Kitchen islands are so delightfully versatile: a place to chop vegetables, have a quick breakfast, or set up your work from home office. But what style will work best in your kitchen?…
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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
When renovating your kitchen, there are some clever ways in which you can make the space work for you and your family. One way is to treat the space as a…
There is a new breed of interior designers out there offering e.design - comprising of layout and furnishing advice – but without any construction work, decorating or installation. Think of…
A semi-detached property which hasn't been touched for decades is sumptuously tempting for any renovator looking for a project. And if there's a decent-sized garden that goes along with it, there's…
Wanting influences from old-style bars and restaurants from the Mediterranean, Helen Parker, creative director of Devol also wanted to acknowledge the era and location of her home, “so I had to…
I have heard many a tale about kitchens that have taken shape with a decades-old Aga or fab colourful design as the starting point – and I always think it's…
Owning a Victorian property – one that needs a lot of TLC – is up there on a most renovators wishlists. And can you blame them? With ample character, high ceilings,…
Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply sitting down for a casual meal with the family, the last thing you want is for cooking smells to linger. And I’m pretty sure we…
Imagine the scene – you’re sitting around the table with friends, chatting away after a nice dinner… and suddenly the dishwasher interrupts the nice atmosphere. Or you’re cooking and trying to chat to the kids and the extractor is so loud you can barely hear yourself think. Awkward, right? And not very comfortable, either. Luckily, there is plenty of quiet appliances for the kitchen these days, from washing machines and dishwashers to extractors and microwaves – not to forget food…
