<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Transformations ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ ‘We got a stylish new-look kitchen for less by repurposing our old units' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/we-got-a-stylish-new-look-kitchen-for-less-by-repurposing-our-old-units 2BdRDfuXFRR4quKTChMHVF Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ ‘The dated pine panelling just had to go! It looks like a completely different bathroom now' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/bathroom-layout-transformed-from-dated-pine-panelling-to-stylish-art-deco CdBdAmngYHqGamGbzbJrLT Sun, 13 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:44:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Our new bathroom is full of little details that make life just that little bit nicer' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/monochrome-moorish-inspired-bathroom-tour D3fNQKgxPsQZrVJJApPjAP Sat, 17 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ From scruffy concrete slabs to stunning sunken garden, this transformation brings the 'wow' factor to this outside space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/berkshire-back-garden-bef-re-and-after-sunken-seating 6Z25kTpLVjR4ThimJ8HJsF Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ An upside-down floor plan turned this tiny commercial property into a bright and stylish home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/tiny-commercial-property-renovation-upside-down-floor-plan oeazLvQKLaUxjErbVm84Xi Tue, 02 Jul 2024 11:00:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We created a colourful kitchen that’s perfect for entertaining' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/narrow-low-kitchen-transformed-with-colourful-extension 5k8LrAEBmxUfPoJHfxhTNa Sat, 25 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Our 12th-century barn is now a stunning home for modern family life' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/12th-century-grade-2-listed-barn-conversion-lincolnshire Fm4Ake2Jn5326KJmcCFrVj Sat, 23 Mar 2024 16:00:22 +0000 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:12:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We couldn’t afford to size up our home in London, so we made the move to the coast and we love it!' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/folkestone-victorian-semi-detached-house-dark-colour-scheme X73BuE4GkPBtzztRye7piK Sat, 02 Mar 2024 14:00:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ Small yet spacious, light and bright - this renovation ticks all the boxes ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/victorian-semi-detached-maisonette-apartment-in-south-london QoBSvzgzwNQx3S5MrwdgNT Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:40:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ Smart, stylish and futureproofed, this energy-efficient bungalow is a masterclass in clever design ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/before-after-energy-efficient-contemporary-bungalow iGmQrdTg3CkCFgXgPjrKjC Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:00:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ Extending into the garage gave this homeowner an extra bedroom, en-suite and luxury dressing room ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/before-after-garage-extension-bedroom-and-dressing-room g56HzhKVQVauMLwdnGjhjT Sun, 21 Jan 2024 15:00:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Grade II listed Georgian home has been pulled into the modern day with a stunning renovation ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/before-after-grade-ii-listed-georgian-home-renovation-north-yorkshire F3FmQxXdyrCiDBPXWrtv6c Mon, 08 Jan 2024 18:00:51 +0000 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:40:14 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Extending into the side return has helped create a spacious, new kitchen diner' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/before-after-battersea-terraced-house-extending-into-side-return rjBeVShhvprWTKwxzM5Zbh Mon, 06 Nov 2023 15:00:20 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'My design changed three times to reflect how we wanted to live in and use the garden' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/garden-shed-transformation-into-entertaining-and-relaxing-space sc4hmz82mKsUuKzQVs4grV Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We extended our listed building and the result is transformative' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/contemporary-extension-on-period-bungalow-edinburgh 3ayvRHFn9iXdnhoU9omzge Sun, 03 Sep 2023 14:00:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Out with the old, in with the new' - demolishing an old extension was key to this stunning home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/demolished-old-extension-home-ealing-home-renovation p4baor6gLG9cMBr3fwZM8X Sat, 02 Sep 2023 14:00:27 +0000 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 20:04:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ ‘We didn't have a large pot of money – doing most of the jobs ourselves has helped hugely’ ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/before-after-1920s-three-bedroom-detached-house-reading rbHLSB3extSDBqd9cPvE7E Sun, 27 Aug 2023 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ ‘The kitchen feels really sociable now, being in the middle of the house’ ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/1930s-manchester-townhouse-renovation UiAMQQjTY8HXq8cmCvwnue Sun, 20 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Having an interior designer fast-tracked many things. It was like having a big sister to help.' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/cheshire-victorian-villa-house-tour t6WZRVmCpdqCBgfxkdt6yK Sun, 30 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Deciding on a bigger extension didn't cost that much more, but it's made such a difference' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/telford-home-extension-project gHni8ERhbCAtcy2mJiLofN Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We built a smart new loft conversion for more space' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/we-built-a-loft-conversion-for-more-space sEYe223WfYPfZXMe74UkpM Sun, 18 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Extending into the side return has transformed this tired Victorian terrace' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/victorian-terrace-side-return-extension-transformation rCFFfzq2xv2zizHvbTaZ9 Sun, 28 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:13:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We designed a sustainable, future-proofed family home' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/guildford-sustainable-future-proofed-transformation DdSwHhBCJLVExC5DRnzRUD Sun, 21 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ By rebuilding an extension, this stunning home is now filled with light ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/1960s-buckinghamshire-family-house-extension y4DpKNxCEhUqtBBZNb5jPM Thu, 30 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Demolishing an old conservatory was the key to this family home extension ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/family-home-conservatory-extension Nte6TzA2ebXVBjQpkiJtzU Sun, 12 Feb 2023 13:00:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ A simple extension transformed this home from dark and cramped to light and bright ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/simple-extension-light-and-bright-east-london-house-transformation NP4gQ5L47VMtzPUWFr9kpH Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:00:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how a two-storey extension has transformed this Victorian terrace ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/chiswick-two-storey-extension-victorian-terrace-transformation s4qU6X4TNBgguC2NMwQpbe Fri, 20 Jan 2023 16:00:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ This modern terraced extension is a prime example of how to update a classic design successfully ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/sympathetic-but-contemporary-terraced-extension-project 5jPNo7RX4Shd9JsCCUUhma Sat, 26 Nov 2022 07:00:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ A derelict house bought for £1 has been transformed into a beautiful retreat ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/before-after-pound1-house-transformation-regeneration YsrinY3u2EEghfeprCaaPP Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:21:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how this flat roof extension has maxed this property's space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/flat-roof-extension-south-east-london-property 3JRacFNkS8TA8V4vQmZeaE Sat, 17 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Starting from scratch gave these homeowners their dream eco-conscious home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/starting-from-scratch-eco-conscious-home-passivhaus CnoGJLKw4W3s6bP4zGv4WG Sun, 04 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:21:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ Adding more space in all directions has transformed this 1930's detached house ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/1930s-detached-house-rear-extension-adding-more-space HAJDLS2vMwDN65xXD79kkW Sat, 20 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dropping the floor level in this house has added both space and light ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/dropping-the-floor-level-victorian-house-south-london b2YjKYrHnQ8M72XijGo5Hk Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This small home is a masterclass in using broken plan kitchen design to add space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/broken-plan-kitchen-design-small-home-renovation sRMP3aWAZympqLNuzbdhDd Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:31:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ This old farm silo has been converted into a lovely holiday home – see inside ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/coverted-silo-holiday-home-wales-310942 NzSiuzQYaGQcpYCw5HiDXn Sun, 15 May 2022 05:35:32 +0000 Fri, 20 May 2022 05:35:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ Discover how extending out and into the side return has filled this new kitchen diner with light ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/extending-out-and-into-the-side-return-kitchen-diner-project-309085 NEZpiPFzqCwTRTHFXUed8e Thu, 05 May 2022 09:18:10 +0000 Wed, 25 May 2022 10:51:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ Extending out and up created a stunning new kitchen for this family home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/extending-out-and-up-new-kitchen-edwardian-home-309043 BRPiJjEHhXPSncnrD5CJTF Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:53:07 +0000 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:47:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ This affordable design choice has transformed a small static caravan into a pink boutique retreat ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-static-caravan-makeover-with-pink-kitchen-308537 iNjX8445BNb6w5jkfnkiwT Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:46:45 +0000 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 05:09:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how a glazed wraparound extension adds space and light to this semi-detached basement ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/semi-detached-basement-wraparound-extension-308355 FhETn4a7jsyJAMcesahhKN Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:25:25 +0000 Wed, 25 May 2022 10:44:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Step inside this remodelled 1960s family home that blends oodles of style with creature comforts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/remodelled-1960s-family-home-306011 fvJyBvstywMi6UDHEnm6zn Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:34:26 +0000 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 03:24:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ DIY-er brings the pub to his own backyard in a tiki-inspired garden shed project that cost £802 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/tiki-inspired-garden-pub-project-303013 pZ8CPLDyDM6SnGnKDBBvsB Sat, 26 Feb 2022 12:23:23 +0000 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 05:24:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ Tour this terraced London home: transformed by a clever extension ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/terraced-london-home-transformed-by-clever-extension-301875 EpC9nESu22AFWNVPhYojM3 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:17:06 +0000 Wed, 25 May 2022 11:01:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how this Victorian terraced house has been transformed with a modern kitchen extension ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/victorian-terraced-house-transformed-with-kitchen-extension-flat-roof-glazing-301445 zBD5RcFWBwkTbc35m2efKh Sat, 12 Feb 2022 11:32:24 +0000 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:46:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how a clever extension transformed two flats into one family home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/clever-extension-with-wrap-around-outdoor-staircase-297886 RCgioPLcwoZmvhxDVYsDd7 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 07:51:29 +0000 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:08:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how this couple brought a period property back to life using a cheerful monochrome palette ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/victorian-period-property-monochrome-palette-interior-289349 cie8pyc52JBtQDmTA4mccD Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:45:33 +0000 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 13:29:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ Brilliant or bonkers? Lime green colour-banding from Changing Rooms ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/changing-rooms-lime-green-colour-banding-287438 YkNgW2vSSyTZAiDM4zmzte Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:45:30 +0000 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:41:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ Bonkers or brilliant? IH's verdict on that divisive Changing Rooms splattered blue wall ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/changing-rooms-splattered-blue-wall-286980 yHEdbyN9eioRW4RfdpVPrg Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:50:26 +0000 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:55:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ A discreet steamroom adds spa-style luxury to this attic bathroom makeover ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/ensuite-attic-bathroom-makeover-spa-style-285154 oTteuAXowKNu27fgv7s5UN Fri, 20 Aug 2021 08:24:50 +0000 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 08:38:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ The new Changing Rooms series with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen starts tonight on Channel 4 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/changing-rooms-returns-2021-256420 PSUzNijaQFsQqUZZrGEZjH Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:21:24 +0000 Fri, 03 Jun 2022 19:21:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ This old white van has been transformed into a dreamy bohemian home on wheels ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-white-van-makeover-bohemian-interior-283716 WRmaCmzBWS6AeChbxwwWe9 Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:42:17 +0000 Mon, 06 Jun 2022 06:14:28 +0000