There’s so much to think about when planning the renovation or the building of a home - the colour of tiles and cabinets and the brands of in-built appliances to name just two – that owners often overlook a fundamental: electrical installations. But luckily, there's the electrotechnical installer or the architect, to play an advisory role...

What follows are ten recommendations that will make every home owner happy with the investment budget... and frustrated for the rest of their time living in the house.