It can be difficult to know where to start when planning a loft conversion. From deciding whether to go for a dormer, mansard or rooflight conversion, to figuring out planning permission and hiring a ...

If you’re thinking about extending your living space, chances are your eyes are looking to the skies – and weighing up the benefits of converting your loft. As well as creating an additional bedroom ...

Turning the wasted area in your attic into a habitable room (or two) is one of the best ways to add space and value – but there are some loft conversion mistakes that could ruin all your efforts.

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Living cheek by jowl with the nearest and dearest for weeks on end will leave most of us wishing for one thing: more space. This might be the time to plan your loft extension. You could go for a ...

The reason for needing more space often defines whether you extend up or out? But if you're looking to add value, which one ...

It can be a cheap and relatively painless way to add space to your home, says Caroline Allen, but before you raise the roof, read our check list. One of OC Architects’ projects which incorporated a ...

Homeowners in Esher are increasingly seeking ways to make the most of their existing properties without the expense or disruption of moving. One of the most ...

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