Planning and designing a kitchen that functions beautifully for all daily routines, as well as being a joy to spend time in, is a matter of considering how the room will be used by the whole family. ‘

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Want to make sure the interior of your extension works as efficiently as possible? Consider these factors when designing your scheme and layout

A very clever (and small) extension has paid big dividends for Janet and Pete Hanson

Even though it had yellowing walls and brown carpets, this house was perfect for Joanna Thomson and her husband Ian