Chris Haslam, journalist & author

In the latest issue of Grand Designs (November 2012) I chat to architect Rory Harmer about eco planning permission, check out the latest sustainable flooring from Moduleo and enthuse about Philippe Stark's biodegradable lamp that is made from waste sugar beet.

Pick up a copy of Grand Designs magazine this month (November 2012) and you'll not only get to read my monthly Eco News feature, but also learn all you could ever want to about home heating. The bumper feature covers everything from choosing the best heating system for your home, renewable solutions plus the best radiators and wood burning stoves.

With the rain lashing down summer seems like a lifetime ago, but back when the sun did shine I wrote about outdoor music systems for Ideal Home . A great mix for all tastes and budgets and plenty of wireless options to keep things simple.

Back in the summer I was offered the chance to review Volvo's new plug-in hybrid V60 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. My review appeared in the Metro and online for  T3.com