Most people extend for space, but what makes a new kitchen or family room feel special is light. Getting it right is about more than adding as much glass as possible: where the light comes from, how much heat comes with it and how the glass is framed all matter. Here our team sets out how we approach the glazing in an extension, from the back wall to the roof. Start with orientation Before you choose products, look at which way the extension faces. South- and west-facing glas

Ask most UK homeowners to describe their dream property and a garden features near the top of the list. You do not need to move to enjoy yours more: with the right doors and a few considered choices, your house and garden can flow together as one space. Below, our team shares the indoor outdoor living ideas we return to again and again, from doors and thresholds to flooring, colour and planting. Why indoor-outdoor living matters Research by Origin found that 80% of homeowners