The size and shape of an extension is a balancing act. For the new space to interact in harmony with the existing house, you will need to consider form, cost, and practicalities. The roof style in ...

When you extend your home, there are lots of rules and regulations you need to adhere to, which can be daunting as a ...

I understand that a free standing deck can only protrude 8 feet from the face of the building, but what are the regulations for building a deck on the roof of an existing (and legal) one story ...

It is not every building that can safely take a five-storey roof extension. The so-called “flatted factory” at 55 Holloway Head is one of a handful of multistorey factories built in the 1950s to house ...

Tiny house designers and builders have considerably honed their skills over the last decades and have shown incredible ingenuity in the use of space, creating miniature dwellings that can be perfectly ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Chris Foster. Design: Christopher Jeffrey The size and shape of an extension is a ...