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Bigger extensions could be allowed under permitted development rights
A government consultation will look at whether planning rules should be eased to allow bigger extensions as well as changes to the rules on loft conversions and roof extensions
Kitchen extensions: Our expert guide to planning, building regs, design and more
A kitchen extension can turn a pokey cooking space into a large, open plan space the whole family can enjoy. From budgeting, planning and building regs, here's what you need to know.
20 ways to reduce the cost of your extension in 2025
Don't let the rising cost of living stand in the way of your dream extension. Armed with our expert tips, you can add space to your home without blowing the budget or sacrificing on quality
Discover this contemporary extension on a traditional stone cottage built for under £500k
"Made of Sand" gained an award for its two-storey extension due to its "warmth and craftsmanship" as well as "massively reducing heat loss" in the stone cottage
Expand your living space with Self-Build Zone: Home extensions, cost estimates, and open plan living
Need more space? Here, Self-Build Zone discusses the benefits of open-plan living and the costs you need to consider for a successful home expansion project
We asked architects for the best ways to add a semi-detached house extension
Wondering how to extend your semi-detached house? We asked a range of architects for their views on the best ways to approach this common project
Can you extend on a sloping site? Absolutely! Our expert explains how
Building an extension on sloping land can present many issues — but it can also be considered an opportunity as much as an obstruction, as chartered surveyor Ian Rock explains
Should you project manage your extension or leave it to the experts?
What's involved with project managing an extension and is this a job you should consider taking on yourself? We explain what's involved and the pros and cons of this route
