First considerations; 1. Your aims; 2. Some typical conversions, renovations and restorations; 3. Situation and outlook; 4. Estate agents details and visiting properties; 5. Regulations; What is going to be done? 6. Extensions and verandas; 7. Conversions; 8. Complete transformation and redesign; 9. Renovation; 10. Restoration; 11. Redecoration; 12. Outhouses, swimming pools and terraces; Practical advice; 13. Basic materials and tools, 14. Choice of building materials and shopping around; 15. DIY, architect or professional contractor? 16. Cost, finance and taxation; 17. Useful web sites