Category Archives: Helpful guides

Thinking of sprucing up your home? Whether you’ve recently renovated or are just thinking about a few minor changes, giving your walls, ceilings, or even woodwork a new coat of colour is a quick and easy way of transforming your space. As well as colour, paint finishes and effects dictate the look and feel of […]

If choosing an exterior colour scheme fills you with dread… you’re not alone! There’s no doubt, painting your entire house can feel like a daunting proposition. Whether it’s time, money, or the massive change to home’s appearance, it’s a big task – and one you don’t want to do twice. Luckily though. With a few […]

From the shard to the gherkin, the cheesegrater and the walkie-talkie, these infamous skyscrapers (and their comical nicknames) dominate the city’s iconic skyline. Nonetheless. There’s also so much more to London’s modern architecture than just its legendary skyscrapers and towering office blocks. Whether its train stations, the Tate galleries or tourist information hubs, London’s rich […]

If you’re building a new home or making changes to your existing property, one of the very first considerations should be your construction materials. Brick is one of the oldest building materials in the world. Throughout the history of construction, we’ve relied on brick. As well as its long history, brick is one of the […]

With so much time spent at home over the past couple of years, homeowners are increasingly focused on improving the look and function of their properties. Whilst living spaces, gardens and home offices were big trends for 2021, now it’s time for bathroom design!  Consider this. Bathrooms are one of the hardest working rooms in […]

So you’re thinking of renovating your home? Improving an existing property is a wonderful way to create a home full of character that’s perfectly suited to your needs. Especially if you live in an older property, it allows you to make the most of any original features and if done right can provide a significant […]

Charming and quaint? Luxurious and cosy? Practical and modern? Choosing your perfect bedroom style is an exciting decision that allows you to reflect your personality and lifestyle. Introduction. As many of us have spent more time indoors than ever before, you wouldn’t be the first to find yourself imagining renovating your dream bedroom. Whether you’ve […]

For anyone building their own property, or even purchasing a new build home from a developer – you’ve got your pick of architectural styles. What styles do you like? Do you love Victorian decorative detailing, the bold geometry of Art Deco, smooth contemporary lines or the refined elegance of the Georgian period? Finding it hard […]

Living in an eco-friendly manner involves minimising damaging effects on the environment as far as possible. Domestic homes contribute a massive amount to our carbon footprint, whether that’s through construction, energy usage or design choices. It’s for this reason that many homeowners are asking – what can be done? The good news is that with […]

The kitchen is the hub of the home and the recent global pandemic has taught people a thing or two about how important and often multi-functional their kitchen needs to be. A new kitchen is an investment in your property as well as a lifestyle statement, so what’s hot in 2021?  Kitchen design is just […]