How to Start a Home Renovation | Podcast S4E1
Wondering how to start a home renovation? Tune in to this podcast episode for tips and advice from Phil Spencer. He’s joined by special guest Nick Stockley, Chief Design Officer for Resi, the UK’s leading architectural platform. Whether you’ve renovated before or are unsure how to start a renovation, this episode will guide you.
Why should you listen?
Give this episode a listen to hear Phil and Nick discuss a range of topics, including:
- How to grow your home
- Why people are renovating more than ever
- How to approach the design & plan of an extension to kickstart your renovation journey
- Considerations for flats vs. houses
- How to plan a renovation and learn initial steps in starting a home makeover
- How to weigh up your options
- How to use space creatively
- Ideas for small rooms e.g. utilising vertical space
Improving your home is no small undertaking, and has many moving parts, but we’re here to help every step of the way. It’s crucial to know the initial steps in your home renovation, as proper planning can make or break the success of your project.
Why tackle a home renovation project?
A house is much more than an empty shell, it’s your home. These are spaces we live, work and set down roots in. So, you need to ensure your property is delivering what it needs to. Renovation work can also add value to your home, which will be good news when you come to sell. Learn how home renovation projects can be rewarding.

Who are Resi?
Huge thanks to our show sponsor Resi, the UK’s leading architectural service. With over a hundred in-house experts, Resi makes it easier than ever to extend, renovate, or create a home from scratch. Whether you need design or technical drawings, planning support or help to finance your build, through their unique Dashboard, you can create a package perfectly tailored to your project. Resi offers solutions from inception to completion of your home renovation.
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Keen to hear more about home renovations?
There’s seven more episodes to go, each full of insights to help you create your dream home. Don’t miss the next one, where we explain planning permission and permitted development. Beginning a home renovation might seem overwhelming; make sure you tune in for expert advice.
