Transformations
These are not just any projects – our home transformations show how a property can be changed entirely by extending and converting, cladding and rendering, changing the roof and reworking the layout
Transformations
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Small yet spacious, light and bright - this renovation ticks all the boxes
A clever redesign has transformed this cramped kitchen into a flexible multipurpose open-plan space, packed with natural light and storage
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Smart, stylish and futureproofed, this energy-efficient bungalow is a masterclass in clever design
Dated and draughty, a complete renovation has given this compact home and much-needed update
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Extending into the garage gave this homeowner an extra bedroom, en-suite and luxury dressing room
‘I saw a dressing room on Instagram which I used for inspiration’
By Laurie Davidson
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This Grade II listed Georgian home has been pulled into the modern day with a stunning renovation
'We need to apply for permission to change anything – even to drill a hole'
By Alison Lovett
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'Extending into the side return has helped create a spacious, new kitchen diner'
We asked an architect how extending into the side return and out the rear of this Victorian terraced house has revolutionised the interior layout
By Ginevra Benedetti
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A bare plot was transformed by this exprienced gardener who got hands on to produce a dream garden on a budget
This experienced gardener switched the shed around to create a space perfect for entertaining, relaxing and attracting wildlife
By Maxine Brady
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'We extended our listed building and the result is transformative'
A smart, contemporary extension on this period bungalow was accepted as a sympathetic addition by planners and the finished result is breathtaking
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Demolishing an old extension was key to this stunning home
By choosing to demolish some old extensions in favour of building a brand new one, the owners have completely transformed their home
By Ginevra Benedetti
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This 1920s house has had a stunning makeover inside and out, with the hands-on homeowners tackling most of it themselves
These hands-on homeowners achieved stunning results when renovating their home and garden – with a little help from family and friends
By Alison Jones
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Explore this transformed Cheshire-based Victorian villa
A professional cook called in an expert when restoring her Victorian villa to glory – with a stunning kitchen at its heart
By Claire Bingham
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A young couple have renovated a period apartment to create a vibrant and unique escape by the sea
This couple added some French chic to their Victorian apartment by the English seaside
By Juliet Benning
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'Deciding on a bigger extension didn't cost that much more, but it's made such a difference'
Replacing a conservatory that was freezing in winter and boiling in summer with an extension has created the perfect family space
By Alison Jones
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'We built a smart new loft conversion for more space'
We asked an architect how building a stylish new loft conversion for more space has added an extra two bedrooms and a bathroom with stunning views
By Ginevra Benedetti
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‘We had three walls and no ceiling – people on the bus could see into our house from the top deck!’
An ambitious double-height extension has trebled the size of this small bungalow, turning it into the perfect family space and a forever home
By Karen Wilson
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'Extending into the side return has transformed this tired Victorian terrace'
We asked an architect how extending into the side return has revamped this cramped home to create a spacious new kitchen diner
By Ginevra Benedetti
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'We designed a sustainable, future-proofed family home'
We asked an architect how remodelling and extending this property has helped create a spacious and thermally efficient home for the future
By Ginevra Benedetti
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By rebuilding an extension, this stunning home is now filled with light
As a result of demolishing and rebuilding an extension, this property now is a bright, light-filled home, complete with mezzanine
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Demolishing an old conservatory was the key to this family home extension
By demolishing a conservatory and rebuilding an extension, this disjointed property transformed into a cohesive space
By Ginevra Benedetti
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See how a two-storey extension has transformed this Victorian terrace
Adding a two-storey extension and rebuilding the back of this Victorian terrace has unlocked the property’s potential
By Ginevra Benedetti
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This modern terraced extension is a prime example of how to update a classic design successfully
By adding this contemporary terraced extension, these homeowners have updated the original design with a sympathetic new look
By Ginevra Benedetti
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This one simple change can transform any room instantly – and costs as little as £10!
Would you like to make your living room feel cosier and more ambient? While there are many ways in which to do so, none are as cheap or effective as changing the light bulbs.
By Tamara Kelly
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See how bespoke cladding on this smart extension provides the perfect finishing touch
This open plan extension covered in bespoke cladding is the perfect example of form and beauty combined
By Ginevra Benedetti
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A derelict house bought for £1 has been transformed into a beautiful retreat
Two years of hard graft and £60,000 later, you won’t believe how this house looks now
By Laurie Davidson
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See how this flat roof extension has maxed this property's space
These clever homeowners installed a flat roof extension with wraparound glazing in order to maximise their space
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Starting from scratch gave these homeowners their dream eco-conscious home
These homeowners scrapped their renovation plans to build their dream eco-conscious home instead, creating a flexible family living space
By Ifeoluwa Adedeji
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Adding more space in all directions has transformed this 1930's detached house
See how adding more space via an extension on the rear of this 90 year old property, has futureproofed it for years to come
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Dropping the floor level in this house has added both space and light
See how dropping the floor level in this property has transformed a once dark and dingy room into a light and bright space
By Ginevra Benedetti