Extensions
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Adding a small extension: 11 clever ideas
Small extensions can add plenty of space and value to your home. So, if you have little room or budget for a larger project, here's how to get your small extension to make a big impact
By Michael Holmes •
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20 ways to add space (and value) to your home
Looking to add extra living space and value to your home? This guide offers solutions, advice and ideas for both – and they're a cheaper option than moving
By Melanie Clear •
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12 extension ideas for period homes
Looking to extend a period property? We round up the best extensions that add space and value, while being sympathetic to their heritage
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Reliable builders: how to find the best contractors for your extension or renovation
Experienced renovator Michael Holmes offers advice on finding a building contractor who will deliver your home project on time and on budget
By Michael Holmes •
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Building an annexe to extend your living space
Renovation experts Michael Holmes and Jason Orme explain the rules for creating an annexe – additional rooms that will utilise your outdoor space and enhance your lifestyle
By Real Homes •
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17 two storey extension design ideas
Find inspiration for your own double storey extension with our pick of the best design projects
By Lucy Searle •
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Real home: a copper-clad modern extension
Sally Doi and Richard Fowler have transformed a former parsonage into an original home with a stunning new addition
By Real Homes Magazine •
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Top 20 dos and don'ts of extending a house
Want to make sure your house extension project runs without a hitch? Follow this expert guide to extend your home successfully
By Jason Orme •
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Building a single storey extension without planning permission
Want to transform your home with a single storey extension without planning permission? You may be able to do so under permitted development. Find out how
By Lucy Searle •
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How to project manage an extension or renovation
Planning an extension or renovation under a strict budget? Taking on the role of project manager is a great way to save money, but will require more responsibility. Find out exactly what it takes to project manage an extension or renovation
By Lucy Searle •
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House extension suppliers: a sourcebook for the top 50 extension essentials
Extending a house? Use this list of our top extension essentials to find the best suppliers and sources for all things extensions-related. Plus there's tons of extension planning advice and design guidance
By Emily Shaw •
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Loft conversions: 23 expert tips for getting it right
A loft conversion could create the extra space you need cost-effectively. Use our at-a-glance guide to find how what you should know – before you start
By Laura Crombie •
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Get your tickets for The Homebuilding & Renovating Show now!
Whether you are looking to update, extend or convert your home, you'll find everything you need at the South East Homebuilding & Renovating show
By Laura Sturgess •
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Real home: a modern two-storey extension
Eily Roe and Connor Kennedy added a double-height extension to the rear of their country cottage without the need of planning permission. Taking advantage of their sloping garden, the couple created an open-plan lower ground floor
By Anna Cottrell •
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Loft conversions: an essential guide to planning, designing and costing when converting your loft
Whether you’re dreaming of a master suite, a guest bedroom or a home cinema, a loft conversion is one of the easiest ways to extend – and add value to – your property
By Laura Crombie •
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Real home: a 1960s house with modern extension
Su and Jim Bonner doubled the size of their 1960s house with an ultra-modern extension
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real home: New York loft-style kitchen extension
John Boon and Susanna Frediani reconfigured their kitchen with industrial features to give it a New York loft style
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real home: a glazed kitchen extension creates a light-filled space
For a light-filled kitchen, Tatiana Karelina and Shawn Frazer chose a modern style to complement their glass extension
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real home: a traditional side return kitchen extension
Nicola and Ed Legget updated their kitchen and extended to create a spacious dining area
By Anna Cottrell •
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Basement conversions: the ultimate guide to converting a basement
If you don’t have the room to extend your home above ground, a basement conversion might be the best way to add space and value. Here's how to convert a basement
By Lucy Searle •
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How to plan and design the perfect glass extension
Find project inspiration and specialist advice for your own glazed extension
By Sarah Warwick •
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Real home: an industrial-style renovation of a Victorian terraced home
Pippa Mundy gave her Cardiff Victorian terraced house a unique and industrial look with reclaimed furniture and materials
By Laura Crombie •
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Real home: renovating a Victorian cottage
Overhauling a dated, dark and cold Victorian cottage, Julia Sinclair has extended her home, remodelled the layout and completed the transformation with a fresh and vibrant interior
By Pat Garratt •
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Real home: a glazed-roof kitchen extension
Lara and Andrew Dearman extended their property sideways to create a practical family room with a pared-back Scandinavian style
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real home: a traditional kitchen extension to a country home
Annabel and Jack Diggle extended their period house to create a family-friendly, light-filled kitchen-diner
By Anna Cottrell •
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10 amazing Victorian terraced home transformation ideas
If you're thinking of extending a Victorian terrace, get an idea of what can be achieved with our pick of amazing transformations
By Real Homes •
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Real home: transforming a Victorian home with a contemporary kitchen extension
James Hewitt and Pamela Sampson have spent 12 years renovating their Victorian home – carefully selecting new, vintage and reclaimed pieces for their long-awaited kitchen extension
By Laura Crombie •
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Real home: a country-style kitchen and bedroom extension to a Grade II-listed timber home
Blending a new kitchen and bedroom extension with an original ancient timber-frame building proved quite a challenge - a modern glass link turned out to be an eye-catching solution
By Karen Darlow •
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How to create good flow in your open plan layout
Want your an open plan layout that flows well? The secret to a good house design that's practical and efficient is careful planning. Here's how
By Hebe Hatton •
