Remodelling bungalows

The rather fusty label that often comes attached to bungalows is actually an outdated view. Not only good for demolition and replacement — the humble bungalow has an awful lot going for it.

As well as fitting in with the more modern approach to renovation, that of creating a home for life, bungalows also often come complete with generous plots and bags of design potential.

Here we take a look at the various styles of bungalows that can be found in and around the UK and their associated design challenges — and show you how to overcome them in order to create a thoroughly modern home.

Why renovate a bungalow?

Whichever way you look at it, many bungalows are pretty greedy when it comes to land — they have a greater footprint for the same amount of overall square metreage as a house. However, they present some real opportunities for renovators out there looking to create a dream home.

Firstly, they tend to be built on large plots, giving buyers the potential to extend out. Secondly, they have low roofs, for ease of maintenance. And thirdly, they provide accessible accommodation that is easy and relatively low cost to maintain (no second storey windows, to name but one example).

Finally, many bungalows are considered rather