7 things to do NOW that will skyrocket your renovation in 2023 🚀
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Whatever dreams you have for your home this new year, we’re going to make damn sure you catch them! 😍 No time to waste, let’s get started!
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House renovation costs UK: How much does it cost to renovate a house?
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“How much did your house renovation cost?” is one of the most frequently asked questions Neil and I get. If you’re trying to budget for a house renovation I hope this post helps you budget effectively…
Read MoreHow Much Does an Architect Cost in 2023? Do I even need one?
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If you’re trying to work out how much architects charge or if you’re not sure whether you need an architect for your kitchen extension or house renovation, then read this guide. All your questions answered!
Read MoreHow to renovate a house: The step-by-step guide -where to start
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Renovating a house and not sure where to start? This step-by-step guide will show you a typical timeline of a renovation so you can prepare and transform your home.
Read MoreWhy you won't find a Howdens price list and what to do next
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If you’re looking for Howdens kitchen price list, look no further - not because we have one, but because you’re not going to find one - this is what to do about it.
Read MoreThe common mistake I see renovators make with their design and how to AVOID it
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Almost 75% of renovators who enquire about my 1-on-1 interior design service make this mistake. Be ready for it…
Read MoreDo I need an architect for an extension?
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Planning to build an extension and wondering if you can do it alone? If you live in the United Kingdom, architects are not required to submit planning or to design a building, but before you make the decision of building without one, here are a few points you might want to consider.
Read MoreDo we need an architect or can a builder do it by themselves?
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In the United Kingdom, you are not legally obliged to hire an architect on a construction project. This means technically you can absolutely do the design part yourself and trust a builder to take care of the rest. This is not a decision to take lightly so before you take on this journey, make sure you have considered the following points.
Read MoreRenovating a house on a budget: The Ultimate UK Guide
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Course student and serial renovator Anna gets into the nitty gritty of renovating on a budget, complete with her full renovation costings and tips to save money
Read MoreQuick guide: Building Regulations Drawings
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Whether you are making changes to an existing building or starting a new construction from scratch, before you start on site you will need to apply for a Building Regulations approval. Here’s our guide on building regulation drawings : what they are, what you need to be aware of and how to get them done.
Read MoreA Quick Guide on Party Wall Agreements – What are they? Do I need one?
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What if your neighbour has an issue with your renovation and you become “in dispute”? Appointing a party wall surveyor will be your next port of call. They will help you reach an agreement a sign a party wall agreement. If you’re wondering what a party wall surveyor does, when a party wall surveyor gets involved or what even is a party wall agreement, then read our guide for answers including when to hire a surveyor and how much they cost.
Read MoreHow to create an interior design mood board - step by step
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Interior design mood boards aren’t just fun, they’re an amazing way to plan your renovation and hone in your own personal style. In this post, we help run you through how to make an amazing one, step by step, so you can really nail it.
Read More1930s semi-detached house extension ideas
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1930s semi-detached houses present so many opportunities for different kinds of extension layouts and styles. In this post, we walk you through what different homeowners have done in some smashing examples.
Read MoreHow Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost? (and how we budgeted)
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Wondering how much a bathroom costs?. If you’re about to save for a bathroom renovation and you’re wondering how much it costs to fit a new bathroom in the UK, here are all the details.
Read More10 small kitchen ideas
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Find genius ideas to make the most of a small kitchen space, from storage to breakfast bars.
Read MoreHow to keep under your house’s ceiling price
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It may feel like throwing cold water over your dream renovation, but being sensible about your house’s ceiling price, and the value you can realistically add is key to finding the sweet spot between dreamy home and future investment.
Read MoreKnocking down an internal wall - what to think about
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Thinking of opening up your layout? Knocking down an internal wall can completely change a space, bring in light and create interesting volumes. Outdated layouts often don’t allow for our contemporary flexible sociable lifestyles which is why many home renovators choose to go through this process. But before you ask your builder to knock down a wall here’s everything you should think about, from design and technical consideration to what it might cost to knock down a load bearing wall.
Read MoreOur Completely Honest Safestyle Windows Review
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This our Safestyle windows review who we chose to replace our front bay and office window. When we moved into our 1930s house back in 2016, one of the inconvenient truths flagged in our survey was that we would need to install new UPVC bay windows at some point fairly soon (in fact, most of the windows needed replacing). Read more…
Read MoreWhat To Look For When Buying a House to Renovate
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Neil and I bought our house in 2016 There it is in the photo above. Having never bought a fixer-upper before it's safe to say there were a lot of things we were completely blind to when we came to the house to view it.
If you're on the market for a fixer upper, or you think one day you'd like to do a renovation project and make a house completely your own, then there's a few points I've learned to look out for along the way.
Read More17 clever hallway, stairs and landing ideas you need to see
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We’ve rounded up amazing ideas to fit hallways, staircases, and landings of any size and with any budget. Read on at risk of inspiring an immediate makeover.
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