Stories from Site - Renovation Podcast

This week we chat with Rachel, an architect whose main ambition for her renovation was to make her small London terrace home feel more spacious and light.

Working with limited space, Rachel and her partner squeezed every last inch out of their home to create useful spaces from the nooks and crannies.

We talked to her about the techniques they use to make their small space feel larger and brighter and the joys of a nice light switch.

You can find Rachel and her work on Instagram @rachel_eccles_architect

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
Website:  https://www.plykea.com/
Instagram: @plykeakitchens

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

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In this week's episode, we talk with Leo and Ru, a renovation duo comprising an architect and interior designer.

 What initially began as a professional project quickly evolved into a new exciting chapter for their family.  Discover valuable insights from this incredible couple on transforming a site into a dream home.


Find Leo and Ru on instagram at @leo_kinderdesign and @openpracticearch.

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
Website:  https://www.plykea.com/
Instagram: @plykeakitchens

👉  Join the waitlist for the HomeNotes App HERE!  🎉

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

Check out our Getting Started Course to make a plan for your project.
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In this episode, we chat with Natasha about her remarkable 24 year journey of transforming a Victorian house into a beautiful home.

We discuss how she balanced her vision with practical necessities, as well as navigating the challenges of being a location house and the importance of inclusive design.

Find Natasha on instagram @untillemonsrsweet

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
Website:  https://www.plykea.com/
Instagram: @plykeakitchens

👉  Join the waitlist for the HomeNotes App HERE!  🎉

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

Check out our Getting Started Course to make a plan for your project.
Website: https://homenotes.co
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This week we chat with a renowned property developer known for transforming homes with creativity and quality. In this episode, Sara shares the challenges and rewards of renovating her own family home, a transformation of a 1950s pebble dash house. 

Get practical advice on managing design anxieties, the financial realities of extensions, and the impact of thoughtful, original design.

 Whether you’re a budding developer or a renovation enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into crafting exceptional homes.

Find Sara on Instagram @houseobsessed

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
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Instagram: @plykeakitchens

👉  Join the waitlist for the HomeNotes App HERE!  🎉

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

Check out our Getting Started Course to make a plan for your project.
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This week we hear Anna's inspiring story of renovating her childhood home into her own modern family space.

Balancing the preservation of her father's architectural features with sleek contemporary updates, Anna faced contractor challenges and learned to trust their instincts.  Tune in to explore her journey of heritage, design and lessons learned along the way.

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
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Instagram: @plykeakitchens

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

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In this bonus episode, Amy and Jane round up their key takeaways and top tips shared by the renovators in our sixth series of the Stories from Site podcast.

They discuss the common themes that emerged, including the importance of communication, the need for clear documentation and some cooking analogies! 

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
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Instagram: @plykeakitchens

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

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This week we sit down with Irene to chat about her personal renovation journey, a renovation of a quirky house in leafy East London. 

We meander through her work as an architect with husband Peter, the difficulties of making decisions, and the joy of creating space together for expanding family life.

You can find Irene and Pete's work @ https://astrainscheldt.com/ and on instagram @astrainscheldt

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
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Instagram: @plykeakitchens

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

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This week we chat to builders Sian and James who share their inspiring journey from purchasing their first terrace home to transforming a 1930s semi detached for their growing family.

They share their insights and tips for navigating renovations efficiently, including the importance of budgeting, phasing projects, and working with trusted builders.

You can find Sian and James on Instagram @jawhitneybuilders and at www.jawhitney.co.uk/

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
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Instagram: @plykeakitchens

👉  Join the waitlist for the HomeNotes App HERE!  🎉

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

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This week we chat with Lorna about her home renovation alongside her architect husband James.

She reflects on how her experience running an estate agency has influenced their renovation approach.

And as they prepare for yet another renovation project with two young children in tow, Lorna provides insights into the key aspects of creating a valuable and functional home. 

Find Lorna and her estate agency Bonnington Square @bonningtonsquare.com and on instagram @bonnington_square

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
Website:  https://www.plykea.com/
Instagram: @plykeakitchens

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

Check out our Getting Started Course to make a plan for your project.
Website: https://homenotes.co
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In this episode we chat with Gemma, a furniture, interior and spatial designer who created her own family home on a budget.

We discussed the joys of creating a practical home fit for family life and the art of using good design to elevate off the shelf items, as well as cost effective solutions to create something special.

Gemma shares her practical insights, tips, and plenty of inspiration about how to craft your ideal home, even on a modest budget.

You can find Gemma's practice at www.studiofabbri.co.uk and on Instagram @studiofabbri

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This podcast is sponsored by Plykea;
Website:  https://www.plykea.com/
Instagram: @plykeakitchens

👉  Join the waitlist for the HomeNotes App HERE!  🎉

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Stories from Site is brought to you by HomeNotes;

Check out our Getting Started Course to make a plan for your project.
Website: https://homenotes.co
Instagram: @wearehomenotes