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What to consider before building a garage addition: Experts weigh in
From costs, to permits, to purpose, here's what you'll need to consider before you plan a garage addition, according to experts
By Terri Williams Last updated
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Garage conversion ideas: 21 ways to combine style and function
Be inspired by these practical garage conversion ideas and real-life projects that will enhance your space – achieve something special without the need to extend
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Loft conversion ideas – 25 ways to design your loft conversion
A loft conversion is a clever way to transform your attic into practical space – let these loft conversion ideas be inspiration to your design
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Real home: 7 reno tips we've learned from this colourful bungalow extension
Including how to bend the design rules…
By Ellen Finch Published
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Sunroom costs – the average price to add a sunroom to your home in 2022
Is their price per square-footage worth it? And, do average sunroom costs work out cheaper than a home addition?
By Carol J. Alexander Last updated
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Basement conversions: how to create extra living space for your home
A basement conversion can boost the size of your home whether you excavate to create it, or remodel to turn an existing one into usable space.
By Lucy Searle Last updated
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Before and after: A dated conservatory turned industrial-style kitchen extension
This bold and bright kitchen has us green with envy…
By Ifeoluwa Adedeji Published
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Real home: a bold and daring kitchen extension that's perfect for socialising
From a teal kitchen to terrazzo worktops, we're deeply in love with this extended space
By Amelia Smith Last updated
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Real home: 6 reno lessons we've learned from this colourful extended flat
From saving money to worthwhile compromises, we're taking note…
By Karen Wilson Published
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Real Home: 9 dark and moody design tips to copy from an extended Edwardian semi
Looking for inspiration for a bold and daring scheme? This incredible house tour is for you
By Karen Wilson Published
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Real home: Glazed side extension creates the perfect garden link
Louise Potter and husband Sean's extension has transformed their Victorian house, now a showcase for their collection of art, vintage finds and Scandinavian pieces
By Laurie Davidson Published
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Loft conversions with dormers: a complete guide
A larger home without moving? It can be yours with a dormer loft conversion
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Saving daylight: how to make sure your extension or loft conversion gets enough sunlight
You’re adding space but have you made sure you won’t be losing light? Find out how to plan natural light into your extension or loft conversion project
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5 reasons to plan your loft conversion now
There are plenty of good reasons to start planning your loft conversion now – here are some of our favourites
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Real home: this loft conversion created a super master suite with Scandi style
Polly and Oli Geal converted their loft to make a Scandi-infleuenced master suite full of light,texture and subtle colour
By Stephanie Smith Last updated
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NEW Real Homes Show: loft conversions, kids' bedrooms and growing herbs
Watch this week's Real Homes Show for our fave loft conversion projects, amazing paint ideas and easy gardening tips...
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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How to maximise space in your loft conversion
The time and investment of adding a loft conversion is well worth it, as long as you plan how to make the most of the space
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Real home: a fun and colourful loft conversion
Lucy and Jack Williamson extended their flat into the loft to create a quirky family home
By Ellen Finch Last updated
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Real home: a loft conversion transforms two-bed terrace
By adding a loft conversion and swapping the kitchen and diner around, Amanda and Jess Cotton have maximised the potential of a dilapidated two-bedroom terraced house
By Karen Wilson Last updated
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Give your extension the best start in life
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Real home: this bold and bright extended home is a masterclass in colour
Geri and Andrew’s home is packed with pattern, colour and plenty of personality.
By Ellen Finch Published
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Real home: Wraparound extension turns too-small family home into dream space
When Kier and Paul Rhodes outgrew their old house, they found the answer lay in improving rather than moving
By Heather Dixon Published
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30 common extension mistakes, the dos and don'ts according to experts
Get the extension you’ve dreamed of – on time and on budget with advice from industry professionals.
By Jason Orme Published
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Real home: An impressive extension opens up this Victorian home
Artist Kitty McCurdy and husband Kieran have created a dream home from a dated period property
By Marisha Taylor Published
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What’s the difference between conservatories and orangeries?
Wondering about the difference between conservatories and orangeries? Get the lowdown so you can make the right choice for your home.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Real home: this extended 1920s house is full of bold and budget-savvy ideas
Over the past five years, Claire Burres and husband Brad Ellis have turned a dated house into a stylish family home
By Maxine Brady Published
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Why it really pays off to bring a structural engineer on board
There are endless benefits to making a structural engineer part of your home renovation project from the start. This is how to bring one on board.
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From rural barn to a family home
An 18th-century agricultural barn has been lovingly converted to create a charming family home
By Charlotte Metcalf Last updated
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Bump-out additions: How to get more room without the expense of a full addition
If you're thinking about a small home addition or extending a room by just a few feet, a bump out addition can be a great alternative to a full add on, and save you thousands in the process.
By Carol J. Alexander Published