Interiors & Furniture
Two thirds say their home isn’t as clean as they’d like
Millions of Brits reckon their home is a ‘pigsty’, solely because they are just too busy to clean, a study has revealed.
Home Sweet Home - a snuggly sofa tops the list of housing must-haves
A comfy sofa, good neighbours and a large bed are three key ingredients for a happy home, it has been revealed.
Give your house the latest looks
With the festive period over, it’s time to look ahead to 2013 and banish those January blues by updating your home with the latest looks in interior design.
Combining and cladding natural materials is new surface trend
This autumn/winter, there are two strong emerging trends for surfaces. Natural, authentic materials are still proving popular in all styles of interior but we’re using them in completely new ways, to create a tactile cocoon.
How to avoid Britain's fake art
A recent episode of the BBC documentary 'Fake Britain'- highlighted a sophisticated scam involving fake Banksy prints. Art dealer and gallery, artrepublic, offers advice to help consumers avoid fakes when purchasing collectible art.
Shoppers upgrade their homewares to impress this Christmas
Retailer Debenhams has seen shoppers rushing in to buy fine china and cutlery sets in order to gain one-upmanship over their Christmas guests.
Give your house a magical Christmas makeover with Miller Homes
With only a few weeks until Christmas now is the time to transform your home into a magical Winter Wonderland.
The ultimate household Christmas presents revealed
If you’re thinking of buying a present that can really transform your home this Christmas, you’re in luck.
Re-redecorating - Brits redecorate at least once a year
The average homeowner updates the décor, wallpaper or furniture of at least one room of the house every year, research has revealed.
The revival of the humble washstand
With the recent surge in popularity of the modest washstand, Château Rustique decided to take a look into its history and the variety of styles it has of this unassuming piece of furniture.
Clever Closet by Smart Storage launches in the UK
Clever Closet by Smart Storage is a simple and affordable understairs storage solution that will revolutionise your home storage space.
Alexander James Interiors unveils exquisite interiors at Burford House
Burford House, a luxury six bedroom house in Kingswood built by award-winning housebuilder Millgate Homes, has recently unveiled its exquisite interior.
Contemporary design meets antique techniques
Italian designer Ilaria Innocenti has launched a new collection of striking contemporary wool rugs where the modern freehand mark meets antique weaving techniques.
Demand for private residential panic rooms escalates
Since launch mid-2011, the Panic Room Company has been busy in discussion with the commercial and leisure shipping industries, international embassies in volatile cities and diamond dealers in South Africa, but one market that’s rapidly emerging closer to home is private property in the UK.
Cash in the attic: clutter worth thousands stashed in the loft
UK residents have an average of £2813 worth of clutter gathering dust in their attics, according to research from The Co-operative Bank and The Co-operative Insurance.