Side Return Extensions: Advice & Inspiration

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Side return extension

A side return extension is a popular method for expanding space in Victorian terraced houses, particularly those with an L-shaped garden formed by a narrow strip of land alongside the property. By extending into this under-utilised area, homeowners can create a more spacious and brighter interior, often transforming the kitchen or living areas. For inspiration… Read more »

Best Sofa Bed Reviews

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Best sofa bed reviews The sofa bed is one of the most difficult furniture purchases of get right. We have all slept on lumpy, creaky, uncomfortable ones. The ones where you and your partner roll into the middle and you have to try and roll back up the hill without causing serious squeekage! I’m currently… Read more »

House Extension Ideas by DfM Architects

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Extension by Rebecca, architect registered on Design for Me

So you are thinking of extending your home? Fantastic! No idea where to start? You are not alone… Is it going to be a single or double storey extension? Glazed, render, brick? Sliding or folding doors? What about an extension with a glazed roof that will bring more daylight to your north side kitchen? Does it include… Read more »

Transforming Small Spaces into Serene Sauna Retreats

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In today’s fast-paced world, carving out a serene oasis within your living space has transformed from a luxury to a necessity for homeowners. The concept of a personal wellness retreat, particularly the sauna installation, has become a cornerstone of modern home design. This article explores how even tiny houses and small spaces can incorporate elements… Read more »

Seven renovations which will improve your home and increase its value

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Renovating your home comes with countless considerations, from the tiniest deliberations over gutter covers to serious financial decisions that are years in the making. Some types of renovation add value to your home and others primarily improve your day-to-day life. A sensible goal, especially if you intend to stay in your home for the foreseeable… Read more »

Seven design tricks which make a small living room feel more spacious

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Do you have a living room that makes you feel a little too cramped? Using the right design tricks can make the room feel more spacious. Often, you don’t even have to spend much money to reap the benefits. Start with the following seven design tricks to make your small living room feel more expansive… Read more »

5 of the best interior designers for home renovations in the UK

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Here at Design for Me, we match homeowners with the best interior designers for home renovations. When it comes to internal alterations, some interior designers will be more suitable than others. Where many interior designers will focus on finishes, furniture and fittings only. Others will have training and experience in interior architecture i.e. room layout planning, removing… Read more »

Kitchen Design Ideas by DfM

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Kitchen design ideas

To help inspire, here are some kitchen design ideas from our architects and interior designers on Design for Me   Tip: Click on the designer’s names to see their full Design for Me profile.     If you are planning an extension, but are not sure where to start we have a good selection of articles… Read more »

Kitchen Extensions

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Kitchen Extensions – ideas from Design for Me’s architects and designers Looking for some design ideas for your kitchen extension project? You are in the right place! We have rounded up some of the best kitchen extensions from the architects and designers on Design for Me. Click on the images below to see their full… Read more »

Side return extension ideas

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Side return extension ideas A small project with a huge impact! Side return extensions are particularly popular with owners of Victorian terraced houses as they can transform a narrow kitchen into a generous open plan kitchen/living space – just by using that often dark and under-used strip of your garden. If you’re looking for a rough cost… Read more »