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6 essentials to create the ultimate outdoor kitchen

Are you ready to take your outdoor entertaining area to the next level? From a dazzling dining area to the latest in barbecue technology, we round up some of the exciting must-haves for your outdoor kitchen.
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White is just white, right?

So, if you’re wondering what white to choose for your dream home, here’s everything you need to know, according to Porter Davis' World of Style expert interior designer, Antonia Anderson.
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5 ways to design a winter-ready living room

Before the chill arrives, start thinking about how you can create a living room that's the perfect winter retreat. Cosy, plush and warm are all features you want to see in the ideal winter living room. If you're craving the ultimate living space to suit your needs this winter, we have a few ideas to get you started.
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A recap on the biggest design trends in 2022 so far

The year has only just begun. Yet, with the pandemic and lockdown restrictions behind us, 2022 is already shaping up to be a huge year in interior style and design trends. So, if you’re a trendsetter or a trend seeker wondering what's hot right now, here are the top trends dominating the interior design world that can be achieved on any budget.
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5 timeless property styling ideas

A new home is one of the biggest investments of a lifetime (queue the following property styling ideas). You have probably heard people tell you that you need to style your home for sale before you put it on the market, but what does that actually mean? Here's some styling tips to get you started and make your home buyer ready.
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Storage Solutions

More and more buyers are placing greater emphasis on the importance of storage solutions when looking for their next property. Built-in wardrobes which were once an exception, have now become the rule and we are seeing a trend whereby good storage can make or break the sale of a home.
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Getting your Home Ready for Summer

Spring has sprung and the weather is getting warmer. As we begin to soak up the sun rays and December starts to approach, its a good idea to start thinking how you can prepare your home for summer.
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Gardening hacks

If you want to, or are already starting to grow your own garden at home, we have some surprising hacks you may not have already heard of to help your garden flourish.
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What Room Sells a House?

Everyone will have their own opinion when asked which spaces sell a home. Kitchens and living rooms are always high on the list but outdoor living, master suites and bathrooms are seen as equally if not more important to many.
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Eco-friendly ways to keep your home cool in summer

Cooling your home over the summer months doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are many cost effective and more eco-friendly solutions you can use to help cool down your home and protect the environment at the same time.
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Maintaining Indoor Plants

Keeping indoor plants not only look good but makes us feel good too. The introduction of some greenery into your home can brighten up a room and add to the overall design. It is also known that indoor plants can boost your mood, productivity, concentration levels and overall mental health. With so many benefits to indoor plants we have formed some tips and tricks to ensure you are able to maintain them within your home and seek their benefits.
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Lockdown jobs to prepare your home for sale

If your thoughts have turned to moving home, there might be some things to consider before taking the leap. If you need to sell before you buy, you’ll have to get your own property looking its best first. As lockdown extends it provides a great opportunity to tackle the jobs you might have put off. Now is the ideal time to give your home a face lift – especially if you want to make the most of the spring selling season. It’s amazing how a few simple jobs can make a big difference to how a home looks.
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