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My parents’ house has lots going for it – great location, big garden, plenty of bedrooms – but there’s one thing that always made me slightly embarrassed to take friends home when I was growing up. It is, simply put, ugly. All kinds of extensions have been added over the years, but none have improved the post-war bungalow’s attractiveness a jot. There’s no main entrance or sense of symmetry, and the car park added for my dad’s 4x4 collection has done nothing to aid its plight. If you’re reading this and thinking ‘that sounds like my house’, then we’re here to help. Turn to page 95 for great ways to transform the exterior of any property. Whether you want to add a new porch, landscape the garden, or introduce render or cladding, you’ll find practical advice on how to turn your unsightly house into somewhere your children will be proud to bring their friends. On the subject of family, my husband and I are expecting our own arrival any day now (turn to page 162 for the inspiration behind our nursery), which means I’m heading off on maternity and leaving you in the very capable hands of the rest of the Real Homes team. Here’s hoping that our little one isn’t as judgmental of her first home as I was!
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See how Lydia and Mark Wood- Powers turned a former doctors’ surgery into a home, plus shop the latest kitchen dressers
30 Change of plan
A curved kitchen extension and redesign updated Vic Grimshaw and Tom Hostler’s Victorian property
40 The perfect blend
Michelle Chian and Ross Jones transformed a Victorian tenement into a stylish apartment
48 A matter of fate
Nic Howard updated the layout of his cottage to create a modern space, plus shop raspberry pink
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A modern extension turned Sarah and James Paul’s basement into a bright kitchen-diner, plus shop bar stools
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Tina Macfarlane’s chapel conversion features a modern and edgy kitchen
76 Vintage appeal
Anna-Marie Bennett and Rob Stannard created an elegant bathroom in their period home
82 A fresh start
Caroline and John Marsden have doubled the size of their bathroom, plus shop stylish mirrors
88 Future-proof home
VazH Architect Phil Waind explains how a timber-clad extension was built to last
90 Family life
Architect James Butterworth turned a dated bungalow into a family home
Architect John Everitt’s new kitchen- diner transformed a traditional cottage
92 Modern touch
95 ON THE COVER Exterior updates
Find out how to give your home instant kerb appeal and improve its value by redesigning and improving the outside
105 ON THE COVER 10 hallway design ideas
Make sure your home creates the best first impression with the latest tips and buys for this essential space
113 ON THE COVER Front doors
How to transform your entrance by choosing the right design for your home
117 ON THE COVER 25 bedroom updates
Discover the latest looks for an on-trend and cosy space you won’t want to leave
Read our guide to attractive, hardwearing flooring to suit your budget
In the first part of our new series, discover the best ways to design your extension
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140 what must i look for when appraising a site that could become my home? Architectural designer Greg Toon reveals the key points to consider
145 how do i restore a door for painting? Expert renovator Sian Astley on removing paint to reveal the beauty of the original material beneath
147 what can i do to get rid of insects in my home? Rentokil’s David Cross explains how to spot the signs of infestation and deal with these unwanted guests
149 what should i know about improving energy efficiency standards? Assessor Jonathan Parkes on how to boost your home’s energy rating
151 how could render improve my home? Expert renovator Michael Holmes shares his advice on ways to update your exterior
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