This question can usually throw up some confusion as there are different surveys for different purposes, and often undertaken by different types of surveyors too. So let’s clear this up first before answering: how much does a house survey cost? Types of survey If you’re buying a house During the house buying process, it’s… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Renovations
Kitchen Design Ideas by DfM
Get some kitchen inspiration from our designers… Planning a new kitchen? You could just get a few supplier brochures and say “I want that one!”. Fine, if you want un-inspiring, run-of-the mill jobbie. But, like most things worthwhile, planning your perfect kitchen takes time, consideration and a little bit of inspiration (which is where we can help!) Function… Read more »
Renovation and extension cost per square metre
Costs per square metre We asked our community of architects and design professionals for their experience of domestic projects and how they estimate new jobs. For South East England (where costs are highest), we found the following to be a very rough average. Costs can vary greatly across the country, but if you are outside the South… Read more »
7 Ways to Elevate Your Space
Who does not love seeing photos of living rooms or bedrooms in interior decoration magazines or websites? It is common to end up wondering how they made that place look so unique and special. You may think that it is unattainable or that only decoration experts can make a place look this good. But you… Read more »
Which property renovations call for professional guidance?
A home renovation can improve the saleability of your property and boost its value, whether you’re upgrading your bathroom or modernising a drab garage. In a housing market that is competitive, having the edge with an inspiring home design and opting for high-quality workmanship are valuable positions to take. However, it’s important to choose the… Read more »
A perfect match on Design for Me… for a cottage extension
Craig and Lara (the clients) posted their project to Design for Me, looking for an architect to extend and renovate their 160-year-old cottage in Walthamstow, East London. Craig and Lara’s project description ‘Rear extension on 160-year-old cottage, moving a downstairs bathroom upstairs, creating an open plan kitchen/dining area downstairs, and moving the stairs… Read more »
Full refurbishment of an ex-council house
A perfect match on Design for Me… for a full refurbishment of an ex-council house The client, Bernadette was looking for an architect to transform her out-dated, tired council house into a modern, light-filled home. After registering her project on Design for Me, with just a few key details, we matched her with the best… Read more »
Home renovation architects and interior designers
Home renovation architects and interior designers – inspiration from Design for Me’s design pros Thinking for undertaking a home renovation project? You are in the right place to get some design inspiration and get matched with the perfect home renovation architects or interior designers for your project. Click on the images below to see their full… Read more »
How much do architects charge? [2024]
How much do architects charge? Architect’s fees for a home project vary depending on the type and scale of the job. There are no official standards or guidelines for architect’s fees, so it’s between the client and the architect to negotiate the fee, often dependant on the following: The extent of the architect’s services (see ‘splitting… Read more »
Unlocking the potential of a Victorian terrace in East London
A perfect match on Design for Me… to unlock the potential of a Victorian terrace in East London Clients Cindy and Ian were looking for an architect to transform their dark, cramped Victorian terrace house into a modern family home. After registering their project on Design for Me, with just a few key details, we… Read more »
