Ellora Coupe

05/10/2026

Judith Leary Joyce and I are putting your knowledge to the test.

Watch the reel closely and tell us what you think each of these five insulation products is made from. Some might surprise you…

📚 Three winners will each receive a hard copy of Judith’s book, What the Builder Won’t Tell You.

To enter:

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💬 Comment on this reel on the Her Own Space account with the five materials you think these products are made from

No numbering needed, just five answers.

⏰ Entries close at 8pm on Sunday 11 October 2026.

Three winners will be selected at random from all correct entries and contacted directly by .

🌿 Insulation manufacturers are not eligible to enter.
📮 UK entries only.
No purchase necessary.

You might already have some of these materials in your home, just in a very different form…

Let’s see your guesses 👇

WhatTheBuilderWontTellYou

02/10/2026

Women doing retrofit in real life. Here’s what we’re talking about this week.

Finding a plasterer. Understanding insulation. Making sense of costs. Deciding what needs doing now and what can wait.
Inside Her Own Space, women are working through these decisions on their own homes, sharing what they’re learning and helping each other keep moving.
Without sharing anyone’s personal project details, here’s a taste of this week’s conversations:

🧱 What’s actually going on our walls? From understanding “Italian plaster” to asking questions about repointing and water resistant coatings.

💷 What should retrofit cost where we live? Members are following up on our cost planning session, looking for regional figures to help make sense of their budgets.

💡 Where should the sockets, switches and lighting go? Our latest practical session helped members plan their electrical layouts, with a template and recording to work through at home.

🌿 How do we prepare for a heat pump? Understanding the house and heating system we have, alongside the improvements we’re planning.

And there are the conversations about how it all feels. The frustration of trying to find the right tradesperson, the relief when work finally moves forward and the pleasure of sharing progress with women who understand what it took.

Our paid platform is where we can follow each other’s projects over time, ask the next question and put what we’re learning into practice.

Next Wednesday, 7 October, we’re meeting online to put faces to names, talk about our projects and explore the resources available inside Her Own Space.

If you’re retrofitting your home and would value having other women alongside you, join us and come to the meet up.

👉 www.herownspace.com
Bring a question, share something you’re figuring out or simply come along and listen. 💚

See real women making their homes warmer, healthier and more energy efficient — sharing the reality of retrofit, from insulation and ventilation to heat pumps and beyond.

23/08/2026

Planning insulation, a heat pump, new windows, better ventilation or a whole house retrofit?
Her Own Space is an independent community for women homeowners navigating retrofit and home improvement.
We are not affiliated with any product, manufacturer, installer or service provider. Our purpose is to help women homeowners understand their options, ask better questions and make informed decisions about their own homes.
Access practical retrofit guides, expert webinars, real homeowner experiences and a supportive community of women undertaking their own projects.
Because making decisions about your home can feel complicated, and we all need the support of others along the way.

🏡 Join Her Own Space�www.herownspace.com

22/08/2026

This perfect example of how retrofit opposed to renovation is the future proofing we need. This house retrofit by Marion Baeli and Bob Prewett, both exceptional architects in their field, tells you proves what the professionals best in their field are doing to upgrade their homes properly.

"You wouldn't put holes in your flask if you wanted to keep the ice in. You'd close the cap and make sure it is firmly twisted on. It's the same in this house."

When the BBC visit Baeli on the hottest day of this summer's fourth heatwave, her house is 10C cooler than outside.

The Passivhaus standard is growing in popularity as UK homeowners adapt to hotter summer temperatures.

21/08/2026

**Is your loft insulation ready for July, not just January? ☀️🏠**

Your roof receives some of the highest solar exposure on your home.
And there is much more to think about than simply how many millimetres of insulation you install.

Our latest **Retrofit Essential Guide** takes you through what homeowners should understand before insulating a loft.

Join our community of women homeowners transforming their homes through retrofit today:

Join Her Own Space https://www.herownspace.com

31/07/2026

Unlock Your Home's Potential! 🌟

Calling all new women homeowners! Ever dreamt of transforming your space into an energy-efficient haven? Join us next Wednesday for a special meet-up where innovation meets community.

Here’s what’s in store:

- 🏡 Share Your Projects: Connect with fellow homeowners and swap stories about your home adventures.

- 🔍 Platform Tour: Discover how our tools make eco-friendly renovations a breeze.

- 🌿 Benefits Galore: Gain exclusive access to resources and support for creating the energy-efficient home of your dreams.

Ready to take the plunge? Visit [www.herownspace.com](http://www.herownspace.com) to join us and start your journey!

What eco-friendly project are you dreaming about for your home? Share below! 👇

25/07/2026

Small feature in Time and Leisure magazine this month!

24/07/2026

What if the hottest room in your home is affecting more than your comfort?

As temperatures continue to rise, there is an important conversation that most homeowners are not hearing.

It is not just about overheating.

It is about what happens to the materials inside our homes when they get hotter, how this could affect indoor air quality, and why researchers are now exploring the links between climate, building materials and our health.

This week inside Her Own Space, we read the the evidence behind rising temperatures, VOCs, indoor air quality and what every homeowner should understand before choosing paints, flooring, furniture and renovation materials.

If you care about creating a healthier, more resilient home, this is a conversation you will not want to miss.

Because the future of home renovation is not just about saving energy.

It is about understanding what we are breathing too.

✨ Join Her Own Space today and become part of a community of women homeowners learning the science behind healthier homes, alongside experts and women on the same journey.

Your home should support your health as well as your comfort.

🔗 Join us today at www.herownspace.com