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What do homeowners look for when renovating their existing homes? According to a study, functionality, aesthetics, energy efficiency, and house value upon resale are the top things a homeowner prioritizes when renovating a house. While house value is only one of the factors, it can be best said that its significance is only as good as the outcome of the renovation. So, the point is to focus on efficiency, quality, and functionality, and the house value will take care of itself.

Sustainability in building-construction is a subject that cannot be easily disregarded. In this article Extension Architecture attempts to debunk the myths surrounding sustainable construction and aims to encourage & help adopt practices that are hindered due to misconceptions.

This easily is one of the most important and pertinent questions, especially when you have neighbours at immediate proximity to your property. In this article, Extension Architecture explores some reasons why a neighbour may have a say in your extension or renovation plans.

Planning to expand but challenged with limited space availability? Such a scenario is often frustrating, especially when you own the land and you have a growing family tree. This is exactly why side return extensions are popular. They are among those extension types that essentially create space you may have never thought of. Get to know the top side return extension ideas that can open new avenues for a comfortable living.

After you receive a planning permission approval, it officially means a go-ahead for your construction project. Isn’t this not what you had assumed all this while? But wait, what if there’s a string attached to your planning permission approval?

Most house renovations that start with a plan are bound to be hassle-free and end up being a successful project. Renovating a single area such as a bathroom, or a kitchen, may seem a smooth undertaking with a plan; but what if you are renovating multiple areas of your house? This is where a home renovation order assumes importance. If your renovation plan involves structural changes, renovating certain areas of your house such as the bath and the kitchen along with exterior modifications, then knowing where to begin and in what sequence, is crucial.

In the UK, porches are not just a matter of aesthetics, they also appeal to those who have an eye for sustainability and to those who desire to optimise its value as a structural resource. With porch ideas becoming increasingly popular, let’s look at what’s trending in terms of the aesthetics, design & material choices to make the best use of your porch.