Ellora Coupe

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.

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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:

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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.

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23/07/2026

🌿 One of the conversations we're having inside Her Own Space today is all about keeping our homes cooler naturally.

We have just shared a brilliant real life example of how a simple combination of planting, external shading and thoughtful design has made a noticeable difference to summer comfort without relying on air conditioning.

It is exactly the sort of practical inspiration we love sharing. Not theory, but ideas that have actually been tried, tested and experienced in real homes.

As our summers become warmer, there is so much we can learn from each other about creating homes that are healthier, more comfortable and more resilient.

If you're renovating, trying to make your home more sustainable or simply curious about what works, come and join the conversation for as little as £18 per month you get access to free resources, discounts like 15% off Plank Hardware a community of likeminded women sharing their projects and day to day support and access to top professional women in the industry.

Her Own Space is where women homeowners learn together, ask questions and gain the confidence to make informed choices about their homes before they make the most expensive decision of their lives. We'd love to welcome you. 💚

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22/07/2026

🎨 THE BRIGHT FUTURE OF PAINT: LIVE LEARNING WITH GRAPHENSTONE

What are you really putting on the walls of your home when you choose a paint?

Paint is one of the most commonly used materials in our homes, yet very few of us stop to think about how it can affect indoor air quality, moisture, plastics, durability and even the environmental impact of our renovation.

Join us on Thursday 23 July at 12.30pm for our next Her Own Space live learning session with Benjamin Sturges, Commercial Director at Graphenstone Paints UK.

Together we’ll explore the difference between conventional acrylic paints and mineral based alternatives, helping you understand the questions to ask before making decisions for your own home.

During the session we’ll cover:

• What is really inside many modern paints, including plastics, VOCs, biocides and microplastics
• Why breathable paints matter, especially in older homes, solid walls and lime plastered properties
• How to make sense of environmental claims and product certifications
• The benefits of lime, silicate and mineral based paints
• How paint choices can affect the health of your home and your family
• Real life projects and examples of where these materials have been used successfully

There will also be plenty of time to ask your own questions, whether you’re renovating, planning improvements or simply want to make more informed choices for your home.

📅 Thursday 23 July
🕧 12.30pm to 1.30pm
💻 Live online for Her Own Space members

Not yet a member? Join Her Own Space and become part of a growing community of women homeowners learning together. Our live lessons give you direct access to independent experts, practical knowledge and the confidence to make better decisions for your home, alongside other women on the same journey.

22/07/2026

“Lots of the most effective retrofit measures create a thermal barrier to stop heat getting into your home,” says Ellora Coupe, renovation expert and founder of Her Own Space, a platform for women retrofitting their homes.

“As well as keeping your home cool in summer, they will keep it warm in winter.”

The home improvements that can make a real difference during heatwaves.

20/07/2026

Can Insulation Beat a Heatwave? Guy's Big Experiment

With the UK sweltering through another heatwave, here's the perfect time to revisit this exclusive clip from Guy Martin's recent programme, House Without Bills.

To settle the debate once and for all, Guy builds two identical mini houses – one to standard UK building regulations and the other to ultra-efficient Passive House standards. After filling each with half a tonne of ice, he leaves them in the summer sun for a week to find out which one stays cooler.

The results challenge one of the biggest myths about insulation and reveal why better-insulated homes could be the key to staying comfortable as Britain's summers get hotter.

With the UK sweltering through another heatwave, here's the perfect...