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A quick guide to building the ultimate energy-efficient extension

Home extensions have long been the go-to solution for homeowners looking to upgrade their homes. But now, with the addition of energy-efficient systems, your home extension can not only help expand the floor space in your home but can also help increase your savings! Not sure where to start? Here’s a quick guide to help […]

5 easy ways to make your loft conversion energy efficient

Loft conversions are quickly becoming the most popular type of home extension project in Britain, and it is easy to see why. Quick to construct, cost-effective, and extremely versatile in terms of their design and function, loft conversions allow homeowners to make incredible new spaces from previously-awkward loft corners. Best of all? They can drastically […]

Key considerations when building a functional home office space

Home offices aren’t just for pandemics. They had been around for centuries – read any Victorian novel. And ask anyone in the gig economy, and they will tell you they were the OGs of the modern home office phenomena. During Covid, almost everyone needed a workstation at home. The couch and the bed proved perilously […]

Benefits of a double-storey extension

Moving is getting costlier, but you are outgrowing your Victorian home. What should you do? Let’s all thank extensions. With the average house price in London at £500,000+, not many are betting on upsizing. Yet, it doesn’t have to stop you from freeing up space in your home to make more room for the family […]

Natural ventilation and why it is important for your living space

Like lungs need air to breathe, homes need ventilation to keep the air cleaner inside. Ventilation works by bringing in fresh air from the outside and removing stale air and moisture from the inside. Fresh air dilutes moisture, odour, gases, dust, and other air pollutants. Indoor air quality matters to our well-being, especially as we […]

5 reasons why a side return extension may be exactly what your home needs

Home extensions are quickly becoming the favourite form of a home improvement project for most homeowners; and no wonder. They allow you to expand, design, and create wonderful additions to your home, without the hassle of moving houses. But not all homeowners have the space for an extension. This is what makes side return extensions […]

Top tips for keeping your loft conversion cool this summer

You finally have the loft conversion you dreamed of, and it’s perfect. But it’s summer now, and the once-coveted space of quiet and privacy is quickly turning into a hot and stuffy room you wish to avoid. This need not be the case. A few simple tricks and measures will ensure that your loft remains […]

Top 10 mistakes homeowners make while remodelling their 1960s home

Renovating your Victorian home can be an exciting opportunity to transform it into a modern living space for your family to enjoy. But there are common mistakes that homeowners often make during the remodelling process. In this blog, we’ll highlight the top 10 mistakes to avoid helping you ensure a successful renovation that adds value […]

How long does a loft conversion take?

Loft conversions are undisputedly one of the best ways to upsize and upgrade your home. They offer tremendous potential in adding space, style, and comfort to your home; without requiring an expensive or inconvenient move, all while retaining the valuable garden space. With so much to look forward to, it is easy to understand the […]