Previously, we have looked into permissions to convert a house into flats (subdivision). The opposite of this is amalgamation, where you convert flats into a single house. Image above – extension by Ben, architectural designer from Lambeth, London. See more and shortlist his practice for your home project. Do you need planning permission to convert… Read more »
Loft conversion pictured above by Stephen, interior designer from Hackney, London. Click here see more and shortlist him for your home project. Loft conversions add valuable living space to a home – whether you need an extra bedroom, creative space or home office. Loft conversions can also add 20% onto the value of a… Read more »
Good news, it is possible to convert an office to residential use without needing planning permission. However, there are important exceptions where permitted development rights may not apply in your area or to your property. Image above by James, architectural designer from Islington South and Finsbury. Click here to see more and shortlist… Read more »
Do I need planning permission for a holiday let (change of use from a house to a holiday let)? In short, there is no definitive answer here and it depends on local planning regulations. Planning permission is required for a ‘material’ change of use, i.e if you are going from one use class to another…. Read more »
Loft conversions are a brilliant way to add more living space without extending your home. But because lofts sit right under the roof, they can sometimes feel dark and enclosed. The secret to transforming them into beautiful, welcoming rooms? Clever glazing. From skylights, glass balustrades and Juliet balconies, here is how to design a light-filled… Read more »
A perfect match on DfM… THIS BEAUTIFUL SIDE EXTENSION WAS CREATED WITH A SHARED PASSION FOR COLOUR Architect Hugh: “We are known for our colourful work, and so working with these clients – a Personal Colour consultant and graphic designer – was a dream come true!” Back in 2018, clients, Alan and Keiko, posted… Read more »
Glass is a material that has long been used in all kinds of structural applications. In spite on its fragility, glass is known to be robust and strong. In the right hands, with the right balustrade components and fixings glass can be used for just about anything. Unsurprisingly, homeowners are now finding that glass is… Read more »
Barn conversions ideas and rural restorations – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Barn conversions and restorations are a very popular alternative to new builds, and with their inherent character and history its easy to see why. Here are some of the best barn conversion ideas from our architects and interior designers on Design… Read more »
Minimum Bedroom Size UK – What are the Minimum Room sizes for a House? There are no universal space standards for homes in the UK nor are there universal minimum room sizes. Instead, there are regulations that exist for different circumstances and project types. In any home building or renovation project, the two main statutory… Read more »
Finding plots in London and other major UK cities With empty plots of land being difficult and often very expensive to come by, it’s no wonder that many self-builders and renovators instead convert an existing building into their dream home, applying for a change of use to residential. This is particularly of interest in the UK’s… Read more »
