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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Want to turn your home into a delightful summer villa? The Mediterranean design trend continues to be popular all over the world. And one of the reasons is because it reminds us of warm summer days in beautiful places. The minimalist Mediterranean design trend draws influence from northern Africa and southern Europe, embracing aqua blue…
There are a few basic conditions when it comes to the kitchen. We want it to be clean, tidy and – most importantly – functional. In the past, we’ve seen dozens of kitchen trends appeal to each of these needs, from streamlined cabinets to the ever-popular and convenient kitchen island. And, as with every year,…
We’re a few days into 2021 and already we’ve spent more time at home than we’d like. If you’re growing tired of being stuck in the same four walls, it’s time to get creative and start tackling some budget-friendly home makeovers. And, what better room to start with than the bedroom? The place where you…