‘a spare room became our dream space’

SIMON AND CLEMMIE TRANSFORMED A TRICKY SPACE INTO A FUN, FUNCTIONAL BATHROOM FOR THEIR FOUR DAUGHTERS

Whether you’re renovating an existing room or starting from scratch, our expert explains what you should budget for when designing this essential space

BUYING A RUN-DOWN BUNGALOW ON A LARGE PLOT ENABLED KATE AND ROSS TO BUILD THEIR DREAM HOME IN THE GARDEN AND EDGE CLOSER TO BEING MORTGAGE FREE

One of the biggest, and costliest, jobs for renovators comes with updating an outmoded heating and plumbing system — surveyor Ian Rock’s guide explains all you need to know

Nicky Aldridge has given this Victorian townhouse a fresh new look that’s full of style and sparkle

Designer Lisa Frantz reveals how she transformed this formerly dark Park Avenue pre-war apartment into a stunning and light-filled family home