Apart from the decoration and the furnishings, lighting is a vital part of the room. You want the rooms in your house to look warm and inviting, but they also have to be functional. Using lighting incorrectly can spoil all the hard work you put into the room. Here are some ideas to help you…
There’s nothing inherently wrong with a dark home. Some people prefer them, but let’s face it – the vast majority of us thrive on natural light. Lighter, brighter homes are more attractive on the market, meaning that they often come with a higher price tag. But what if you are in the process of buying…
If you’re getting tired of how your kitchen looks, then kitchen renovations are something that you should definitely consider. Here are some of the best tips we have gathered just for you. Tip #1: Efficiency Is Very Important For starters, it’s important that you think about how you actually use the space. A lot of…
When you think of the word porcelain, you might think of the china items that you can buy in a store. Porcelain tiles are a very different commodity, and they are not that different from tiles that are regarded as ceramic. If you are thinking of having your bathroom or kitchen tiled, you have probably…
Nowadays, more and more people are interested in the idea of investing in rental properties. Although there are definitely many benefits to enjoy, such as extra income, you have to consider that in order to experience these, you must ensure that your property is in good condition and fully secured. You don’t want your future…
Most people aren’t blessed with ample space – it’s either because they live in an apartment, or they can’t afford a large property at the moment. Then, there are those who prefer smaller homes, mainly because small is beautiful. It’s practical and very easy to maintain. No matter what your reason for living in a…
Most bedroom renovations involve things such as changing the curtains, switching out the bed frame and adding more pictures to the walls. While these add brilliant style and colour to your bedroom, they’re also expensive and not as functional as something like adding lights or more pillows. As much as design is appreciated, you should…
Sluggish property markets, high interest rates and jumping through hoops to get a mortgage can be off putting if you are thinking of moving home. But with space lacking, you still need to find a resolution. Or maybe it is not lack of room but the way in which the available space is configured. If…
With the changing seasons, you bring changes to your home to give it a seasonal touch. For example, in the winter time, you make your home more cosy and warm to protect yourself from the cold weather outside. Likewise, when the spring or the summer season comes, you like an openness in your home to…
One of the most important things that any interior designer should constantly do is exploring new places for sourcing materials, furniture, decor and textile. Clients don’t hire us for buying furniture in IKEA – unless you want to do some amazing hacks with it afterwards. They all want something original and reflecting their personality (if you…
We had a chat yesterday with my friend. She is an interior photographer and we talked about another interior photographer that we both know. My friend mentioned something like “She does exactly the same stuff as I do, but makes it look as if she is doing something really, really important”… How many times we have experienced the…
Every homeowner longs to stay in a clean house. At times, however, due to busy lifestyles, sheer laziness, or lack of time and will, many homes remain cluttered and untidy. Regardless of how busy you are, or what your excuse might be, it is important that you stay on top of your home cleaning at…