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The UK’s no.1 self build, renovation & extension magazine. Visit https://t.co/noIg8QkN68 for inspiring real-life projects & expert advice
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How much does a front door really cost in the UK? We speak to the experts and break down what impacts the price of an entrance door, installation costs and what you can expect to pay for the different modern solutions: https://t.co/hhV70tUN6d
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A glazed gable end has the ability to completely transform your home – both inside and out. Here’s how to get this design feature right: https://t.co/WR0fyZriiL
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Adrian and Erika Evans’ smart, sustainable ICF home defies the elements on the Cornish coast, combining contemporary design, renewable technology and breathtaking sea views: https://t.co/KUHmgnNrId
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Wondering whether you should replace your gas boiler with an air source heat pump? We take a look at the ins and outs of installing an ASHP in an existing property: https://t.co/j4RkR76mL5
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You can’t beat the warm flicker of real flames – but is a woodburning stove right for your home? We explore the advantages and key considerations to note when specifying and installing a woodburner, plus how sustainable they really are: https://t.co/fxb14DNAsD
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After falling in love with a 19th-century gate keeper’s lodge in Oxfordshire, Julian and Abigail Bernard took a hands-on approach to transforming it into a gorgeous three-bedroom family home. Read the story: https://t.co/H667VMfWLD
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Looking for loft conversion ideas? Often completed without the need for planning permission, loft conversions are a clever, cost-effective way to maximise your property’s space and value. Here's 27 smart and inspiring projects: https://t.co/mr3hkdbIyC
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Every planning authority has the power to set specific guidelines and restrictions over development in its area. Planning consultant Martin Gaine looks at how this can affect your project: https://t.co/YnIi8WE14Y
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Prefab homes and offsite-manufacture are buzz phrases in the self build housing industry – but what are the benefits and will this self build project route suit your goals? We speak to the experts about the costs, design considerations & more: https://t.co/dylBWmkGhz
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When an old portal frame agricultural structure came up for sale in Perthshire, Gordon and Katie Aitken built the ultra-efficient and airtight Passive House that they’d long dreamt of: https://t.co/73GoDUHTLD
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The underfloor heating manifold is a piece of equipment that forms the heart of all water-based underfloor heating systems, acting as the distribution centre for pipework. Rebecca Foster takes a look at how UFH manifolds work: https://t.co/DD5vWFrVQu
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Building an extension is an amazing way to bring an older building into the modern day without disrupting its original charm – but how can you get the design right? Take a look at period house extension ideas: https://t.co/EFtkAIpFk1
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Timber frame construction lends itself to a range of exterior finishes. Erika Chaffey shares a collection of inspiring builds and speaks to the experts about the different cladding options for timber frame homes https://t.co/C3UonSRXtf
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The judges’ shortlist of six incredible homes is in, so now it’s down to you to help us crown the nation’s best home in 2025 for this year’s Build It Awards:
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The judges’ shortlist of six incredible homes is in, so now it’s down to you to help us crown the nation’s best home in 2025 for this year’s Build It Awards
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From planning permission to Building Regs and maximising daylight, architect Julian Owen reveals how to successfully add more space to your home with a two or three-storey extension: https://t.co/p4YZvE08Ze
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Nicole and David Price considered moving from their home of 25 years, but stripping the building back and reworking the space gave them the chance to adapt their much-loved house into their perfect property: https://t.co/bwjMkyYiKb
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Looking to increase your home’s kerb appeal? Take a look at these top 15 tips and tricks to help your property make an impressive impact on the street scene: https://t.co/6SXB84Y9oo
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Looking for self build advice? Over on our website, Sander Tel takes a look back through the Build It archive to see what our readers learned throughout their projects – and if they’d do anything differently second time round: https://t.co/z2ZlPrfePl
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Want to extend your kitchen to create a new functional zone that will become the heart of your home? From layouts to heating options and costs, here’s what you need to know to ensure your kitchen extension design is a success: https://t.co/ZTsgHKMTG7
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Build It’s November 2025 issue is out now. Alongside our usual inspiring projects and advice, we explore the amazing self build and renovation projects that are up for a coveted Build It award this year and invite our viewers to vote for their favourite: https://t.co/lr6Slk9MoP
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