Build It Magazine

For Ally and Adam Measor, converting an outbuilding into a house perfect for family life has given them the dream home they found unaffordable on the housing market: ow.ly/RvRI50YXviW

Older houses can make amazing fixer-uppers with bags of potential. To set you off on the right foot, Alan Tierney shares his advice on how to navigate a period home renovation: ow.ly/FbjE50YQBRQ

Digging down to create a new, multi-functional living space could be the best route to increasing the value and functionality of your home. Be inspired by Sander Tel’s hand-picked collection of real-life basement ideas: ow.ly/Y7nR50YRzEi

Plots with significant gradients can offer the chance for unique and inspiring homes. Architect Julian Owen investigates what you need to know about building a home on a sloping site, to ensure your house works in unity with the landscape: ow.ly/cVfp50YQAZ0

Timber frame is still a favourite amongst the UK’s self builders – especially when it comes to creating wow-factor, energy-efficient houses. Take a look at our collection of amazing real-life timber frame homes to see what’s possible: ow.ly/sWya50XFytp

Sliding patio doors are great for connecting home and garden, while maximising views and natural light. Emily Batesmith looks at 10 key things you need to consider when choosing glazed sliders for your project: ow.ly/ugQe50YRzrJ

Conservation expert Alan Tierney explores different methods for updating your existing flooring and details the pros and cons of using wood, stone and tile options: ow.ly/72NC50YQxHw

From light-filled offices to sympathetic timber-clad outdoor kitchens, here are 28 of our favourite garden room ideas to inspire your outbuilding plans: ow.ly/pwpa50YQxcn

Looking for internal window ideas or different ways to get natural light into your home? From doors and windows to striking atriums, Erika Chaffey showcases a range of solutions for maximising light flow: ow.ly/hL4r50YMBKV

Build It’s June 2026 issue hits the newsstands this week. Check out some invaluable expert advice and our pick of inspiring real-life homes, including a hillside package home and an oak frame bungalow renovation: ow.ly/hfIf50YQut6

Overhead glazing is fantastic for creating an impressive design feature and flooding your new house extension with natural light. Get your ideal specification with Erika Chaffey’s guide – including costs: ow.ly/ZTrX50WxgL3

Wondering whether you should convert your garage to living space? From costs to planning permission, insulation and design, Chris Batesmith takes a look at what you need to know: ow.ly/wzyQ50YMBoL

As well as boosting your home’s living space, a side return extension can have a dramatic effect on the flow of your interior layout. Architect Opinder Liddar shares the secrets to designing a successful side extension scheme: ow.ly/gvcB50YIKzI

Nigel and Jan Moreton’s new Cornish home combines traditional stone and timber with a contemporary design to capture light, landscape and coastal views: ow.ly/xQ9250YIPlb

Is your plot in an exposed, windy or coastal location? Julian Owen takes a look at how to create a home that’s designed for harsh weather conditions and the key considerations to note: ow.ly/bV1L50YI708

Renovating a home opens the opportunity to transform an existing building into your dream home. From house renovation costs to planning, take a look at our top tips for a successful project: ow.ly/KhEX50YILx1

A glazed link will bridge the gap between old and new, adding space, light and a dash of architectural flair. Find out how create a glass link between buildings and see a collection of successful projects: ow.ly/sMUi50YI6UG

Just 10 days after deciding to move house, Jane and Steve Marshall bought a 1930s bungalow, turning it into a bright, open-plan space: ow.ly/Xo6350YIMmZ

From wireless DIY solutions to cabled setups that integrate with the rest of your smart home system, smart home security will help keep you and your home safe. But how do you choose the right automated system? ow.ly/Qmtz50YEXIW

Considering a loft conversion in 2026 and wondering how much you should budget? From the different types of extension through to architectural fees, this UK loft conversion cost guide sets out what you can expect to pay for a project: ow.ly/n1mt50YGubo