I know. When things drag on or when there’s a hiccup along the way, keeping that renovation motivation going can be tough. When your project starts, you’re filled with excitement, ideas and can’t wait to get going. Then there’s the seemingly endless research, getting quotes and lead times – not to mention time on site if you’re having major work done. It’s all worth it in the end, I should add. I repeat: it’s all worth it in the end.…
In the March issue of @kbbmagazine, you’ll find many clever tips on making the most of a small kitchen, including inspiration from gorgeous real renovations that prove compact doesn’t mean lacking in style…
I'm not surprised that the DIY/renovation/property bug has hit. Many of us have spent the best part of a year in our homes and realised those little niggles are actually things that need fixing, or that rooms could simply work better for family life…
Welcome the February issue of Kitchens Bedrooms & Bathrooms magazine. Have you watched all those home organisation programmes on TV lately? From Marie Kondo’s show to Get Organised with The Home Edit and re-runs of interior design classics streaming across our favourite platforms, it seems we (or I at least) have gone all out for inspiration on getting our spaces in order. I’ve said it many times, but there’s nothing I like more than having a good old sort out.…
Looking for inspiration for your kitchen, bedroom or bathroom project? There’s nothing like snooping around someone else’s home renovation to get ideas (virtually, or otherwise). I’d say one of the best parts of my jobs is that I get to see inside so many lovely kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms and pinch ideas from other homeowners to introduce into my own spaces. There is a hazard of this job though: sometimes there are just too many ideas and my new favourite…
Welcome the January 2021 issue of Kitchens Bedrooms & Bathrooms magazine. This month I am asking: why is it that parties always end up in the kitchen? No matter how big or small the gathering, it’s the place to be. While I’m sure the proximity to food and drink may have something to do with it, it’s definitely the room in the house that seems to draw people together to have a good old knees up. While trends and the…
During winter we naturally want to hibernate. There are fewer daylight hours and colder weather, which together mean we may find it harder to get up in the mornings, and we may also feel more lethargic and sleepier than usual during the day. Sounds familiar, right?…
If you’re planning a renovation, such as a new kitchen, or want to get those finishing touches sorted by the end of the year, Black Friday could be a great opportunity to buy big-ticket items such as appliances. “Shop wisely” is my motto, but before I click buy, I’m following these tips – all from consumer shopping experts so join me in heading their advice…
