Feel like you don't have enough space? Then it might be time for an extension to increase the amount of room in your home.
Our extension advice and ideas will help you make the most of your home – however you decide to extend. If it is room for cooking and entertaining that you need then a kitchen extension might be on the cards. Or maybe a loft conversion to provide an extra bedroom? Find the inspiration you need, then add up the costs with our extension cost calculator.
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Extension cost calculator
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How to extend a Victorian house
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How to add a single storey extension: costing, planning and designing your single storey extension
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These are the 5 things you NEED to know before extending (you can thank us later)
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Double storey extension ideas: 19 ways you could add two storeys
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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
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Find a builder: how to find builders who will do the job well
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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
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Structural Insulated Panels: a beginner's guide
Whether you are planning to build an extension or designing a property from scratch, using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) is a great way to create a strong and eco-friendly design
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Real home: a chic extended home with an open-plan Shaker-style kitchen
Dani Ellis used her interiors know-how and eye for vintage to turn her extended home into a chic family hangout
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Structural engineer: do you need one for your extension or renovation?
What is a structural engineer and does your extension or renovation need one? Find out everything you need to know here
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Real home: the renovation of this 100-year-old home was a labour of love
Kate and Dan fell instantly for their period home in Surrey and spent seven years making it perfect
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Real home: a Victorian mid terrace gets a striking open-plan kitchen extension
Being brave enough to take on a major renovation and extension project has paid off as this once unloved terrace is now a stunning home to be proud of
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Metal windows and doors: a buyer's guide
Metal windows and doors can create an industrial look, historic authenticity or contemporary style. Find out if they’re the right choice for your home – and how to buy the best
By Sarah Warwick •
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Real home: a light and airy kitchen extension
A wraparound extension and interior overhaul gave Stuart and Matt a light and airy kitchen that’s perfect for entertaining
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Pros and cons of being your own project manager
Planning a project and looking to reduce costs? Being your own project manager could save you money, but it is worth it? Let's find out...
By Amelia Smith •
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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 terraced home transformed with a loft and rear extension
Along with a team of architects, Matt Jones transformed his house into a bright and open modern home
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Real home: a striking 1970s bungalow that mixes vintage and modern
Interior designer Jojo Humes Brown used all her skills to bring a dramatic edge to her renovated home
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Terraced house design: 11 ideas to transform a Victorian property
These terraced house design ideas offer flexibility and variety. Get an idea of what can be achieved with our pick of amazing transformations
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Real home: a striking modern kitchen extension on Georgian home
Teresa and Matt Shaw blended classic style with contemporary architecture in a stunning addition to their period home
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Extending for under £50,000: 13 top tips for budgeting your home extension
Looking at extending for under £50,000? Making your house bigger needn’t cost the earth. Follow our tips on how to add a £50K extension, and take inspiration from these cost-effective projects
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Week by week extension planner
Our handy week by week extension planner is an essential step by step checklist that will ensure your project runs smoothly
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Building an annexe: planning and designing an annexe to extend your living space
If you're building an annexe to gain extra rooms to better use your outdoor space and enhance your lifestyle, this guide is all you need. Renovation experts Michael Holmes and Jason Orme explain the rules for creating an annexe
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Party wall agreements explained
Party wall agreements are an element of extending and renovating you might need to know about. Confused by the legalities? Expert property renovator Michael Holmes explains what is involved and the rules of the Party Wall Act
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John Lewis to launch home extension services
Our high street favourite acquires home improvement firm Opun in preparation for rolling out a full extensions' service
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Real home: a bright and colourful extended Edwardian semi
With clever planning and a kitchen diner extension, Laura and Ed Gray’s three-storey home has adapted to every phase of their lives
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Planning applications are more likely to be rejected down South than up North
Home renovators in the South are finding that their planning applications are less likely to be passed than those in the North
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Bigger house extensions to be allowed without planning permission, but only in England
Relaxed planning laws to become permanent: home owners can build larger extensions without planning consent
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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
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These are the things YOU need to be doing to get your builder to do a cracking job
There are some very simple things you can do to get the best out of your builder – and avoid conflict when having work done on your house – but most of homeowners don't bother
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How to build a timber frame extension
Timber frame extensions are quick to assemble, cost-effective and energy efficient, and offer a huge range of design possibilities. Here's what you need to know...
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