In the heart of the Wye Valley, Rosa and Craig face relentless weather as they undertake the ambitious project of transforming a century-old, disused reservoir—once vital to a family railway—into a distinctive home.

Danny, a devoted father, is undertaking the construction of a sustainable yet budget-conscious elevated home within his garden. Lacking prior experience in self-building and facing escalating expenses, he must rely solely on his determinati…

In 2013, Jon and Noreen embarked on the ambitious project of constructing a large treehouse in Gloucestershire. By 2016, their funds had been exhausted. Have they, at long last, taken up residence among the branches?

Graeme and Melanie envision their Hackney home as a haven for their blended family. However, fitting the vibrant red house onto their modest garage plot presents a considerable obstacle.

Lucinda, a furniture maker by trade, aspires to build a dwelling of exceptional craftsmanship. Her vision is for a two-story timber home, deeply insulated against the elements, nestled within the woods of South Herefordshire. She faces the …

In the heart of the Cotswolds, Duncan and Liz are constructing an exceptional Passivhaus Premium home – a project of truly innovative design. Yet, as the schedule becomes increasingly demanding and the days grow solitary, they must question…

In 2017, Leigh and Richard purchased a neglected Cornish flour mill with the intention of restoring it to its former glory and making it their home. By 2021, however, the interiors and gardens remained incomplete. Has their arduous labor fi…

In 2019, Olaf and Fritha embarked on the ambitious project of building a home on a challenging plot of land in West Sussex, hemmed in by a busy A-road and railway line. Kevin McCloud revisits the property to assess the progress of their dis…