February 2018 – Home&Build Blog

Your garden building – too much red tape?

Exteriors, General

They really are all the rage these days – garden buildings. Whether we call them garden offices, granny annexes, man caves or craft rooms, those buildings in your garden are the perfect way to add space to your home and...
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Couple’s dream Georgian home becomes star of the show

Case Studies, General

When Duncan and Susan Marshall decided to knock down their bungalow and replace it with a grand Georgian style house, their ambitious plans caught the eye of the team behind Channel Four’s ‘Building the Dream’. Presenter and architect Charlie Luxton...
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Conservatory or extension? Are our tastes changing?

General, Home extension, Windows, Doors & Conservatories

When it comes to adding space to our homes, a conservatory has always been seen as the easier and cheaper way to achieve additional usable space. However, in recent years, the popularity of the conservatory has fallen away and homeowners...
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How to convert your garage into a home office

Garage conversion, General

If you’re struggling to find space to work from home, we’ve got the perfect solution. Why not clear the clutter out of your garage and convert it into a home office? Here’s how to do it… Plan ahead You shouldn’t...
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Teamwork transforms 1930s bungalow in twenty weeks

Case Studies, General

Set in the leafy outskirts of Worthing, 57 Lawrence Avenue was a derelict 1930s bungalow when investor Steve Gardner and developers Glen and Ben of GB Developments spotted its potential. Just twenty weeks after receiving planning permission, the property had...
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How to grow a romantic garden

Exteriors, General

From the days of ancient Greece, roses have been used to express love and passion. However, there are plenty of equally beautiful flowers, plants and garden decorations you can use to create a dreamy atmosphere. Read on to discover how...
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