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32 open plan kitchen ideas to help you design the perfect space

Looking for some open plan kitchen ideas? Our ultimate guide will take you through all you need know...

By Sarah Warwick • Last updated 14 July 22

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How to add value to your home – in 20 ways

If you're thinking about how to add value to your home, and perhaps add more space too, then we have solutions, advice and ideas for both. They're all cheaper than moving – so, check out our guide...

By Melanie Clear • Last updated 15 July 22

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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

By Beth Murton • Last updated 10 August 20

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Real kitchen: a remodel makes way for an open-plan kitchen diner

Rachel and James Turford reveal how they achieved the light and airy space they'd been craving

By Caroline Foster • Published 2 September 19

terraced house design: open plan living room in terraced house image by nathalie priem

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

By Lucy Searle • Last updated 26 August 20

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10 traditional open plan room design ideas

If you love period properties and open plan living, be inspired to live life to the full – these homes offer the best of both worlds

By Emily Shaw • Last updated 13 January 20

Real home: a redesigned power station penthouse

Danielle Kingdon and Russell Dawkins gutted their top-floor flat in a converted power station to create a more practical layout for accessible living

By Anna Cottrell • Published 6 February 19

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 Karen Wilson • Published 7 January 19

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 • Published 4 January 19

Real home: a colourful Edwardian house renovation

By tackling the project herself, Serena Hunt successfully applied her unique style to a once-run-down Edwardian property

By Beth Murton • Published 4 January 19

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How to create good flow in your open plan layout

The secret to an open plan house design that's practical and efficient is careful planning. Here's how to create good flow in your open plan layout

By Hebe Hatton • Published 3 January 19

Real home: a modern extension to a Victorian terraced home

Clarisse and Karim Mallem have created a contemporary family living area, increasing the light and space in their London ground-floor flat with an extension

By Sally Smith • Published 3 January 19