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November 2025
Build It magazine’s November 2025 issue is on sale now! The new edition is filled with detailed practical advice and inspiring projects to help you create your dream home
Subscribe now Buy single issueHere’s a taster of what’s inside:
Real-life readers' homes
Find inspiration for your next home building project among these amazing real-life self builds, renovations, home extensions and conversions – including build costs, floor plans and learning points straight from the homeowners.
Amazing timber frame house ideas
Scarlett Deamer shares a collection of stunning self build homes crafted with timber frame technology, speaking with industry experts to uncover the unique benefits of this versatile construction method.
Your guide to house render costs & options
Today’s renders offer homeowners a range of stylish finishes, impressive durability and energy-saving benefits, says Anna-Marie DeSouza. But what should you budget, and are there any hidden extras to account for?
How much to budget for a single-storey home extension project
How much does a single‑storey extension really cost in the UK? Expert Kate Sandhu sets out the factors that will help you piece together a robust budget for your building project.
What you need to know about designing a vaulted ceiling
Many contemporary houses feature high ceilings which are in the shape of an inverted V and provide very dramatic, voluminous and photogenic spaces in which to live. Architect Opinder Liddar investigates the advantages of this show-stopping feature.
