All of us appreciate beauty in our own right, but because “beauty is in the eyes of the beholder” we all see it differently. The thing is, although we want it to look pretty to our own eyes, you also consider what most people think of it and how it will affect the resale value. Continue reading “Why you don’t need a designer”
18 Things you can do without Planning Permission
At the start of every project, we usually ask ourselves, do I need planning permission? The reality is, there are a lot of things you can do without planning permission. Here in England, there are quite a few surprising things you can do without planning permission: Continue reading “18 Things you can do without Planning Permission”
Designing the Entry Door for Hotel Guestrooms
Do you like the look and feel of the Hotel Door? Have you ever wondered why they are so effective in blocking the noise? Do you know the required ironmongery? Selection of Ironmongery for Hotel rooms is not that difficult, but when we are faced with a task of making a list, nobody volunteers. I think most people find it daunting. Honestly, it is only like that the first time, but the second time is going to quick and easy. The guide below will show things to consider when designing an entry door for a hotel.
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What leather is best for my furniture?
Leather is one of the few natural materials that really suggest luxury. Indeed the texture feels of expensive and luxurious. Depending on your taste, some leather even looks good when it is slightly worn out. However, not all leathers are created equal, some of them are more expensive than others. You can use leather to cover furniture, a lining to your joinery, it can be on walls, door handle, it can be applied almost anywhere. Below are a few descriptions of leather to help you understand different characteristics and applications.
Panic Room Design Considerations
Panic rooms are a place of refuge in emergency events and one can customise it depending on what you want to prepare for. These things quickly became a standard to the houses of to the super-rich. This was popularised the film Panic Room from 2002, where the homeowner was being attacked. One might think that this is just a waste of valuable space, but really this can be a useful space for a lot of things. Continue reading “Panic Room Design Considerations”
Security Integration to Interior Design
When we think of updating our property, we have a lot of pretty pictures in our head. We think about the style of the sofa, or bed and how comfortable it is going to be. We also think about how we want it to look like. Often we are also concerned about Security, but we leave this to last thinking it is something you can add on.
Whilst it is true that you can add to the security after it is finished, that severely restricts the potential of your property. It will most likely damage something along the way and therefore spend more money. Here some of the things that you should definitely consider to mitigate this. Continue reading “Security Integration to Interior Design”
The Basics in Designing a Standard Hotel Guestroom
We have been designing hotel rooms for big hotel names for over a decade now. There are tons of things to consider before we even start. Here are the 4 basic things to consider when designing a
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How to apply Automation to my home
Is budget a great concern? Below could help you realize your priorities.
Automating your home helps you with your everyday life, it relieves you of your duty to your daily chores. It could also help with security and peace of mind, it can even leave a good impression from your guests. There are quite a few things you can do to automate Continue reading “How to apply Automation to my home”
How to choose the right sofa
Among all the furniture in your home, the sofa is the 2nd most important (after the bed). It is really important to choose the right one for your home. Here are the 5 things you should think about when choosing a new sofa. Continue reading “How to choose the right sofa”
Extension vs. Outbuilding vs. Loft Conversion
When we dream about having extra space in our home it is best to consider maximising functionality, and investment potential. Whether you want to use the extra space for a bedroom, a living space, a home office or a home gym, there are the pros and cons
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