Basement extension ideas – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Where space comes at a high price – which is certainly the case in many parts of London – a basement extension can be a brilliant way to add habitable living space, and can dramatically increase the value of a property. Alternatively digging down,… Read more »
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What is a kit house and is it right for my self-build?
What is a kit house? A kit house is pre-designed and pre-fabricated, usually bought to site flat-packed. Kit houses have become increasingly popular with self-builders, perhaps after the famous ‘Grand Designs’ episode with the German ‘Huf Haus‘. There are now many kit house companies in the UK. What are self build kit houses made of? Most commonly… Read more »
A Guide to Renovating a Rented House
Except with the landlord’s permission, tenants may not make significant changes to the property or install new main fixtures. The lease terms and the landlord’s written consent are required for any modifications in a rental property. You can approach the landlord about upgrades if you have a good relationship with them. Since most property owners… Read more »
A perfect match … to furnish a new build apartment in Marylebone
A perfect match on Design for Me… to furnish a new build apartment Natasha (the client) posted her project to Design for Me, looking for a talented interior designer to furnish her new build apartment in West London. After registering her project with just a few key details, we matched her with the best… Read more »
A perfect match … for a hallway and living room re-design
Annie posted her project to Design for Me looking for a talented interior designer to renovate her hallway and front room. After registering her project with just a few key details, we matched her with the best candidates and she received interest from a number of interior designers. Annie’s brief Hallway and front room re-model We have recently… Read more »
Interior designers in Brighton and Sussex
Interior designers in Brighton and Sussex If you’re planning a renovation or refurbishment, finding the right interior designer or architect is the critical first step. We’ve compiled some of the best interior designers in Brighton and Sussex to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. The Sussex area is brimming… Read more »
Seamless Living: How to Bring the Comfort of Indoors to Your Garden
Decking If you’re wanting to continue your interior area to your garden space, a deck is the perfect way to do this. It’s like adding another room to your house, perfect for hosting BBQs and giving the kids a great place to play. A deck is a fantastic way to define your garden and seating… Read more »
Docklands warehouse apartment renovation – Studio³
A perfect match on Design for Me… for a warehouse apartment renovation in Wapping, East London Jonny (the client) posted his project to Design for Me, looking for a talented architect. After registering his project with just a few key details, we matched him with the best candidates and he received interest from a number… Read more »
How to find a neighbour’s planning application
For anyone starting a new extension or building project, researching what others have done in your local area is an excellent place to start. Image above from Ahmed, architect from Hackney, London. Click here to see more and shortlist them for your home project. Finding a neighbour’s planning application It’s likely that other properties… Read more »
Interior designers in Birmingham and West Midlands
Home renovation interior designers in Birmingham and West Midlands If you’re renovating, re-decorating or re-furbishing, finding the right interior designer can be the critical first step. We’ve compiled some of the best interior designers in Birmingham and the West Midlands to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. The West Midlands… Read more »
