Latest articles by Sarah Handley
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How to choose the right conservatory
Experts reveal the 10 key decisions you’ll need to make
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Do you need planning permission for a garden room?
Make sure you check what consent you need before you add a room in your garden
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How much does a conservatory cost?
These are the average prices and the factors that affect them, according to the pros
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Planning a kitchen extension? Avoid project overwhelm by following these 11 straightforward steps
If you're dreaming of a bigger kitchen, follow our guide
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How much does a kitchen extension cost and is it actually worth it?
These design pros weigh in on what you could pay
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5 reasons to add a rooflight to your kitchen extension
It could be the best decision you ever make
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Do you need planning permission for a porch?
Make sure you check whether your porch needs planning consent before you start the installation
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These are the 7 huge mistakes to avoid if you want to nail your kitchen extension on a budget, from dodgy DIY to no contingency fund
Use your budget wisely
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What are planning conditions? Experts share common examples and reveal the consequences of ignoring them
Ignoring planning conditions can void your planning consent, so make sure you understand what they mean and how to comply
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20 home improvements you can do without planning permission
Many alterations can be done under Permitted Development
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Do you need planning permission for a conservatory?
Make sure you know the rules before you build your conservatory
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What is retrospective planning permission and how easy is it to get? Experts explain why it may be harder than you think
If you didn't get planning consent before starting work, you can apply for it afterwards, but it's a risky move
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What are the building regulations and what can happen if you ignore them?
This is what the pros say
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Do I need planning permission for a garage conversion?
This is when you do and don’t need it, according to the pros
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Is it illegal to ignore the Party Wall Act?
Experts reveal why you could be risking serious financial consequences if you do
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8 strategic ways to get your planning application approved first-time around
Try these tactics to get your application approved by the planners
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What is Permitted Development?
Architectural designer Charlie Luxton explains what you need to know before altering your home
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What is planning permission and when do you actually need it?
This jargon-free guide explains what you need to know
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Are bifold doors the right choice for your home? These patio door experts reveal all
Everything you need to know from materials and glazing to cost and configuration
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How much does double glazing cost? Find out how much you should budget
This is everything you need to know
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I made these two small decisions when choosing new windows, and 10 years later, I'm so glad I did
These two simple window choices made a huge difference to my home — here's why
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I was frustrated by a lack of flow and natural light in my kitchen, but this small structural alteration has been a game changer
In hindsight, adding a new external doorway was such a worthwhile decision, I wish I'd done it sooner
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Should you go for sliding patio doors? Everything you need to know so you don't make the wrong choice
Are they the right choice for your home?
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13 pointless home improvements that won't add value to your house — and 6 that will
These projects might not be worth the investment if you're looking to increase your home's value
