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Kate Hewitt and husband Tom completely renovated their home when they first moved in, including replacing all the flooring and installing a new kitchen. ‘We chose IKEA carcasses but upgraded the doors

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

IF YOU’RE UPGRADING YOUR KITCHEN, CONSIDER SELLING YOUR OLD ONE, AND SWERVE A TRIP TO THE TIP IN FAVOUR OF EXTRA CASH

Although a kitchen extension can be an exciting prospect and a worthwhile investment, it can seem a little overwhelming. There’s a lot to think about before you begin, and our essential guide has all

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

Fitting a new kitchen is one of your biggest outlays in your self-build or renovation, so it pays to know what you can get for your money and how to make your budget go further