London Home Renovation Guides
Planning a renovation, retrofit or extension can raise a lot of questions before you are ready to make decisions.
Our Journal brings together practical guides for London homeowners on renovation costs, architects and builders, extensions, retrofit, insulation, planning, interiors, natural materials and low-energy design.
Whether you are exploring what might be possible or trying to understand a specific issue, use the search below to find the guidance most relevant to your home.
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Designing Your London Home for an Air Source Heat Pump: A Whole-House Retrofit Guide
If you plan to install an Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) in London, it is important to understand the process and considerations involved. ASHPs are a sustainable alternative to traditional heating systems helping to reduce your carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency, which is only multiplied when combined with solar panels and improved levels of insulation.
In this guide, we discuss the benefits and challenges of installing ASHP to make your London home sustainable and eco-friendly.
The Benefits of Passivhaus: What It Actually Feels Like to Live in One
What does a Passivhaus home actually feel like to live in? From consistent warmth to fresh air and quieter spaces, this guide explains the real benefits in everyday terms.
How To Insulate A Period London Home
Insulating a period London home is not just about adding insulation. It requires understanding how heat, moisture and ventilation interact. This guide explains how to approach insulation properly, avoid common mistakes, and plan upgrades as part of a whole-house retrofit.
The Case For Daylight
Have you ever wondered how natural light can transform a space, bringing warmth and vitality into your home? Conversely, have you thought about the potential challenges it can create? Striking the right balance between embracing daylight and managing its drawbacks is essential in residential design.
Daylight has advantages and disadvantages. An outstanding design should consider both.
This article outlines the aspects to consider, giving tips and creative design solutions for drawing daylight in to your new or refurbished home.
Do You Need MVHR in Your London Home?
MVHR can improve comfort, air quality and energy performance. But it is not right for every home. Here is how to decide if it makes sense for your renovation.