This selection of striking projects shows the innovative ways in which a single-storey home can be transformed to meet the needs of its occupants

The design of this stunning oak frame home was carefully thought through to ensure it would stand the test of time

Annicka Locket and James Terry took an upside-down approach to turn a derelict outhouse into a barn with a difference

Taking the owners’ love of photography as inspiration, this Victorian house was given a family-focused contemporary makeover

Rebecca and Tom Clarke weren’t afraid to take on a major renovation in pursuit of their perfect home

A quick sketch on a paper napkin led to a new look for an old forester’s cottage in Snowdonia, as Lucinda Griffith spotted renovation potential that others had missed, and all on a tight budget