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The art of window dressing

Debbie Leigh of ILIV shares expert insights into selecting the perfect curtains and blinds for every home, with the right window dressing able to transform a room. When it comes... View Article

Selfbuilder Diaries… the next chapter

The Selfbuilder catches up with Olly and Veronika Stothert who are building their family home and overcoming challenges like clay soil, financial hurdles, and self-building logistics, while balancing professional expertise... View Article

Stylish, sustainable & functional

Charlton & Jenrick managing director Peter Mintoft speaks to The Selfbuilder’s James Parker about all things secondary heating including sustainability, trends, and what the future holds. What exactly is secondary... View Article

An auspicious decision

When James and Amy Savage moved from Hong Kong to Wiltshire, they took a chance on a poorly converted byre, transforming it into a unique, futureproofed home. TEXT ALEXANDRA PRATT... View Article

Tender prices up by 0.8%, reports BCIS

Tender prices increased by an estimated average of 0.8% between 3Q2024 and 4Q2024, according to the latest data from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). The increase resulted in 2.3% annual growth in... View Article

Following a learning curve

Despite the tricky construction challenges presented by a crescent-shaped architectural design, a determined couple have succeeded in creating their dream ‘forever’ home in the countryside TEXT Jess Unwin IMAGES John... View Article

Revisiting Fire Safety & Project Accountability

The Grenfell tragedy has profoundly reshaped the construction industry’s approach to fire safety, driving scrutiny on building design, materials, and regulatory compliance. Central to these reforms is the enforcement of... View Article
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Product & Supplier News

Protecting Education Spaces with Yeoman Shield

Schools, colleges and universities are high-traffic environments where walls, doors and corners endure daily wear and tear. From bustling hallways to busy classrooms, maintaining a clean, safe and professional learning... View Article

Modern, Sustainable and Engineered to Last

Q-railing launches EPD Certificates for glass, stainless steel and aluminium railing systems  Q-railing has recently obtained Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its glass balustrades with aluminium base channels, stainless steel post railing... View Article
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