Katie Corcoran

Katie Corcoran

Katie is an experienced journalist, with nearly two decades of experience. She previously worked as a digital editor at womanmagazine.co.uk. She has renovated two houses including a 200-year-old cottage and a 1950s semi, taking a hands-on approach to the work. She also runs her own photography and design company.

Latest articles by Katie Corcoran

exterior of eco home with timber cladding, brick and a dormer extension

Keen to include ways to build an eco home in your project? Try these 9 expert-recommended methods

By Sarah Harley last updated

From insulation and structure through to energy and materials, we explore the best ways to build an eco home and how to decide which ones are right for you

Eco Homes
Guest Bedroom Ideas - Sharps Bedroom

9 guest bedroom ideas for a space that works for both you and your guests

By Katie Corcoran last updated

These guest bedroom ideas will inspire you to turn a spare room into a wonderful, inviting bedroom that friends and family won’t want to leave

Bedroom
large wooden vaulted kitchen with expansive island in centre

30 kitchen island ideas to inspire your new cooking space

By Hugh Metcalf, Katie Corcoran, Sarah Harley last updated

Look to these kitchen island ideas for design inspiration. From small to large we’ve got islands to suit every home

Kitchen
oak frame side extensions to rendered cottage

13 side extension ideas to maximise living space and add kerb appeal

By Amy Reeves last updated

These side extension ideas will inspire a new design for your existing home — from ideas for semi-detached properties and terraces to listed buildings and bungalows

Extension
modern kitchen ideas from harvey jones

Modern Kitchen Ideas: 22 Real Spaces to Inspire Your Project

By Hugh Metcalf, Katie Corcoran published

Looking for modern kitchen ideas for your self build or renovation project? We’ve got 22 of the best, cutting-edge designs to serve up inspiration

Renovation
L-shaped kitchen ideas by Wren kitchens

L-shaped Kitchen Ideas: 12 Designs That Maximise Space and Storage

By Katie Corcoran published

Be inspired by these L-shaped kitchen ideas that are perfect for anyone who wants a social kitchen with lots of storage and cooking space

Kitchen
Building in a Pandemic

7 Lessons You'll Learn When Building in a Pandemic

By Katie Corcoran published

There’s never been a harder time to think about building a house than during a global pandemic. Heed this advice from those who have been there and done it

Self Build