When it comes to the benefits of flat pack houses, most people are focused on the rapid building times, lower-than-normal costs and convenient. Because of this, an awful lot of people forget that flat pack houses are exceptionally energy efficient. Built from modern materials using modern techniques, today’s flat pack houses are packed with energy […]
You’ve spent months building your new flat pack house, from acquiring permission from the local council to watching the final piece of roofing, tiling or decoration get put on your home. Now what? Whether you’re moving into your new home from an existing property or buying all of your new home’s furniture from scratch, you’ll […]
Are you thinking of building a new home? Whether you’re building an spacious and comfortable country house or an inner-city townhouse, there are certain features to keep in mind while you’re designing your new residence. From staples of modern interior design such as open-plan kitchens and living spaces to oft neglected design features such as […]
While architecture and interior design are both mixtures of art and engineering, the ‘rules’ of both fields are constantly changing. What was brilliant and groundbreaking 20 years ago is, well… a little bit dated today. Whether you’re building a new flat pack house or redecorating your home, there are some architecture and interior design crimes […]
The UK housing minister has given the green light to a number of sites across the country that will be dedicated to self-built homes. Grant Shapps has announced plans for the UK’s very first self-building communities. Seven areas have been earmarked and the aim is to double the size of the self-build construction sector. A […]
For the past decade, global warming has been a hot topic and recently people have become more and more concerned about our impact on the planet. While governments are taking steps to put guidelines in place regarding recycling, it’s not enough and some exceptional people have taken it upon themselves to do something about their […]