5 garden hacks to get your garden Spring ready The weather getting warmer and the days getting longer can only mean one thing; Spring has finally arrived! Making sure your garden is prepared and raring to go to take on what the season has to offer should be a priority...
In recent years, the public has shown much more of an interest in saving energy, with sales of energy-saving bulbs, insulated lofts and solar panels increasing year after year. It’s absolutely fantastic that there’s currently a real interest in saving our planet, and...
During winter your home should be a fortress against the bitter cold that wants to ruin your day outside. Making your home feel warm and cosy should be top priority in the colder months, nobody wants to be cold and miserable for three months of the year. Here are some...
Purchasing a listed building is both an honour and a responsibility. They’re historic, significant remnants of our architectural history and whether you use a building as a home or something else, it’ll be a treasured thing to own. Listed buildings are, however, a...
An infographic produced by MoneySuperMarket mapped the worst affected areas of fuel poverty in the United Kingdom. Scottish cities filled the top five positions confirming that Scots experience a higher rate of fuel poverty than the rest of the UK. The infographic...
Here at Flat Pack Houses, we get excited when we see something completely new and out of the ordinary – which is exactly why we couldn’t wait to show you this gorgeous property from Laurence Associates. This out-dated bungalow overlooking the picturesque village of...
Ever heard of marginal gains? It’s the philosophy the Sky cycling team use to get more and more efficient by changing small things. It’s surprisingly easy to use the same approach to save money on your utility bills. Here are 10 simple things you can do now to save...
When it comes to modern family homes, we’ve mentioned previously that it can be difficult to strike a perfect balance between great interior design and practicality. Family homes need to provide you with a space that your kids can enjoy, and where you can also relax....
When it comes to traditional homes, we’re positive that this gorgeous Georgian mansion has the entire vibe perfected down to a T. When we saw this gorgeous home by Carolyn Parker, we couldn’t help but want to share it with you. After all, who wouldn’t want to see such...
When it comes to designing a functional and attractive family home, this home designed by Barnes Design have definitely got it right. We’ve often found that finding something to cater to both the kids and adults can be tricky. Finding a relaxing place for parents to...
Despite not being a typical feature in homes these days, transforming old barns are always some of our favourite restoration projects – and this one is no different! Old barns could’ve had many uses previously, with many farmers building one to house their animals....
The kitchen is the heart of the home and it’s likely to be the era of your house where you spend the most time. Whether it’s hosting a dinner party or simply rustling up a quick lunch, having a nice environment for you to cook and host in can make all the difference!...
Spiral staircases have always been one of those features in a home that we’d love to have. Instead of plain-old straight stairs that add no character to your home, a spiral staircase provides the interior of your home with an exciting alternative. This kind of...
When it comes to London townhouses, there’s no doubting that it’s an interior designers’ dream to get their hands on such a small place and transform it into a mini sanctuary for a Londoner to live in. Traditionally, London townhouses do not offer much room to play...
When it comes to kid's bedrooms, it can be a struggle to find a balance between a child's play area and giving them enough room to actually sleep and relax. Their favourite Star Wars toys are often left sprawled across the room and you can even run out of space to...
Building your home is an exciting and fully customisable way of providing yourself with your perfect place to live. When you build your own home, you are able to choose exactly which features you’d like, and ensure that the layout and design of the property is...
Despite the fact that burglaries in UK have gone down significantly over the past 20 years, it is still very important that you feel safe in your own home. Homes that do not have a modern security system in place are far more likely to be burglarized than those that...
Making simple mistakes when it comes to bespoke bathroom fitting and design can cost you a lot of money. The purpose of this guide is to help you to avoid making these mistakes altogether. Bathroom Design Mistakes Redesigning your bathroom can add a lot of monetary...
Double doors make an excellent statement, 2 doors side by side are extremely useful and look marvelous, while side panels are a popular feature to have at the front of the house. If you’re looking at changing some features of your home, there are interesting options...
The property market in the UK recently broke new ground in modern history, although this was far from being a cause of celebration. As property rentals outstripped sales for the very first time since the 1930’s, the problems that have plagued the housing market during the last 18 months finally appear to have reached their […]