Real Solutions

Taking on a major project to create their ideal home had always been the dream of Virginia and Norman Britton. As its centrepiece, they wanted a large kitchen with a traditional look. The layout was designed to Virginia’s exacting specifications for a practical and efficient cooking space.

Susie Hammond wanted to make better use of the space in her small bathroom and separate WC, so she hired a designer to combine the two rooms into one and update the fixtures and fittings for something more contemporary.

Lorraine and Michael Grady have created the perfect Victorian-style space, including a classic roll top bath, with modern conveniences for their family’s needs.

Cristina and Andrea Rosini updated their small, dark kitchen, turning it into a large, light-filled contemporary space complete with rooflights, brilliant white surfaces and wall-mounted appliances and storage.

Converting a spare bedroom into an en suite bathroom has given Charlotte and Euan Steen a spectacular new, hotel-style private space with luxury fixtures and fittings including a wetroom-style walk-in shower.

As part of a large extension project, the Blackhams gained a dressing room and en suite to their master bedroom. They knocked their main bathroom and en suite into one and extended upwards to create more space.

Wanting a sociable open-plan kitchen space, Jayne Houghton chose to make the most of the views surrounding her bungalow by converting her loft, creating an upside down house plan with light, spacious airy living areas.

Wajeeha and Ian Nolan created a sociable open-plan kitchen and dining area by knocking two rooms into one and adding painted kitchen units and reclaimed solid wood floors.