Extension above by Prue, architectural designer from Barnet, London. See more and shortlist them for your home project here. Should you go small? Finding a design professional for your project, particularly if you’ve never embarked on a building project before, can be overwhelming. For private home projects such as extensions, renovations and self-builds, small architecture… Read more »
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Renovation ideas and inspiration
Renovation ideas from Design for Me’s architects and interior designers Starting a home renovation project can seem like a daunting prospect, especially if you’ve never done any significant work to your home before. Therefore, it’s so important that you surround yourself with an experienced team who know exactly what they’re doing. After hiring the right architect,… Read more »
How much does it cost to build a house?
Main image Allister, an architect on Design for Me (see below for more) – See his profile here and shortlist him for your project Build cost of a house per square metre We know how important it is to have a rough estimate of the cost at a very early stage. The easy answer for us is to say… Read more »
10 modern garden design ideas
Modern garden design ideas Design for Me has a community of hundreds of garden designers all across the country and we’ve compiled the most inspiring modern garden design ideas for you. If you like the look of one, you can click on the image to see that garden designer’s other work and shortlist them for your project Bringing the… Read more »
Small Space Design Ideas
Small Space Design Ideas for Small Homes and Apartments Living in a small space can be a challenge, but with the right design ideas and strategies, your home can be a pleasure to live in and be proud of. Whether you’re living in a studio apartment, a micro-apartment, or a small house, these small space… Read more »
5 Reasons to Use Limestone Blocks for Your Home or Garden
Limestone blocks are a popular choice for both home and garden projects due to their natural beauty and practicality. Whether you’re building a retaining wall, a garden bed, or even a stylish outdoor feature, limestone offers a durable and aesthetically pleasing solution. Its versatility, cost-effectiveness, and low maintenance requirements make it an ideal material for… Read more »
Black steel framed doors and windows – ideas for your home extension
Move over PVC bi-fold doors, it’s all about stylish, black steel doors and windows! The traditional variety are generally known to be thermally inefficient and expensive. However, there are many new companies on the market, whose products can be much more thermally efficient and cost effective, and we’ve listed some below to get you started. How much do steel doors and windows… Read more »
Modern kitchen designs – five of the most stylish kitchen companies (in pictures)
Modern kitchen designs Many of our homeowners who use Design for Me are on the lookout for fabulous modern kitchen designs that are simple, stylish, good quality and reasonably priced. So, we have searched far and wide and whittled it down to our top five modern kitchen companies. You are welcome! Pluck https://www.pluck.kitchen/ (See main featured image above) Kitchens designed and… Read more »
Climate control for your home
Controlling the climate in your home can benefit everyone, especially with the rising energy prices. Smart technology has made it easier to achieve comfort while saving money by providing various climate control options. Benefits of Climate Control One of the main benefits of climate control systems is saving energy. Depending on the model, the… Read more »
5 bathroom design trends for the ’20s
Bathroom design trends for the 2020s Goodbye metro tiles, grey grout and geometric patterns? See you later monochrome and slick surfaces? OK, we actually still love metro tiles and monochrome and there is still a place for them in the 2020s… but the touches below are guaranteed to move the modern industrial style into a new… Read more »
