The granny annexe: caring for relatives closer to home

The granny annexe: caring for relatives closer to home

We all need a little help sometimes and caring for elderly relatives is something that many people wish they could do a little closer to home. By 2029 it is predicted that nearly 40% of the UK’s population will be over 50 and whilst the majority of the older...
Bring work closer to home with a garden office

Bring work closer to home with a garden office

New figures from the Office for National Statistics have recently revealed that there has been an increase in the number of people working from home. Over the last decade a growing percentage of employees have chosen to ditch the commute and bring their working life...
Multi-room garden buildings boost space and practicality

Multi-room garden buildings boost space and practicality

Innovative and stylish garden buildings with multiple rooms are a popular request from homeowners that want to make the most of their space in an innovative and functional way. Creating garden rooms that are practical and multi-purpose can be a challenge but there are...
Add more value to your home in your own back garden

Add more value to your home in your own back garden

The fluctuating housing market is a challenge for any homeowner and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find new and innovative ways to increase the value of your home. A good kitchen and bathroom are always top of the value checklist but more homeowners are...
Form Following Function in Environmental Architecture

Form Following Function in Environmental Architecture

Architecture is only beautiful so far as it is consistent with natural forms and landscapes. In his essay ‘Form Following Function in Environmental Architecture,’ Gabriel Sistare, a writer and editor, considers how architecture is necessarily restricted by...
Five questions to ask your garden room designer

Five questions to ask your garden room designer

Starting a garden room project from scratch can leave you asking a lot of questions… Will that hill get in the way? Who do I need to contact about planning permission? How can I make sure I’m making the most of the sunshine?  It’s your garden and your home so...