Author Archives for Sara D'Souza

No-dig gardening guide

June 4, 2026 8:50 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Regenerative gardening is on the up, and there are a number of changes you can make to incorporate this. No-dig... View Article

A cosy snug or living room used just for relaxing can be transformative in a home without an open-plan layout

Are we moving away from the open-plan layout?

November 6, 2025 10:20 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

The trend for open-plan layouts versus separate rooms in houses has waxed and waned since the dawn of time, reflecting... View Article

Basement conversion guide

September 5, 2025 9:30 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

With floorspace at a premium in many UK houses, basement conversions will give you extra room and can add around... View Article

Use large picture windows to help with light and ventilation in your loft conversion

Loft conversion guide

September 3, 2025 11:40 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

With space at a premium in many UK houses, extending upwards with a loft conversion can add both much-needed useable... View Article

Incorporating edibles into the mix in your garden enables you to both enjoy their beauty and harvest the food to feed your family.

How to design an edimental garden

August 6, 2025 10:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Coined by the horticulturalist Stephen Barstow, an edimental garden is a portmanteau of edi (edible) and mental (ornamental). While the... View Article

Soto Gardens can help you choose the right plants to zone your garden

Lawn-free garden ideas

June 24, 2025 10:51 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

A lush square of regularly mown grass was once the marker of a well-kept garden, but times have changed and... View Article

A row of Victorian houses in a London mews

How to make a Victorian house feel bigger

June 11, 2025 10:15 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Architecture was booming in the Victorian times and there was great scope for creativity in their design. They’re still the... View Article

Blend your kitchen island into your flooring as an updated tiling idea

Victorian house tiling ideas

April 2, 2025 10:19 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

In the 19th century Victorian era life was booming, prospering from the wealth of the Industrial Revolution and boundaries were... View Article

Bring Victorian style parquet flooring into your hallway Victorian flooring

Victorian house hall ideas

March 13, 2025 7:00 pm Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Victorian houses run the gamut, from countryside cottages to city terraces, but a Victorian house hall, be it large or... View Article

Hotel Corazon has plenty of hotel design ideas that you can replicate at home

Inspiring hotel design ideas to steal for your own project

December 5, 2024 10:42 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

From home-from-home retreats to cutting-edge architecture, these hotel design ideas to steal cover work from the world’s leading architects, designers... View Article

Annie Sloan is a go-to for decorative painting and DIY furniture upcycling

Essential paint brands you need to know about – including those showcased at Grand Designs Live

October 6, 2024 4:00 pm Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Grand Designs Live is in full swing – with visitors getting the chance to explore the much-anticipated Grand House and... View Article

Installing a water softener in your home comes with a myriad of benefits

Should you get a water softener?

September 30, 2024 10:01 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Given the fact that over 60% of UK households have hard water, and this is water that is measured as... View Article

Thomas Crapper's toilets blend traditional design with modern touches

Downstairs toilet ideas

August 14, 2024 11:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Downstairs toilets are a must-have for a modern home and can, when done well, add 5% to the value of... View Article

Exemplary coastal outdoor lighting from the Linea Light Group

Outdoor lighting guide

August 12, 2024 10:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Whether you have a porch, patio, terrace, or garden, this outdoor lighting guide will help you determine what type of... View Article

Look at sliding screens to zone your walk in wardrobe from your bedroom

Walk-in wardrobe ideas

August 2, 2024 10:56 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

If you’re creating a dream wish list for your home, consider adding one of these walk-in wardrobe ideas to create... View Article

Open up light and space in your home with rooflights and skylights

Guide to all the different window types for your home

July 26, 2024 10:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Arguably, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when it comes to home renovation is your window type. Framing the... View Article

A built in porch with an overhang and side lights

Porch ideas to increase your kerb appeal

July 25, 2024 10:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

The word porch originates from the French word porche, meaning vestibule, derived from the Latin phrase Porticus, meaning a covered... View Article

Dark surface ceramics bring depth and sophistication to a room

Ceramic surface ideas for your home

July 19, 2024 10:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Ceramic surface ideas for homes have been around for centuries, with early iterations of tiles traced back to around 4,000... View Article

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