Windows often provide a focal point for a room given that they are normally large and prominent. They provide a huge amount of light and add to the room’s ambience, improving both the room’s look and feel. But because they command so much focus they can often be a difficult and unique design challenge. Let’s…
A common issue that homeowners face is to run late or over budget on a renovation project. When constructing or renovating a property, it is not hard to miss schedules or end up with excessive spending. Here are some of the most common reasons why this happens and some tips on how to try and…
The Generation Game, a report on inheritance in the UK, found that at least five million people aged between 25 and 45 expect to inherit a minimum of £50,000 from parents or grandparents. Image Credit Researchers, who spoke to those over 55 who planned to leave money to children or grandchildren, those aged 25 to…
What is brick cladding? It’s a construction term that describes the process of adding brick as a coat onto another type of material, whether that’s to provide a specific function or to make it look more aesthetically pleasing. Here are some of the advantages if you’re considering installing brick cladding to your property:
The private rented sector in the UK has increased dramatically over the past ten years, partly driven by the appearance of ‘accidental landlords’. Image Credit According to the latest figures for 2017, the private rented sector accounted for 20 per cent of households in England. According to a survey by the National Landlords Association, up…
One of the fastest growing technology segments involves fitness tracking apps and gadgets. Whether your activity of choice is a daily yoga session, marathon training or planning rugby drills, there is an app or gadget out there which claims to help you make progress. Well over 25 million will be sold this year. They can…
London is the UK’s premier city and one of the major cities of the world, and it is already home to a considerable population. However, populations have a tendency to grow, and London is expected to become home to another 1.5 million people by 2030. How is the city going to cope and provide all…
Choosing flooring for commercial settings usually involves many more decisions than simply opting for the type that looks best. While appearance is a necessary consideration, there are usually other factors to think about, such as acoustics, maintenance requirements and energy management. Image Credit Demands of a facility The day-to-day demands of particular facilities must influence…
In an increasingly security-focused time, one of the most common methods of entertainment might have been made into a surveillance tool for corporations, states, or even unknown third parties.
Cheltenham Spa grew from a tiny Saxon farm village to the large town that we know today – and the main reason for the population boom started over 300 years ago when a farmer saw some pigeons pecking at salts in a field! After seeing this regularly (and noticing that the pigeons were looking healthy!),…