Many people fantasise about having their very own swimming pool, but think that it’s something that is just not possible. Well, we have news for you! As long as you have the space and a fair amount of budget then it may be far more achievable than you think. Swimming pools add a huge amount […]
Is A Granny Flat The Best Solution For Where Your Parent Or Parents Should Live?
Her caring grand daughters with a smiling granny – Photo Courtesy: United Pentecostal Church A lot of people reach a time when they have to make difficult choices about what is best for their elderly parents and their well-being. While it can be tough to think that the people who brought us up can […]
Interesting Things You Can Do With Your Garden Shed!
Denise’s garden shed, near Keesville, New York – Photo Courtesy: Teresa, the ‘Gritty City Girl’ Whether you already have a shed you don’t feel you are getting the best use of, or are thinking of building a new one, there is far more you can do with it than use it to store your […]
Why Are Pool Enclosures Important?
Having your own pool is great and gives you a really wonderful place where you can spend quality time relaxing, hanging out with family or friends, or simply exercising. However, a pool does present some safety issues, which need to be addressed so you can use your pool with confidence, even when children and […]
What On Earth Is A Land Survey And Why Do I Need One?
House buying and selling is always a stressful game, and there are a lot of areas that you suddenly need to be an expert in! When you are buying a home, part of the process always involves a land survey. This is a vital step and one that should not be overlooked. Buying a house […]
Gadgetry Add A Little Luxury To Your Living Quarters With Amazing Results!
Image Courtesy: Welcome to Alville If you’ve had a little windfall or have found some extra cash from somewhere, then firstly, congratulations! Now what are you going to spend it on? You could do a lot worse than investing in a few gadgets for your home that will give your digs the luxurious feel you’ve […]
Granite Floors Scream ‘Style’ – But Only When They’re Clean!
Fascinating reflection in black granite of a beautiful mouth-blown glass vase, made for Peggy by her son Peter, with sunlight streaming through it from the window. Photo Courtesy: Peggy If you have granite floors in your home, whether inside or outside, you’ll know just how much class they add to your dwelling. Granite is chic, […]
House Renovation – It’s The Little Things That Make The Big Differences!
A house under renovation in Istanbul, Turkey – Photo Courtesy: Mwanasimba If you’ve ever done up a house then you’ll know how the finishing touches often take longer than the structural work itself! The details are so important in house renovation, from the interior design to the practicalities. In this article, we will focus on […]
Our Suburbs Are Expanding Faster Than Ever, But Is Urban Sprawl Always A Bad Thing?
Rapid Urbanisation in China – Image Courtesy: Surian Soosay The term ‘urban sprawl’ is almost exclusively used in a negative way, conjuring up images of pollution, traffic problems, and green space sacrificed to make way for a seemingly endless number of new homes and business premises. Here we take a look at what urban […]
Turn Your Boring Bedroom Into A Bourgeois Boudoir!
Photo Courtesy: Tinymine Small Living Could your bedroom do with a little more glamour? Bedrooms should be sanctuaries that relax, calm and promote good sleep. But all too often, they turn into something of a dumping ground with dirty laundry on the floor and over-spilling cupboards and drawers. There are a few little touches that […]