Having a basement in your home provides extra space that can be used to accommodate friends, relatives, and excess items that need to be stored. It’s also a safe haven when the hurricane comes around. In fact, most basements are designed like any other home that has a kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and a living room….
In today’s post for Interior Design Business column, I thought it would be cool to share some useful iPhone apps that I usually use for my work. Feel free to share yours in the comments after this post! VSCO One of the best software for photo editing. It allows to capture photos and editing them using…
Building a home from scratch is not for the faint-hearted. There is a lot to think about, and more to the point, an awful lot that can go wrong. Nevertheless, self-builds are becoming increasingly popular. You have the chance to design a house that fits your exact specifications, and once the project has reached completion,…
When it comes to building an in-ground pool, there are really only two viable construction materials to consider, fiberglass and concrete. In this article we’re going to look at the pros and cons of using fiberglass specifically and why it might be the best material for you to use – read on for more. The…
Have you ever walked through your home and wondered how to make a big statement that speaks to your signature style? You could embrace celebrity culture and opt for something over the top like Tracy Morgan, who had a 2,700-gallon shark tank weighing more than 50 tons, Animal Planet reports. Shark lovers can rejoice and…
Many people are investing in temporary housing while they take on a new city, new job, or new internship. Rental housing is the perfect way to dip your toes into a new situation before committing fully. These houses might not feel like home at first, but renting gives you the ability to experiment with…
Making a home beautiful is what most people look forward to. Renovating your home goes up to changing your garage door opener at the discount garage door. However, before you start the renovation process, the following are decorating ideas, which you can consider. 1. Choose the decorating style you want In case you are able…
There is a growing trend among homeowners who have elderly parents, or who is looking to make some income off their property, and that is to install a granny flat on their property. A granny flat is a self-contained unit on the property (or as part of the main house) that has all the amenities…
Toilet ejector pumps, also called sewage ejector pumps, are used in houses where the laundry room, the bathroom or all types of plumbing fixtures, in general, are located under the main sewage septic line for various reasons (geographical limitations or house design). Since the flow of wastewater depends on gravity because it contains high amounts…
Deciding to move home and finding the perfect property is an exciting thing to do. Once you have picked the ideal place, you get to think about how you want your new home to look, and what you can do to make it feel like your own. But before you do that, you likely need…
Many period homes have loft space that is perfect for converting into extra living areas. Victorian and Edwardian houses, in particular, tend to have generously proportioned attics with ample roof pitch that can be turned into beautiful feature bedrooms. Do you need planning permission? The good news is that residential loft conversions are considered…
Autumn is a beautiful season, where the leaves on the trees change color and the weather cools down. However, it is often the bane of many yards’ existence. Flowers and plants wilt, leaves cover the ground, and you may find yourself struggling with maintaining your yard and keeping it beautiful. You might feel like you…