Unlock cost-saving secrets on architect fees & learn if you need one for your house renovation. Save time & money with our insightful guide!

From side to front to rear and roof extensions with all the different roof angles thrown in, we’ve rounded up the best double-storey bungalow extension ideas to inspire your big renovation.

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Maximize your home's potential with a well-planned extension. Learn all about planning permission in our comprehensive guide.

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Planning to build an extension and wondering if you can do it alone? If you live in the United Kingdom, architects are not required to submit planning or to design a building, but before you make the decision of building without one, here are a few points you might want to consider.

In the United Kingdom, you are not legally obliged to hire an architect on a construction project. This means technically you can absolutely do the design part yourself and trust a builder to take care of the rest. This is not a decision to take lightly so before you take on this journey, make sure you have considered the following points.

It’s not uncommon to need to move a manhole outside of your house – a few of our Reno Club community have had to move manholes prior to building their extensions in particular.

Architects plans (or architectural plans) are common in any modest or larger building project. What exactly are Architect plans used for? When do you need Architect plans for your project? In this guide, we will break down what Architect plans are, when you need them and how you can have them made for your project.

I’ve seen this happen to many clients of mine and it’s something I don’t want for you. Here’s how to prevent it!

I know you’re super excited to jump head first into grand designs for your reno project, but take it from Neil and I, there’s some essential work you need to do first before hiring an architect which will make your life (and theirs) easier – and could save you a lot of money.

Are you about to start renovating your house and looking for savvy ways to save money? Hiring an architectural technologist instead of an architect could be a good idea but isn’t right for everyone. So here’s a guide on what architectural technologists are, whether they’re right for you and how they could help you reduce your budget.

If you’re doing an architectural project, it’s very likely that you will at least talk to an architect at some point or another in the design process. However, the role and level of involvement of the architect can be different from one development to another depending on the size and client’s choices. If you’re wondering exactly what the role of the architect is, how much and what you should ask from them, here’s a little guide on what architects do.

Hello! I've been meaning to get this post up for months but I decided I wanted to share it shortly before the renovation starts (hopefully on schedule to kick off in late April) so it won't be so much of a wait on progress shots.