The construction industry is increasingly turning to designs that balance minimal environmental impact with structural resilience. Light and robust materials are at the head of this movement, enabling projects to meet demanding performance standards while reducing overall resource consumption. The introduction of modern technologies and innovative solutions allows for the creation of buildings that are… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Self-Build
Kitchen extension ideas and inspiration
Kitchen extension ideas from the architects on Design for Me Planning a kitchen extension but don’t know where to start? If you need some kitchen extension ideas or inspiration, we have some beautiful examples of architect-designed kitchen extensions below. The kitchen extension is one of the most popular project that clients post to Design for Me…. Read more »
Renovation ideas and inspiration
Renovation ideas from Design for Me’s architects and interior designers Starting a home renovation project can seem like a daunting prospect, especially if you’ve never done any significant work to your home before. Therefore, it’s so important that you surround yourself with an experienced team who know exactly what they’re doing. After hiring the right architect,… Read more »
How much does it cost to build a house?
Main image Allister, an architect on Design for Me (see below for more) – See his profile here and shortlist him for your project Build cost of a house per square metre We know how important it is to have a rough estimate of the cost at a very early stage. The easy answer for us is to say… Read more »
We love exposed brickwork
Exposed brickwork – inspiration from Design for Me’s architects and designers Exposed brickwork can add warmth, colour and texture into your home. It celebrates the fabric of the building – it might be that an old, existing brick wall is exposed as a reminder of the building’s history. Alternatively it can work really well in… Read more »
Steps to building a house
What are the steps to building a house? Many self-builders we have spoken to ask the same question – where do I start? The stages outlined below are there as a guide as the ‘typical’ route. Once you have a good design and management team behind you, they may advise that an alternative path could… Read more »
How long does it take to build a house?
Image above from by Alex, architectural designer from Manchester, North West. See more and Shortlist them for your home project here. The next question people ask after, ‘How much does it cost?‘ is usually ‘How long does it take to build a house?’ With both questions, the answer is highly subjective. BUT if you are at the start… Read more »
Double height space – ideas and inspiration
Double height space – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Double height spaces and high ceilings create a sense of grandeur, openness and can bring in swathes of glorious natural light. Here are some of the best double height space designs from our architects and designers on Design for Me. Click on the images… Read more »
Minimalist homes – ideas and inspiration
Minimalist homes – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Minimalism in architecture and design was born from the cubist movements in the 1920s. It celebrates purity of architectural form – without decoration or embellishment. It’s characterised by the use of geometric shapes, ‘clean lines’, open spaces, using simple materials and colour palettes. Minimalist design… Read more »
Sustainable home design trends for 2025
Eco-friendly properties have become increasingly popular in recent years, with awareness of the climate crisis growing and more options for environmentally friendly alternatives on the market. But an eco house comes in various forms and styles – in 2025, this is how you can enhance sustainability for your own property. What is sustainable home… Read more »
