Homes & Gardens

Balancing Form and Function in Modern Italian Design

When we hear “Italian furniture”, words and expressions such as luxury, blend of craftsmanship and functionality, and high quality come to mind. Thanks to using top-quality materials and fantastic design, it has acquired popularity as a status symbol.

Italian designers know how to...

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Residential log cabin facade decoration: 2 most popular types of facades

While residential log cabins have long been seen as a great choice for seasonal, they have also become less and less different from homes that can be lived year-round. Due to the unique appearance, durability and properties of wood, log cabins are today one of the most popular types of residential houses on the market. The decoration of the facade of various types of residential log cabins...

Best heating systems for your home

Heating your home is a necessity in the UK. Good heating systems help keep the house warm in the winter months and also help you save on your monthly bills. The most common heating systems in Scotland, Wales, and England are central gas heaters. However, there are more than a million that are not connected to the gas grid. Unfortunately, this occurrence is quite common in apartment complexes...

Gardening advice for people who cannot garden

There are so many of us out there who really try our best with gardening and yet we still end up with a backyard full of dying plants! If you are fortunate enough to have your own garden you want it to look beautiful and welcoming to your guests - there is nothing more off-putting than browning grass and shrivelled flowers. You can deck it out with gorgeous outdoor furniture and set up...

South Hams house sale enquiries down by 50% this year

South Hams saw a 50% decrease in house sales enquiries this year, the biggest yearly change in Devon (Jan-May 2020 vs Jan-May 2021). Meanwhile, West Devon has the least satisfied homeowners, as the location has seen the largest 3.5 year increase in homeowners looking to sell their home, as seen below:

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How to Make the Most Out of Your Outdoor Space

The idea of having an outdoor area to relax and bask in the sunlight drives many people to actually building the space. They will buy a pool for the kids, a set of outdoor furniture with the umbrella, and spend almost every weekend afternoon grilling steak or making hamburgers for the family. Others have too many friends and enjoy their visits where they play card games or sip a cold one over...

Staycation inspires show home styling in Devon

THE trends for staycationing and working from home have inspired the interior designers behind a new show home in Barnstaple, Devon. Elan Homes has opened a professionally styled and fully furnished finished example of the five-bedroom detached Dunham at Pickards at Larkbear. It’s available to view by appointment only, offering an insight into life at the popular development.

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Home improvement projects that you can start during quarantine

While everyone is stuck at home, there are several ways to make the most out of the available time. Most states are observing a strict lockdown, but still, nobody has to be bound by any rules during the quarantine. Look around to see how you can make changes to your home. Use the time available so that you can make changes to the vibe of the property. After all, most of us look forward to...

The best way to add value to your house

Even if they don't intend to sell their homes soon, homeowners want the newest gadgets and upgrades to provide value to their home. They are aware that come selling time, a valuation of the house will compare favourably with others like it as explained by propertypriceadvice.co.uk . What upgrades provide the most value?

1. Kitchen

Return on investment: 83% Families spend...

Why you should cnsider investing in high-quality carpets for your new home

Moving into a new home, whether you have invested in a new house or you are renting, can cost a lot of money. It might be tempting for a lot of people to save some money by purchasing inexpensive flooring.

Carpets are a very popular choice of flooring material and have been around for plenty of years . Due to the high demand, you can find carpets made of different materials, various...

Is Bradford a good choice for buy-to-let investments?

Since the Government introduced a temporary reduction to stamp duty rates in July 2020, there have been a huge number of property transactions and a significant increase in house prices akin to the early 2010s when recovery from the 2008 financial crash was buoyed by investors taking advantage of lower property prices.

Now that a stamp duty nil rate of £250,000 remains in place until...

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