Grand Designs Magazine

Whether you’re planning a build, a restoration, or just worried about your monthly power bills, solar panels will help you harness free energy from the sun. Their looks don’t suit every roof (although they don’t have to go on the roof). They can make a massive difference to your home’s running costs and carbon footprint.

In this solar panel guide, we’ll tell you how mu...

We all know that a shower is far more efficient, in terms of energy and water consumption, than having a bath. Even so, Wessex Water estimates that showering makes up 40% of the average household’s daily water consumption.

Plus, there’s the cost of the energy that has to go into heating the water. By following our advice on how to save money in the shower, you can cut ...

From sophisticated garden offices and gyms to creative studios and guest accommodation, today’s garden rooms can offer far more than an extra room at the end of the garden. Here’s what to consider when choosing a high-quality space designed for everyday living.

A well-designed garden room can transform an underused part of a property into one of its most versatile spac...

In need of winter garden ideas?

You’ve spent plenty of time and money transforming your garden into an outdoor living paradise. Your decking is stylish and fits the garden perfectly, and your plant game is looking strong too ...

When renovating, extending, or building a home from scratch, some decisions deserve more consideration than others. You can change kitchen finishes, update bathrooms, and evolve interior colour schemes, but the roof is expected to protect the property for decades.

That makes the choice of roofing material particularly important. While appearance naturally plays a part,...