CONTENTS 249 175 182 222 UNDER WRAPS We join Sarah at her latest project, a multi-purpose family room in a converted basement 229 ODD JOBS Tackle those maintenance tasks you've been putting off to keep your home in tip-top shape 236 BEAT THE BURGLAR How to secure your home and keep it safe as houses 240 NEW LEASE OF LIFE An extension gives one reader the space to create an eclectic home packed with character OUTSIDE 249 OUTDOOR DELIGHTS Spruce up your garden or outdoor space with these stylish goodies 254 TIME TO SPRUCE UP Now's the time to prepare your home and garden for winter 262 THE GREAT OUTDOORS Create a space in your garden that you can use all year round. We show you how 270 GARDEN GREATS Extend your living space outside with the addition of awnings, conservatories and sheds 276 MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSION Don't neglect the appearance of your home. We look at a few 240 ways to give it the gorgeous makeover it deserves 283 JUST PARK IT Why not convert your garage into a practical family room? AND FINALLY 290 CATCH UP WITH SARAH BEENY Get up close and personal with our guest editor 292 ASK SARAH The property guru answers reader questions and solves your design dilemmas 297 STOCKISTS Where to find all the great stuff listed in this issue www.athomemagazine.co.uk NOVEMBER 2015 | 015