Home Improvement & House Extension Blog & News

Glass Extensions & Glass Kitchen Extensions

September 15, 2017

As people want to extend and maximise the light in their home, glass extensions are becoming more and more popular with Londoners. They are a striking, beautiful and contemporary way to create more space, while seamlessly linking the outdoors to the indoors. The addition of bifold doors can really open up your home to the garden and create a wonderful space for entertaining – just imagine summer BBQs where your guests can easily move between the garden and glass kitchen…

Top Tips for Planning an Extension

August 15, 2017

Moving in London has become a less attractive prospect as the years have gone by; a perfect mix of rising property prices, expensive moving fees and high stamp duty has led to a trend of improving not moving. If you need more space in your house then an extension might be just what you need. Here are our top tips for planning an extension in London. Type of extension One of the first things you need to think about is…

Flat Roof Extension

June 1, 2017

Flat roof extensions are one of the most common forms of home extensions in the UK. This is because they are generally easier to build, and the flat roof extension cost is cheaper than pitched roofs. Another reason a modern flat roof extension is popular is that they can give a more contemporary feel. However, there are some disadvantages to a flat roof extension, such as a high level of maintenance and it does limit the height of your new…

Where to go in London for unique furniture finds?

March 17, 2017

When embarking on a new extension, loft conversion, basement build or all three, you want to be able to fill your house with unique furnishings. London is full of independent shops, where you can find inexpensive treasures as well as budget-busting statement pieces. Below, we’ve listed our favourite places to find unique furniture in London. Aladdin’s Cave, St Johns, South East London Aladdin’s Cave is a warren of a shop, located on Loampit Hill in the South East London area…

5 ways to save money on a new kitchen

February 16, 2017

Undertaking a London kitchen extension is never an inexpensive prospect; while you may have spent months planning, and maybe even years dreaming of the perfect kitchen – sometimes it is necessary to tighten the budget; however, that does not mean you have to compromise too much on the dream. We take a look at the best things to save money on, and where to splash the cash, when planning your new kitchen. Planning A kitchen is an investment, so do…

2017 London house extension inspiration

January 12, 2017

The trend for ‘improve not move’ looks set to carry on into 2017. With the cost of moving and house prices continuing to rise, it makes sense for London families to expand their current properties rather than move to a new one. If you’re thinking of getting an extension on your house take a look at our videos for some extension inspiration. Highbury, North London – Rear Kitchen Extension This Victorian home in Highbury, North London, underwent an extensive renovation;…

Five flooring options for your extension

November 21, 2016

Extension Flooring If you are having an extension built, then what you plan on using the extra space for will influence the kind of flooring you choose. Whether you are building a kitchen, dining room, living room or all three in one open plan setting, here are some flooring ideas to get you inspired. Underfloor heating Underfloor heating is becoming more popular in the UK. Not only does it make your feet feel all warm and toasty, but it’s an…

Utility Room Extension Ideas

November 7, 2016

Utility room extensions are fast becoming seen as an essential part of modern living. A utility room extension has practical and serviceable spaces, and offer a place to hide some of the more unsightly household chores. After all, do you want your guests to see a pile of dirty laundry or your underwear hanging up to dry? No, you don’t. “With the increase in open-plan living, we’ve noticed customers prefer to create a defined separation between their kitchen and utility…

How to make your home extension energy efficient

November 4, 2016

When building an extension it pays to have the environment in mind. By making it energy efficient you can save money on your running costs and maybe even on your build. Here’s how to make your extension energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Insulation External wall insulation is one of most effective types of insulations you can have. It works by fixing a layer of insulation material to the wall, then covering it with a reinforcement and a special type of…

How has Brexit affected the home improvement market?

July 29, 2016

London has not only seen a property boom of late, it has also experienced an explosion in home improvement projects. Extensions have long since been a popular way for Londoners to increase space and create modern, family friendly spaces. However, with the UK voting in favour of Brexit, what does this mean for the home improvement industry in London? It’s still early days and though much has happened since the result was announced on 24th June, what will happen in…