selfbuilder & homemaker
September/October 2016
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editor’s letter
Hello and welcome to your September/October issue of Selfbuilder & Homemaker, and I’m pleased to introduce myself as the new editor of the title.
FEATURES IN THIS ISSUE:
Garage Doors Glass & Glazing Landscaping & External Finishes Rainwater & Greywater Products Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Show Previews: London Homebuilding & Renovating Show / Grand Designs Live Birmingham / UK Construction Week
LIFE’S A BEACH
A spectacular new home overlooking Newquay’s sands makes award shortlist See page 8
PLANNING • DESIGN • CONSTRUCTION • INTERIORS
Cover image: Sand Dunes, Newquay © Arco2 architects See page 8 for more
I am a long-term fan of self-build and custom-build, and in my time editing construction titles I have always tried to celebrate the achievements made in this area. Whether it’s realising a high-end home with the help of an architect and builder, or installing renewable heating into a refurbished farmhouse to
make it energy-resilient for the future, I think there is no more impressive achievement than embodying your values in the building you live in.
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London Homebuilding & Renovating Show 23-25 September, ExCel, London
This is one of the biggest events in the calendar for self-builders. Visitors will be able to see the latest products, attend seminars, masterclasses and work- shops, and get inspiration and personalised advice.
www.londonhomebuildingshow.co.uk
North East Home Expo 7-8 October, Middlesbrough
North East Home Expo – held at Middlesbrough Football Club – was introduced to provide a place for customers to meet and chat with local businesses that can help them create their perfect home. Builders, architects, project managers and custom installers will all be in attendance to offer advice and expertise.
www.northeasthomeexpo.co.uk
The Big Green Home Show 7-9 October, Swindon
The National Self Build & Renovation Centre (NSBRC) plays host to The Big Green Home Show in October – an event with over 200 exhibitors, live demonstrations and the opportunity to talk with architects, designers and other self-builders.
www.nsbrc.co.uk/the-big-green-home-show
Retrofit Eco Solutions Workshop 12 November, Swindon
The NSBRC’s eco workshops offer advice and information to those looking to save money and save the environment. The last workshop of 2016 is Retrofit Eco Solutions, at which experts will explain how to retrofit eco technologies into homes.
www.nsbrc.co.uk/eco-workshops
Working with our excellent and committed team here at Selfbuilder & Homemaker I look forward to bringing you colourful and engaging articles on the best projects out there. In these pages you will also find more interior design how-tos, and handy hints on how to do everything from getting the right glazing, to the right mortgage.
A good example of how we like to help is our Ask the Expert feature on page 13, which offers some down to earth on advice on exactly why you might want to think about installing smart home technology. Enjoy the issue.
James Parker
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