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Whether you’re going to renovate your kitchen, or redo your bathroom: if you’re itching to start your next home refurbishment, there are several things you should consider before starting out.

I’m guessing you’ve had an idea about what you want to do to your property, but are asking ‘where should I begin?’. I get it. For my own home renovation, it was all about getting rid of the very dated, and slightly disgusting, wallpapers and carpets before anything else. After this, we then measured up and assessed our space – a great place for you to start.

If you’ve lived in your home for a while, consider what it is you want to achieve, from functionality to aesthetics. Does the layout work as it is or does it require a total overhaul?

It’s also important to consider what the knock on effects will be as a whole. For example, if you plan to renovate a kitchen, how will the rest of the space be affected? I know there’s lots to think about before a renovation gets underway, so I’ve broken down everything you need to know to guide you through the planning process and beyond... Georgina

Irina

10 decluttering tips for your kitchen

Posted on 1st April 2020

As much as I would love to keep everything forever, I know I have to let them go – how handy would it be to have Marie Kondo in my kitchen to sort out my hoarding problem? But, without Marie keeping me in check, I've decided it's time to sort it out – quite literally…

Georgina

Assessing your space: why it’s important to get it right

Posted on 31st March 2020

When you've just bought a doer-upper, it's not hard to see why you'd want to get the sledgehammer out the second you've got the keys. But, assessing your space is crucial before doing any work, and here's why …

Ciara
Common decorating mistakes and how to avoid them

I’ve certainly made my fair share of questionable decisions over the years – I have a burnt orange wall in the passage way to the downstairs cloakroom, which I thought was…
27th March 2020
Hannah
Inspiration gallery: small kitchen ideas

Living in a tiny Victorian cottage I am no stranger to smaller rooms but with the right design and planning, I have learned that small can be both beautiful and functional…
26th March 2020
Stefanie
Kitchen storage: how to get it right

Tidy kitchen, tidy mind. But are you team full-height larder or more a fan of open shelving and hanging rails? Well, luckily there is something for everyone – whether you prefer…
25th March 2020
Stefanie
Compact retro-style kitchen in a south east London apartment

I instantly fell for John and Faye Parton's soft pink scheme, which not only comes in a cool colour but also fits perfectly into its surroundings – after all, their south…
18th March 2020
Stefanie
7 utility room ideas combining practicality and style

Gone are the days of small, tucked-away spaces that weren't much to talk about – these days, our utilities are just as stylish as the kitchen. Don't know where to start?…
13th March 2020
Lindsay
1930s detached house with a blue and grey kitchen

Sometimes I look at one of the many beautiful homes I am lucky enough to see as part of my job and think ‘that looks like a really homely home’. Cosy,…
12th March 2020