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When they bought a 1980s house, Eilidh and Rob called in the experts to turn it into an eco-friendly family home

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble

When the owners of a 1930s detached house needed more light and space, the solution was an extension with a perpendicular placement

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SARA MUNGEAM PUSHED THE BOUNDARIES TO RADICALLY REMODEL AND EXTEND A DATED 1950S HOUSE. THE RESULT IS A SLEEK, LIGHT-DRENCHED AND THOROUGHLY MODERN FAMILY HOME