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Cracks in Your House? It Doesn’t Always Mean Subsidence
Noticed a crack in your brickwork? Before you panic, it’s worth understanding what’s actually causing it. Magda and I recently... -
Missed the Design Shows? Four Places to Visit for Home Design Inspiration
Planning an extension or refurbishment? Sometimes the best inspiration comes from getting out and having a look around. Magda and... -
Low-Pitched Roof Extensions: Choosing the Right Roof Tiles
Why roof pitch matters when designing an extension, and how to achieve a traditional appearance. When you’re extending an older... -
Underfloor Heating: What You Need to Know Before Installing It
From manifolds and heating controls to insulation and heat pumps, a few things worth considering when planning your extension. Ever... -
Extending a Corner Plot: How Far Can You Push the Planning Rules?
Corner plots can look like the dream when you’re thinking about extending. You’ve often got more land to the side,... -
Is a House Extension Worth It? When Moving Might Make More Sense.
Should You Extend Your House, or Is It Better to Move? As an architect, you might expect me to always... -
All I want is a Utility Room!
After the kitchen island, this is the main thing I hear from clients that would make their life, or at... -
Home Extension and Retrofit Ideas from UK Construction Week 2026
What does UK Construction Week mean for homeowners? From smarter insulation during a kitchen renovation to designing for hotter summers,... -
Our New Home Extension Magazine Is Here
Thinking about extending or renovating your home? Our new Pride Road Home Extension Magazine is packed with real projects, practical...
