Timber Frame Houses: Real Life Examples
Timber frame houses are growing in popularity—and with good reason. Here are 18 inspiring examples to prove it. In this…
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Modern malthouse in Lincolnshire
Find out how these self-build newbies built a stunning modern malthouse in Lincolnshire— so impressive it featured on Channel 4’s…
Costed new build
This costed new build project in Co Tyrone shows how to build a family home in the countryside from scratch.…
Traditional New Build
There’s a reason many self-builders choose to go with a traditional build – it saves money, as Gavin Connolly of…
Cottage with brick extension
This traditional cottage renovation with brick extension in Co Armagh seamlessly blends old with new. In this article we cover:…
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