Extensions
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Extensions
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I spent five years renovating my home, but now I'm going to extend again — this is how I'm planning to turn our three bed semi into a five-bed home for life
Rather than move house, my husband and I have decided to extend again
By Natasha Brinsmead
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We’ve been house-hunting for 4 years with no luck
So this is what we’re going to do to make our current home work better for our family
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Kitchen extensions made easy
From start to finish, this is how to turn a small, cramped kitchen into the hub of your home
By Sarah Handley
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These 7 design tricks will make a small kitchen extension feel bigger
But experts warn there are some you should definitely avoid
By Sarah Handley
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4 things I wish had been done differently in my kitchen extension
This is how I've managed to make them work
By Sarah Handley
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This is how much a garden room costs
Plus the one thing experts say you should never scrimp on to reduce the cost
By Sarah Handley
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I’m a renovation expert – these are the 6 bungalow extension mistakes I’d never make
I'd side-step these design errors when adding extra space to a single-storey home
By Sarah Handley
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What’s the cheapest way to build a granny flat?
I asked the experts for the best route for tight budgets
By Sarah Warwick
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What's the difference between an annexe and extension?
This is how the two options for additional space compare
By Sarah Warwick
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This is the weekly extension planner I'd follow if I was adding space to my home
What to expect week-by-week and the factors that can knock your build off schedule
By Sarah Handley
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Debating between uPVC and timber for your porch?
I asked the experts what the real difference is, and if one is actually better than the other
By Amy Reeves
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How much does a porch cost?
Experts reveal a price break down to help you plan your budget
By Sarah Handley
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How to add a porch
From design options to costs and whether you can DIY, this is what you need to know
By Amy Reeves
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Does a conservatory need foundations?
Experts say they do and this is how much they could cost
By Rebecca Foster
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I wasted £3,000 trying to make my old conservatory usable
This is what I wish I'd done instead
By Sarah Handley
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How to create a garden room
Create a garden room that complements your home perfectly with this advice from the pros
By Sarah Handley
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How to heat a conservatory
7 practical options to consider for year-round comfort
By Amy Reeves
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What’s the difference between a conservatory and a garden room?
More than you might think, say the pros
By Amy Reeves
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How to add a conservatory and make the most of the additional space
These pros share their top tips
By Sarah Handley
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Will a conservatory add value to your home and how can you maximise it?
This is what the pros say
By Amy Reeves
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Is it cheaper to build an extension or a conservatory?
One is usually cheaper, but it turns out that's not always the case
By Amy Reeves
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Is it a huge mistake to sacrifice part of your garden for an extension?
I asked the pros for their take
By Sarah Handley
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How to choose the right conservatory
Experts reveal the 10 key decisions you’ll need to make
By Sarah Handley
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Is your conservatory letting your house down? Here's how to modernise it
Get an instant upgrade
By Natasha Brinsmead
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What’s the difference between conservatories and orangeries?
Experts break down the key variations you should know
By Sarah Warwick
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How much does a conservatory cost?
These are the average prices and the factors that affect them, according to the pros
By Sarah Handley
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Planning a kitchen extension? Avoid project overwhelm by following these 11 straightforward steps
If you're dreaming of a bigger kitchen, follow our guide
By Sarah Handley


