The Scandinavian style has taken social media by storm over the past few years with people posting pictures and ‘how-to guides’ on transforming your home into a cosy ‘hygge’ getaway. The hygge way of life is to make people feel cosy, comfortable and to make […]

The changes of the seasons can play havoc with your outdoor space. Whether it’s due to too much sunshine in the summer months, or too much frost in the winter, it can often be difficult to keep your garden well-presented every month of the year. […]

I have recently discussed how depression and anxiety can be alleviated by spending more time in the garden. Actively doing gardening work can improve your mood and the physical health benefits are also clear. Ecotherapy is also on the rise. This is a practice where […]

An extra room looking on to the garden is a traditional choice for many UK homes, and whether its garden rooms, sunrooms or conservatories, the variety available is vast plus it’s certainly a great way to add value to your property. What to Look For: The debate over […]

The air quality of cities and built-up areas is notoriously bad. Furthermore, it’s only getting worse. The Guardian reported on the harrowing problem of London’s air quality, stating that the city had hit its yearly legal limit of air pollution in under a month. With […]

It’s important to never think that you’re the only one that goes through feelings of depression or being under pressure. In fact, moments of anxiety or depression are felt by close to a fifth of adults across the UK, research from the Office for National […]

Whether you’re trying to sell your home, or are just keen to increase its value, giving your garden some TLC could be a quick and easy solution. Following a 5% increase in home improvement loan applications year-on-year, Hitachi Personal Finance has consulted with a number […]

The next time you think about trying to chase insects from your garden, consider how thy might actually benefit your outdoor space! From bees, which are important pollinators of various plants and fruiting trees, to ladybirds, which feast on aphids; you may be surprised by […]

Rex Nye from independent builders’ merchant D.W. Nye offers his top tips for creating beautiful borders and eye-catching edging in your garden. Whether you’re looking to give your garden a complete makeover or simply want to spruce it up for the summer months, creating beautiful […]

Linking indoor and outdoor spaces has been a key homes trend in recent years and Pilkington United Kingdom Limited are leading the way when it comes to developing the kind of intelligent glazing that underpins this look. Their Pilkington Activ™ range offers new solutions for […]