If you’re planning a home renovation or refurbishment, finding the right interior designer can be the critical first step. We’ve compiled some of the best interior designers in Bristol and Bath to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. The Bristol and Bath area is brimming with talented interior designers,… Read more »
Wondering how to make your home improvement project a success while avoiding costly mistakes? One of the most crucial decisions you’ll make is who to work with. Many homeowners focus on the design aspect, choosing architects and interior designers to shape the look of their space. However, for certain projects, it can be equally important… Read more »
Converting unused space into a dedicated hobby room can be a smart investment in your home. Whether you’re a golfer wanting a practice space, a musician needing a soundproofed studio, an artist looking for room to create, or simply someone who needs a quiet retreat, a specialist hobby room can transform how you use your… Read more »
Why the Order Matters Homeowners often get bathroom renovation backwards. You sketch a design, fall in love with a rainfall shower or freestanding tub, even pick out tiles. Then you call a contractor or start measuring and discover the harsh reality: your water pressure won’t support that shower, moving the toilet would cost £2,000 more… Read more »
Home renovation and extension architects in Birmingham and West Midlands If you’re planning a house extension, renovation or new self-build, finding the right architect can be the critical first step. We’ve compiled some of the best residential architects in Birmingham and the West Midlands to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. The West… Read more »
Timber cladding – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Timber cladding is an increasingly popular choice in the UK for both new builds and extension projects. In particular black timber cladding or charred timber cladding can make for a striking, modern aesthetic – like the one pictured above by Jan, architect in South London… Read more »
Do I need planning permission for a garden room? Garden rooms or buildings do not require planning permission, if they fall within permitted development guidelines. To classify as an ‘outbuilding’ under permitted development rules, it must not contain sleeping accommodation and must be single storey with a maximum eaves height of 2.5m. There are a few… Read more »
Image above from Easigrass Think artificial grass and you might immediately think of greengrocer shelves or 1970s football pitches, but the technology to make it look and feel real has come on leaps and bounds in the past few years. Wanting to spend time enjoying their gardens rather than tending to them, more and more… Read more »
Rural retreats and barn conversion ideas Every day, here at Design for Me, we match up people planning barn conversion projects with the best residential architects from all over the UK. We thought it was about time we showcased some of the amazing projects from architects on Design for Me to give you some inspiration… Read more »
A simple guide to open plan kitchen fire regulations in the uk. If you want your ground floor to be totally open plan, there are key consideration in terms of Building Regulations are the associated fire safety issues. Part B of the Approved Documents gives guidance on how to meet the Building Regulations in England… Read more »
