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Ideal Home
Ideal Home
Sophie Warren-Smith

Should I convert my garage or build an extension? I asked design experts about the pros and cons and how to tell which is better

Powder blue kitchen in a light filled extension with a tulip table in the background.

Have you got a growing family and space is feeling tight? Wondering how to feel less cramped without moving? You might find yourself weighing up a garage conversion and an extension to ease those space pressures.

Converting a garage that's only used for storing things you rarely need, Could be a great way to make that existing space work harder for your home. Another bonus is that it won't eat up any garden space.

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