Open spaces

Whether you are knocking down walls or designing a new multi-functional extension, ensure your open-plan space retains a clear sense of identity with these zoning ideas

THESE PROJECTS SHOW HOW EXPERIMENTAL YOU CAN BE WITH AN ADDITION EVEN IN A SMALLER PLOT – PREPARE TO BE INSPIRED

Whether you are building a new home or extending your current one, overheating should be taken seriously to ensure a comfortable indoor temperature on even the hottest of days

Swathes of glazing connect this welcoming kitchen and living space to the garden – and wooden cabinetry continues the nature theme

Weaving its architecture into the surrounding landscape, this Californian home is an immersive living experience

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