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Basement conversion guide

September 5, 2024 10:00 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, 2024 6:00 pm 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 20, 2024 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). And while... 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

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

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

Walk-in wardrobe ideas

July 5, 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

Maximise space in your small bathroom by installing a chic wet room

Small bathroom layout ideas

June 24, 2024 3:48 pm Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Devising small bathroom layout ideas can be a challenge, but with clever tips and tricks you can turn a bijoux... View Article

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

Lawn-free garden ideas

June 17, 2024 3:58 pm 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 10, 2024 3:02 pm 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

No-dig gardening guide

June 5, 2024 10:28 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Regenerative gardening is on the up, and this years’ RHS Chelsea Flower Show was firmly focused on sustainable practises. There... View Article

A glass conservatory works well in a small garden layout

Small garden design ideas

May 22, 2024 3:05 pm Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

When it comes to small garden design, the initial planning is key. Think about which direction your garden faces and... View Article

Biodynamic lighting is all about re creating natural light inside

What is Biodynamic lighting and how can you use it?

May 15, 2024 10:00 am Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Just like seasons come and go, and tides rise and fall, nature is driven by cycles. As humans we’re wired... View Article

Bring Victorian style parquet flooring into your hallway Victorian flooring

Victorian house hall ideas

May 13, 2024 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

Grand Designs' Nina and Dan's spectacular home with its natural pool

How to design a natural swimming pool

May 8, 2024 2:43 pm Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Wild swimming – be it rivers, tarns, lakes, ponds or oceans, has a myriad of physical and mental health benefits,... View Article

A Corten steel pergola will add interest and style your your garden zoning

How to zone your garden

April 30, 2024 2:54 pm Published by Sara D'Souza Comments Off

Zone your garden well, and it can be not only a brilliant extension of your home, but re-connect you with... View Article

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