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Roof Windows in Architecture

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Rooflights DMD Architecture recently attended a CPD event at Sun Square which enabled us to tour the factory and see how rooflights / windows are constructed. Whether it is a new build, extension, loft conversion or retro-fit rooflights are a fantastic addition to any project. Roof windows can add extra light to any room or loft space. The great thing …

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Former Dragon Theo Paphitis Champions Residential Cambridge Architectural Practice

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Cambridge Architectural Practice Wins Award In recent weeks I was a winner of the well known #SBS (Small Business Sunday) weekly event on Twitter much to my surprise after 18 months of entering and trying to win. The persistence paid off and DMD Architecture now has a profile page on the Small Business Sunday website. This is run by Theo …

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Loft Conversions

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Loft Conversions Using loft space is one of the most popular ways to extend your home and certainly the most cost effective. It utilises wasted space, can immediately add value to your home and create a fantastic space if designed correctly by your architect or architectural technologist. It can be one of the more complex types of extension due to …

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Converting Your Garage

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Garage Conversions Not many people these days actually use their garage for their intended purpose – their car. Converting it into a livable room can increase the value of your property as well as gaining extra living space. Before rushing into a decision, ensure you have researched the pros and cons of having a garage, compare the houses with and …

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Maximising Your Living Space

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Space Planning and Remodelling It is important that when your space is limited, you utilise every square metre available to you. Spacial planning to fit your lifestyle can be incredibly effective. A good start would be to consider what your home is often used for, for instance, if you often eat out is it unlikely that your kitchen area is …

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Learning New Skills

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Building, Refurbishment and DIY If you are completing a new project and have looked into costs you will have seen how employing the different trades required to complete the work can dramatically increase the outlay for your renovation, extension or new build. However, it may be worth considering gaining the knowledge in some areas yourself which could provide you with …

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New Year Renovations

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House Extensions, Renovations & Refurbishment 2013 is imminent and some will be considering their new renovation or home extension project for the new year. Think about what you would like to achieve from your home and make a list of the things you would like in an ideal world. Although you may not be able to afford everything on your …

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Planning Permission & Permitted Development

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Extending Your Home & Permitted Development Because it is believed the ‘red tape’ involved within the planning system is detrimental to the economy the government are looking at relaxing the rules around permitted development in a hope to assist with this problem. Within existing permitted development rules you can achieve a very good sized extension without requiring planning permission. The …

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Avoiding Neighbour Disputes

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House extensions, building work and neighbours When commencing any new building project, disputes between you and your neighbours could arise, although this is a rare occurrence. A way to reduce the risk of disputes becoming a major issue with your build is to ensure that your neighbours are kept informed throughout the planning and building process and address any concerns …

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10 Ways to Add Space and Value

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Extensions, Conversions and Remodelling There is no denying that moving home is costly, stressful and expensive. Many people therefore choose to adapt the property they are currently in to create the space and environment they wish for from their home. Here are 10 ways to develop your property to tackle these issues. Extend Adding a well designed extension is one …

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