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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Real home: this kitchen extension is packed with colour
Hilary Satchwell and Richard Robinson used an awkward side return to create a bright, multifunctional kitchen-diner
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Real home: this extended bungalow has monochrome Mid-century flair
Claire and Paul Franklin’s stripped-back palette of black, white and timber offers a masterclass in owning your interior style
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Real home: this Mid-century renovation has '50s flair
Vintage interiors aficionados Emma and Karim yearned for a mid-century house, which they found in this Essex renovation project – now their unique new home
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Real home: this open-plan extension creates the perfect indoor outdoor space
Heather and Jim Stewart unified their house and garden with an open-plan kitchen diner
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Real home: a stylish kitchen extension with an industrial edge
A striking display wall and full-height glazing makes Veerusha Diah and Yogesh Bhoola’s extension a modern space to hang out – with essential garden connection
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Is your loft suitable for conversion? There are two easy ways to find out...
If you need more space then watch this week's Real Homes Show to find out when it's really worth converting your loft
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Real home: this Victorian home makeover has style and substance
Georgia and Matt’s extended period home shows that design flair and practicality can go hand in hand
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Did you know we've got our own TV show? Watch now for loads of great ideas for your home
On this week's Real Homes Show we've got a simple guide to planning rules, bathroom trends and top stain removers
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Bathroom case study: monochrome scheme with statement flooring
If you're designing a bathroom, take inspiration from Lisa and Llwyd's monochrome bathroom, complete with a unique statement floor
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Real home: a bright extension doubles the size of this family kitchen
For Gillian and John, extending their kitchen space brought storage solutions and a colourful place to relax
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Real home: an extension transforms this Dublin period terrace
By combining old and new, Darran Heaney and Eoin Callaghan have ticked all the boxes to create their ideal home
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Real home: an extended ground floor flat with an on-trend blue kitchen
Rebecca and Ewan have capitalised on space and embraced open-plan living in their two-bedroom flat
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Thinking of extending your home? Watch our new-look TV show and see if it's really worth investing
Tune in to the Real Homes Show for part one of our Extensions Made Easy series, plus loads more ideas for your home
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Real home: an extended Victorian family home with French interior influences
Ludivine and Phil's Victorian house has expanded along with their family, and the muted palette makes for a chic space
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Real home: a modern kitchen extension with a bold minimalist style
Prue and Oner's modern kitchen extension combines her architectural eye with a love of pared-back interiors
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Real Home: a light and bright extension full of on-trend ideas
Step inside fashion stylist Lucy Alston's 1930s home, which celebrates beautiful-looking things
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5 things you really need to know about converting your garage
Need more space? Converting your garage could be the cheapest solution. Here's how to avoid the common design pitfalls
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Real home: a glazed kitchen-diner extension with a designer look
DIY-savvy renovators Richard and Clare Hemingway got the most out of their budget to extend and create their glamorous kitchen-diner
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Christmas house: a Victorian renovation with a modern festive twist
Lucy and Dan's extended Victorian home sees them through dinner parties, family living and a fair few Christmas gatherings
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These are the 5 things you NEED to know before extending (you can thank us later)
Watch the new-look Real Homes Show for advice on nailing your dream extension, plus win £1,000 of stylish radiators
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Real home: an open-plan extended terrace with a relaxed Australian touch
Lily and Col Pickard's Victorian home is the perfect canvas for Aussie-style laid-back living
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Real home: a colourful and creative Victorian house
This personality-packed home is filled with eye-catching walls, cool DIY ideas and decorating schemes you'll love to try
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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: 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...
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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