I compromised on these 5 things when extending properties but quickly came to regret them. Don't make the same mistakes as me Extending a house usually comes with a list of must haves and a wish list. Here's the 'wish list' items I made the mistake of not understanding were really a 'must-have' Will selling your home with planning permission always bring in the big bucks, or does a 'sold as seen' approach sometimes reap more rewards? It's easy to assume planning permission adds value to your property at resale – but is this always true? We explore when it might be best to leave well alone Can you convert a loft with a low roof? Yes, says our build expert, providing you opt for one of these solutions Self-build expert Mark Stevenson talks through your options for converting a loft with a low roof to ensure you have adequate head height Latest about renovation Could sliding patio doors be the smooth, sleek glazing option you need for your home extension or renovation? By Seán O'Connell last updated 18 June 25 Offering abundant light, slender sightlines and ease of use, it’s not surprising sliding patio doors are a firm favourite. Here's how to choose the right ones Can you convert a loft with a low roof? Yes, says our build expert, providing you opt for one of these solutions By Mark Stevenson published 18 June 25 Self-build expert Mark Stevenson talks through your options for converting a loft with a low roof to ensure you have adequate head height Phil Spencer: Why your 'Instagrammable' home upgrades could be a costly blunder By Joseph Mullane published 11 June 25 TV property expert warns homeowners to ditch superficial makeovers for improvements that truly add value – and save cash Extension or conservatory? Make sure you take size, style, speed and spend into account to avoid making a costly mistake By Sarah Harley last updated 10 June 25 With the design and cost lines between extensions and conservatories more blurred than ever before, what's the best way to decide between them when you're adding space to your home? Over half of UK homeowners renovated in 2024 By Joseph Mullane published 3 June 25 The latest Houzz report shows home renovations are booming as homeowners invest more in upgrades, repairs and outdoor living Why this period home is in desperate need of your help By Joseph Mullane published 31 May 25 Packed with original charm, this characterful three-bedroom home is waiting for someone to peel back the layers and bring it back to life A tale of two homes: Victorian heritage meets modern design in this dual dwelling By Joseph Mullane published 25 May 25 Discover a beautifully renovated Victorian villa paired with a contemporary garden house in Battersea 'The look of disbelief on everyone’s face when they see the space we've created is priceless' – step inside this cleverly extended mid-terrace home By Jo Messenger published 24 May 25 Award-winning interiors, double-height spaces and exceptional natural light make this London mid-terrace home a treasure trove of inspiration Can you retrofit MVHR? Yes say the experts, but it will require careful planning and possible compromise By Sarah Harley published 24 May 25 Deciding to retrofit MVHR is a big decision and will involve some disruption. We asked the experts what's involved and how you can ensure the job runs smoothly Is it worth removing pebbledash to improve the appearance of your home? Here’s what you need to know By Gabriella Dyson published 24 May 25 Learn how to remove pebbledash properly, plus what it costs and when to call in the pros 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives Get the Homebuilding & Renovating NewsletterBring your dream home to life with expert advice, how to guides and design inspiration. Sign up for our newsletter and get two free tickets to a Homebuilding & Renovating Show near you.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Why ground source heat pumps could be the cooling fix you didn’t know you had2How to add garden security lights to deter intruders and illuminate your space effectively3If blinds help keep heat in, do they make your room hotter in summer? We explain how to make your windows a weapon in your fight against the heat4Homeowners urged to help hedgehogs beat the heat with these 3 garden fixes5Urgent COBRA meeting needed as UK homeowners face second heatwave, warn Lib Dems Our sponsors
Could sliding patio doors be the smooth, sleek glazing option you need for your home extension or renovation? By Seán O'Connell last updated 18 June 25 Offering abundant light, slender sightlines and ease of use, it’s not surprising sliding patio doors are a firm favourite. Here's how to choose the right ones
Can you convert a loft with a low roof? Yes, says our build expert, providing you opt for one of these solutions By Mark Stevenson published 18 June 25 Self-build expert Mark Stevenson talks through your options for converting a loft with a low roof to ensure you have adequate head height
Phil Spencer: Why your 'Instagrammable' home upgrades could be a costly blunder By Joseph Mullane published 11 June 25 TV property expert warns homeowners to ditch superficial makeovers for improvements that truly add value – and save cash
Extension or conservatory? Make sure you take size, style, speed and spend into account to avoid making a costly mistake By Sarah Harley last updated 10 June 25 With the design and cost lines between extensions and conservatories more blurred than ever before, what's the best way to decide between them when you're adding space to your home?
Over half of UK homeowners renovated in 2024 By Joseph Mullane published 3 June 25 The latest Houzz report shows home renovations are booming as homeowners invest more in upgrades, repairs and outdoor living
Why this period home is in desperate need of your help By Joseph Mullane published 31 May 25 Packed with original charm, this characterful three-bedroom home is waiting for someone to peel back the layers and bring it back to life
A tale of two homes: Victorian heritage meets modern design in this dual dwelling By Joseph Mullane published 25 May 25 Discover a beautifully renovated Victorian villa paired with a contemporary garden house in Battersea
'The look of disbelief on everyone’s face when they see the space we've created is priceless' – step inside this cleverly extended mid-terrace home By Jo Messenger published 24 May 25 Award-winning interiors, double-height spaces and exceptional natural light make this London mid-terrace home a treasure trove of inspiration
Can you retrofit MVHR? Yes say the experts, but it will require careful planning and possible compromise By Sarah Harley published 24 May 25 Deciding to retrofit MVHR is a big decision and will involve some disruption. We asked the experts what's involved and how you can ensure the job runs smoothly
Is it worth removing pebbledash to improve the appearance of your home? Here’s what you need to know By Gabriella Dyson published 24 May 25 Learn how to remove pebbledash properly, plus what it costs and when to call in the pros
