If you are planning to convert your loft into a more functional living space, one important aspect you will need to consider is the type of windows you will be installing. Afterall, the window you select will affect the entire appearance of your loft conversion. The two types of windows used most often are dormer …
Side Return Extension Ideas for 2021: The Ultimate Guide
You have invested a lot of time and money into making your house a home so if you are finding you need more room, you may not want to move to a bigger property. Luckily, you can easily expand your living space by adding a side return extension to your existing and beloved home. Side …
How to Make the Best of Your Loft Conversion with the Right Styling?
There is more to a loft conversion than just making it a new room in your house. To ensure you’re getting the most out of your loft conversion, it is important that you style it in a way that will make it functional as well as a place you want to spend time in. Here …
Single Storey Extension Ideas for 2021: The Ultimate Guide
These days our lives often require more space than our homes were originally designed for. You may be debating moving to a bigger house, but there are easier and less stressful ways to get more room such as adding an extension to your home. House extensions are a great way to gain more living space …
Loft Conversions – Worth the Investment?
A loft conversion, aside from providing much needed extra space to your home, can often add to the value of your home. Whether you are considering a loft conversion for an extra bedroom, office space, or playroom, it is useful to consider all the pros and cons. At Doran Bros Construction, we are here to …
What is the Difference Between a Dormer and a Mansard?
The popularity of loft conversions continues to thrive in all parts of London. It is an ideal choice for those who want to have additional living space but lack the means to move to a bigger house. This type of home renovation is very common all over the world, but loft conversions in South London remain one …
Does a Side Return Extension Add Value?
Making improvements to your home will hardly be a walk in the park. If you do not have any architectural or construction experience, it would be wise to hire our expert services because professionals can help you achieve results faster. Most of the time, clients contact us because we build quality house extensions in South …
Traditional vs Contemporary Home Extension: Which One is Better?
For growing households, home extensions might be necessary to accommodate the addition of new family members. According to the data commission by Santander, in the UK, more than 60,000 home extensions and conversions were applied by households in 2020. The data also relayed that COVID-19 lockdowns prompted 40% of all homeowners to push through with …
Why Landscape Design Is Important
As it happens with most property owners, the time will come when you will need to make home improvements. One way you can make a significant improvement to your property is with the help of landscaping. A property’s landscape is often overlooked by homeowners, but it is never ignored by prospective buyers. Your home’s landscape …
Double Storey Side or Rear Extension: Which One Do You Prefer?
Home extensions have become one of the most preferred home improvement projects in the UK. It is considered a clever option for those who wish to have a larger house on a limited budget. Since London’s average house prices have increased by 1.6% in 2020 alone, purchasing a new home simply for the purpose of …