Protecting your extension from the cold weather 

Tips for protecting your home from cold weather damage this winter

Avoiding Cold Weather Damage

How to protect your home from the cold weather this winter

How To Create An Energy Efficient Home

In response to the rise in energy bills we’re going to talk energy efficiency in design and build.

Extending On A Budget

Extending or renovating may seem daunting in this climate so we’re going to highlight some helpful tips for projects on a budget.

How To Keep Your Home Cool This Summer

With temperatures soaring this summer the question of how to cool down our homes is on everyone’s mind.

Bring natural light into your home

Home renovation companies in London have a duty to provide their clients with the best possible solutions for their home…

Successful Eco Homes in London

We think it’s important to draw inspiration from projects like BedZED and the Olympic Village, which have shown us ways to design sustainably to help preserve our natural world.

Roof Shapes for a Ground Floor Extension

So you’ve decided to add a ground floor extension to your property because you’d like to add volume, character, or create a better connection to your garden. Something that will greatly define the final look of your extension is the roof you install, which can be difficult to choose as they come in all types of shapes and sizes. You may be tempted to opt for a simple flat roof or lean-to if you have no idea what else is available to you. Well, in today’s post, we’d like to clear up the confusion by exploring the different types of roof shape suitable for a ground floor extension in London.

Things to consider before installing a glass roof

Glass roofs are often seen in commercial builds such as hotels and restaurants, but they have now become accessible for homeowners that love this look. As well as enhancing a modern interior, glass roofs perfectly complement a traditional interior, as the mix of old and modern adds character and interest to a home. Fortunately, in today’s market no design is off-limits. Most ideas can be realised, with the only restrictions possibly coming from your local planning authority.

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