Stories from Site

Stories from Site is the award-winning renovation podcast that digs a little deeper behind those beautiful home images to hear about the process people actually went through to get there.

This podcast is sponsored by Plykea. Listen out for a Plykea discount code within the podcast especially for our listeners!

Stories from Site is the award-winning renovation podcast that digs a little deeper behind those beautiful home images to hear about the process people actually went through to get there.

This podcast is sponsored by Plykea. Listen out for a Plykea discount code within the podcast especially for our listeners!

55. Transforming an 80s bungalow on the Isle of Wight

In this episode, we chat with Emily about her bold transformation of an 80s bungalow on the Isle of Wight. Emily shares the technical and design challenges she faced, the importance of retrofitting for energy efficiency, and the realities of managing a major renovation.

54. Reviving a 1930s home: Trials, triumphs and lessons learned

In this episode, we chat with Katharine about her ambitious renovation of a derelict 1930s house in Salisbury. From budgeting struggles to unexpected setbacks, she shares the highs and lows of turning a neglected property into a family home.

53. The 3 week reno: With a little help from our friends

In this episode, Lydia returns to 'Stories from Site’ to share the challenges and triumphs of transforming the space on a very tight budget in a whirlwind three-week renovation with support from friends and family.

52. DIY with Heart: Lessons from a YouTube legend

This week, we sit down with Vikkie, a DIY renovator and youtube educator, who takes us through her step-by-step journey of transforming an auction-bought property into a dream home.

51. Biophilila and balance: Renovating with wellness design

This week we chat with Kailas, a seasoned architect with a passion for designing spaces that promote wellbeing. We discuss the process of renovating his own mid-terrace Victorian house, focusing on the integration of wellness design principles.

50. Reno rollercoaster: What we wish we knew before we started

This week we chat with Paul and Nicky who share their journey of transforming a cramped kitchen and outdated conservatory into a spacious, character-filled living area.

49. Our takeaways: End of series round up

In this bonus episode we take a moment to look back on this series and discuss favourite top takeaways from our lovely guests.In this bonus episode we take a moment to look back on this series and discuss favourite top takeaways from our lovely guests.

48. Design-led renovation: Exploring the value of collaboration

In this bonus episode we take a moment to look back on this series and discuss favourite top takeaways from our lovely guests.In this bonus episode we take a moment to look back on this series and discuss favourite top takeaways from our lovely guests.

47. Every last drop: Squeezing the most out of a small home renovation

This week we chat with Rachel, an architect whose main ambition for her renovation was to make her small London terraced home feel more spacious and light. Working with limited space Rachel and her partner Andrew squeezed every last inch out of their home to create useful space from the nooks and crannies.

46. From garage to home: A backland London development

In this week’s episode we talk with Leo and Ru, a renovation duo comprising an architect and interior designer,. They share their captivating journey of transforming a mechanics garage in Southeast London into a unique family home. We discuss the art of taking risks, the intricacies of identifying the ideal plot, and thoughtful development with their future community in mind.

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