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Garage Conversions: Can I convert without planning permission?

Garage Conversions: Can I Convert Without Planning Permission? Garage conversions are a fantastic way to expand your home without the need for a costly extension. Whether you’re looking to add a guest bedroom, a home office, or a stylish open-plan kitchen, repurposing your garage can enhance your property’s value and functionality. But can you [...]

By |2024-11-19T09:21:40+00:00May 21st, 2020|7 Minute Read, Blog|Comments Off on Garage Conversions: Can I convert without planning permission?

Becoming an architectural designer

  Like any industry there is no fixed path you have to take to becoming an Architectural Designer sometimes it comes down to what is right for you and in other cases it can just be a big dose of good luck. If you want to become an Architect then you will have to [...]

By |2020-04-27T11:00:58+01:00April 27th, 2020|4 Minute Read, Blog|Comments Off on Becoming an architectural designer

Time to plan for the long term with a home office

Planning a Home Office or Garden Room Office Time to Plan for a Long-Term Home Office Solution Over the past few weeks, many of us have had to adapt quickly to working from home. Social media is awash with makeshift home office setups on kitchen tables, in bedrooms, or even in hallways. However, this [...]

By |2024-12-03T16:24:36+00:00April 22nd, 2020|4 Minute Read, Blog|Comments Off on Time to plan for the long term with a home office

Front Extension, Virginia Waters

Our clients approached us having brought a bungalow in Virginia Water.  The property stood on a great plot but was made up of small dark living spaces, unsuitable for modern family life. Our designers formed a concept to increase the floor space, maximise natural light and create an aesthetically pleasing external finish. The addition [...]

By |2021-08-09T12:42:33+01:00March 16th, 2020|Home Extensions, Projects, Rear Extension|Comments Off on Front Extension, Virginia Waters

Update from Fluent-ADS: Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Fluent-ADS want to keep you informed about our plans and response to the evolving Corona Virus / Covid-19 situation. We already have in place a robust plan to support our customers retaining the highest level of care, resiliency, and availability. We are, already set up to be able to respond quickly and provide a [...]

By |2020-03-16T09:45:02+00:00March 16th, 2020|Blog|Comments Off on Update from Fluent-ADS: Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Expert Kitchen Extension Ideas & Planning

Expert Kitchen Extension Ideas & Planning Adding a kitchen extension can transform your home, creating more space, improving functionality, and letting in natural light. Whether you're extending your property or reconfiguring layouts, exploring expert kitchen extension ideas and planning tips ensures you make the most of your investment. Here, we provide essential guidance for [...]

By |2024-11-28T15:46:11+00:00March 10th, 2020|3 Minute Read, Blog, Home Extensions, Remodelling|Comments Off on Expert Kitchen Extension Ideas & Planning

Kitchen Extension Planning Advice

Expert Kitchen Extension Ideas & Planning Adding a kitchen extension can transform your home, creating more space, improving functionality, and letting in natural light. Whether you're extending your property or reconfiguring layouts, exploring expert kitchen extension ideas and planning tips ensures you make the most of your investment. Here, we provide essential guidance for [...]

By |2024-11-28T15:53:10+00:00February 13th, 2020|3 Minute Read, Blog, Home Extensions, Remodelling|Comments Off on Kitchen Extension Planning Advice

How To Add A Bedroom To Your Home

How To Add A Bedroom To Your Home Adding an extra bedroom to your home is a fantastic way to enhance your living space, accommodate growing needs, and increase the value of your property. Whether you’re planning for a growing family, a guest room, or a home office, the possibilities are endless. But how [...]

By |2024-11-28T14:59:09+00:00January 10th, 2020|3 Minute Read, Blog, Home Extensions|Comments Off on How To Add A Bedroom To Your Home

Internal Remodel & Rear Extension, Epsom

Transforming a Townhouse with a Stunning Glass Gable End Extension Internal Remodel & Rear Extension, Epsom When Alex and Graham moved into their 1990s townhouse, they immediately realized it didn’t suit their lifestyle. With small rooms and the main living areas located on the first floor, the layout wasn’t ideal for their young children [...]

By |2024-12-02T16:58:41+00:00November 19th, 2019|Home Extensions, Projects, Rear Extension|Comments Off on Internal Remodel & Rear Extension, Epsom

Rear extension, Addlestone

Our clients Mike and Joanna invited us to their Addlestone property last week to see their completed rear extension. We were approached back in 2018 by the couple, who wanted to create an open kitchen diner that would allow for family gatherings, ideally so that it could fit a large table to seat everybody. [...]

By |2021-08-09T12:43:17+01:00October 21st, 2019|Home Extensions, Projects, Rear Extension|Comments Off on Rear extension, Addlestone
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