Craving more daylight? Try a roof light
Patio doors are a popular way of bringing in more light, but they’re not the only option (though if you missed our blogs on patio doors, read the first here). Look up! Roof lights are an excellent way to let
What are patio doors made from?
The material you choose for your patio doors depends on budget as well as the look you like. Read on to discover the pros and cons of the various options available. What are the advantages of timber patio doors? If you want
All about pocket, French, pivot and open-corner patio doors
In this short series on patio doors, we’ve already covered bi-fold and sliding doors (if you missed it, check back here). Now it’s the turn of pocket, French, pivot and open-corner patio doors. Read on to find out more. What is
Our complete guide to bi-fold and sliding patio doors
If you want to create an airy, light-filled home, add glazing – and plenty of it! Not only does glass connect indoor and outdoor space, but it’s also a fantastic way to open up your home, increasing the sense of
How to plan a rear extension
A rear extension extends out from the back of your home. You’ll sacrifice some of the garden but in return you’ll add value and internal space to the property. Read on to find out more. Do I need planning permission for
How to plan a garage conversion
A garage conversion will add space and value to your home, but do you need planning permission? And what about building regulations approval? Read on to find the answers to these questions and many more! Why should I convert my garage? If
How to plan a side return extension
If your terraced or semi-detached house has retained its original kitchen, it’s probably a small, narrow space tucked away at the rear of the house. To increase its footprint, a popular solution is to extend into the narrow strip of
Our expert guide to removing an internal wall – part 2
In part one of this guide, Jo Buckerfield, founder of Your Space Living, talked through some of the initial questions to ask when removing an internal wall. Here, in part two, Jo offers even more expert advice, so be sure
Our expert guide to removing an internal wall – part 1
One of the most common questions Jo Buckerfield, founder of Your Space Living, gets asked in her role as a kitchen designer is, ‘How can I create more space?’ One solution is to remove an internal wall to create an
The most googled tile questions answered
If you like the look of tiles for your home but don’t know where to start, you’re not alone – it’s a commonly googled topic. The experts at Ca’ Pietra have answered five of the most searched-for tile queries. What tiles