Conversions
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Loft conversion costs 2020: how to cost, plan and design your extra attic space
We look at loft conversion costs for 2020 so that you can stay on budget while you transform your attic into glorious extra living room. Use our guide to help with costing, planning, designing and more
By Lucy Searle •
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Garage conversions: the ultimate guide to budgeting, planning and designing a garage conversion
Garage conversions are a great solution for anyone who wants more space but doesn't want to add-on. Find out how to successfully convert a garage into extra living space
By Kaitlin Madden •
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Real home: a loft conversion transforms two-bed terrace
By adding a loft conversion and swapping the kitchen and diner around, Amanda and Jess Cotton have maximised the potential of a dilapidated two-bedroom terraced house
By Karen Wilson •
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Christmas house: a 17th-century mill house conversion is the perfect festive setting
With a huge inglenook fireplace and exposed stonework, Laura and Mark Stubbs’ converted mill house comes into its own at Christmas
By Karen Wilson •
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Renovations insurance explained
Renovations insurance is a must-have if you're planning a major project. Here, it's explained by experienced renovator Michael Holmes
By Michael Holmes •
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Find a builder: how to find builders who will do the job well
Find a builder using experienced renovator Michael Holmes' advice. Use these tips to hire a building contractor who will deliver your home project on time and on budget
By Michael Holmes •
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How to self build: your dream home, your way
Do you dream of a custom home, built exactly to your needs Experienced self builder Michael Holmes explains what's involved
By Michael Holmes •
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How to board a loft
Knowing how to board a loft can mean you turn wasted space into useful storage space. And if you add insulation, your whole house will feel warmer, too. Use our simple guide to boarding a loft safely
By Ginevra Benedetti •
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Cowboy builders: 13 telltale signs so you can avoid them
A cowboy builder is easy to spot – and that's even before they've begun. Here's how to avoid one so you don't end up out of pocket with a poor or even unfinished job
By Lucy Searle •
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Indoor outdoor living spaces: 11 clever ways to link your indoor and outdoor rooms
From choosing the best materials to thinking about the style of doors and windows, here's how to link your indoor and outdoor spaces and make your home feel bigger
By Greg Toon •
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Real home: a former Co-op corner shop becomes a sunny, open home
It took a lot of creativity for this architect to transform a commercial property into his bright family home
By Caroline Ednie •
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Real home: converting two farm cottages into a country home
With an eye for a bargain, a practical mindset and lots of help from friends and family, Jenny and Mel Dunmow turned a pair of farm cottages into a stunning home
By Karen Darlow •
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Real home: an eco-friendly barn conversion
It took Carol and David Spenser half a decade to get planning permission for their home, but the eco-friendly, contemporary design makes it worthwhile
By Lucy Searle •
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Barn conversions: how to convert a barn
Barn conversions take careful planning, flexible budgeting and good design. Get them right, however, and the result will be a home that’s entirely unique. We take a look at how to convert a barn – plus a church and school, too
By Lucy Searle •
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Real home: a Cotswold barn conversion with beautiful vintage-style interiors
Filled with French antiques and fleamarket finds, this converted barn in the heart of the Cotswolds is a vintage-lovers dream
By Ann Broad •
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Basement conversions: the ultimate guide to converting a basement
A basement conversion might be the best way to add space and value to your home if you don’t have the room to extend above ground. This three page feature tells you all you need to know about how to convert a basement
By Lucy Searle •
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How to project manage an extension or renovation
Knowing how to project manage an extension or renovation is a great way to save money when you're on a strict budget, but will require more responsibility. Find out exactly what's involved
By Lucy Searle •
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Real Home: renovating a 15th century home
Henry John has devoted several years of his life to carefully rebuilding the secluded 15th century Herefordshire retreat that previously belonged to his father
By Debbie Jeffery •
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Real home: a Grade II listed farmhouse, built in the 17th century
Having upped sticks and moved from London, Sally and Rob Appleyard are embracing the good life in their lovingly restored period farmhouse
By Janet McMeekin •
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Real home: an updated barn conversion with a modern design
Delia and Scott Phillips gave a traditional barn conversion a stunning modern makeover
By Emily Shaw •
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Real home: a factory converted into a family home
Elisabeth and Aldo Ciarrocchi reconfigured an apartment inside a former pet food factory to create a welcoming and versatile family home
By Anna Tobin •
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How to add a mezzanine
Adding a mezzanine to create a split-level room is a great way to make any open-plan space more dynamic. Expert property renovator Michael Holmes offers his advice on how to go about it
By Anna Cottrell •
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Real home: a bold kitchen-diner in a converted chapel
When Tina Macfarlane embarked on an adventurous chapel conversion she had a clear vision of the edgy, modern style she wanted for her new kitchen-diner
By Louise O'Bryan •
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Real home: a carefully renovated Victorian watermill
A piece of English history brimming with original features, this Victorian watermill has been lovingly renovated for modern living
By Owen Collins •
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Real home: a family apartment renovation in Brighton
Digging out the damp cellar beneath a ground-floor flat and taking time over the renovation process has added an extra level and family charm to Debbie Statham’s Victorian home
By Andrea Childs •
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Christmas house: a beautiful church conversion home
Maaike and Onno Goldbach have put their own stamp on this beautifully renovated church building in the Netherlands
By Karen Darlow •
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Real home: a converted barn is a rural dream
Vintage finds, salvaged treasures and a spot of DIY helped Sophie and Bob create their perfect home
By Maxine Brady •
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Christmas house: a converted 19th century school gets a festive transformation
Reinventing old furniture has been an education as this old village school has been transformed into an extraordinary family home
By Heather Dixon •
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Real home: a contemporary basement transforms an Edwardian terraced house
Hywel Jones transformed his home from top to bottom, including the basement, with his love for playing music at the heart of his redesign
By Amelia Smith •