As kitchens become the heart and entertainment hub of the home, it’s worth making the space as functional and comfortable as possible. Making a few tweaks here and there can really pay off, not only for your own convenience but for the future value of your home and kitchen down the line. Here are 8 clever ways to add value … Read More
Anyone else already starting to feel a little frazzled and fatigued? It’s still early in the year but, somehow, the general atmosphere seems more in line with the two weeks before December break. If this sounds familiar, we’ve got a few easy tips to help you boost your mood. And it could be as simple as repainting your bedroom. It’s … Read More
It’s no wonder that Spanish-style interior design and architecture has become a major trend for 2021. It combines romantic traditionalism with cool sophistication and creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. When the outside world is feeling quite chaotic, it makes sense that people want to retreat to the peace and quiet of a romantic Spanish villa. As there’s little chance of … Read More
Everyone has their own style and taste, and why not embrace that uniqueness when you’re decorating your home? While we’d never suggest you compromise on what you like for the sake of following the crowd, we do believe there are certain design rules you should always follow – no matter what your individual preferences. If you’re tackling a remodel or … Read More
The most romantic day of the year is officially around the corner. And, as we’ll likely be staying home for much of this Valentine’s weekend, why not turn your home into a special heart-filled haven? If you normally go all-out with presents for family, friends and your significant other, but are running a little low on funds this year, try … Read More
So far 2021 has been a long year, and our budgets are already looking a bit thin. But, we still want to live in a bit of luxury, especially if we’re spending more and more time at home. Interiors expert and Mad About The House writer Kate Watson-Smyth has some tips and tricks for giving your home a luxe facelift … Read More
The kitchen is more than just the heart of the home. It’s where the family gathers to catch up, finish off last-minute work and – importantly – prepare nourishing meals. That last one is probably the most critical and requires the kitchen space to be geared for functionality. With new design and storage solutions coming up, making your kitchen more … Read More
Tackling a home renovation project can be stressful. In fact, renovations and moving into a new home come in at number 6 on the list of 10 most traumatic life events – after divorce and starting a new job. So it isn’t something to be taken lightly. And, if you’re managing the renovation yourself, you’ll be working with experts like … Read More
As the pandemic rages on all over the world, more of us are finding calm and respite in our own homes. It’s also where we’ve been spending most of our time. With this in mind, many of us took to DIY home projects last year – firstly to occupy our time while we were at home, and secondly to help … Read More
Looking to give your kitchen or bedroom a bit of a facelift? Or any other room in the house for that matter? More and more, people are choosing to go with built-in cupboards rather than traditional stock cabinetry and there are so many reason for this. Whether you need to create more storage space, make a room more organised, or … Read More