
Occupying a prime spot on the Dorset coast, Portland House is a rare example of Hollywood Spanish style, built in the 1930s for a man about town

Getting Started
Make sure your grand design runs as smoothly as possible by following our in-depth advice for managing your own self-build project

DESIGN
It pays to employ a professional with the know-how

PLANNING
There are two different types of planning permission

FINANCING
Securing the finances to construct your new home is

BUDGE T I NG
There is no such thing as an average project cost because

SELF-BUILD MORTGAGES
If you need to borrow to finance your project, it’s important to understand this form of funding

Design the PERFECT DRIVEWAY
Create a great first impression and enhance the exterior of your home with beautiful landscaping

CASE STUDY SUSTAINABLE STYLE
Environmentally friendly objectives and low-maintenance were priorities for the driveway of this contemporary self-build

DESIGN A BROKEN-PLAN LAYOUT
Careful planning will ensure a beautiful scheme that is a pleasure to use

CASE STUDY GO WITH THE FLOW
Anthea and David Rumsey opted for a broken-plan kitchen in their contemporary new-build home

SHOWER SOLUTIONS for every space
From an energising morning drench to a relaxing evening soak, choose a design to fit your layout

CASE STUDY CONTEMPORARY CHARACTER
Innovative design and a mix of materials ensure the shower space in this new-build home is effortlessly stylish

KEVIN McCLOUD’S TOP 10 TV HOUSES
Clean-cut and contemporary or intriguingly hand-crafted, these homes are the grandest of designs

BUYER’S GUIDE EXTERIOR CLADDING
Stylish, durable and energy-efficient, cladding will help your home stand out from the crowd

BRENDAN TRACEY
Brendan is co-director of Phillips Tracey Architects, based in south-west London