Residential architects in London

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Home renovation and extension architects in London 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 London to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. London is brimming with talented architects and designers,… Read more »

5 of the Best Interior Designers in Manchester

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Interior designers in Manchester 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 Manchester to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. Manchester is brimming with talented home designers, so we… Read more »

20 of the best architects for house extensions in the UK

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We’ve rounded up some of the best architects for house extensions in the UK.   1. Simon – Extension architect in London (click on their name above to view their full profile and shortlist them for your project) ‘We are a small design led practice specialising in residential work. We won the Best Extension at… Read more »

Good Reasons To Get A Windmill Ceiling Fan

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When you’re in the market for a new ceiling fan, you might be a little undecided and less knowledgeable about the subject. And that’s okay. It’s not exactly a subject of intense scientific study or research. But that doesn’t mean you need to navigate the ceiling fan market in the dark. There are plenty of… Read more »

Reclining in style: incorporate a recliner into your home design

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Sponsored Guest Post   Most people think of recliners as a piece of furniture relegated to the family room or man cave. I mean, who would want to incorporate such a bulky and outdated piece of furniture into their chic and modern home, right? Well, you might be surprised to learn that recliners are making… Read more »

7 Benefits of epoxy coated kitchen countertops

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Sponsored Guest Post   Epoxy countertops are becoming the new hot trend among DIYers and professionals alike. And why not! They are cheap and durable, not to mention that they look very good. And the best part is, epoxy can be applied over a number of materials with minimal prep. Let’s know more about epoxy countertops and… Read more »

Expert tips to cut your house extension costs

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Cut your extension costs – tips from the experts In another recent article, we looked at prices for real-life house extensions, provided by architects on Design for Me, and gave a cost per square metre rate as guidance for your project: Renovation and extension cost per square metre A great design professional can be worth their weight in gold; they… Read more »

Custom build house ideas

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Custom build house ideas – inspiration for your dream home Design for Me has a community of hundreds of architects and architectural designers all across the country and we’ve complied the most inspiring custom build house designs for you. If you like the look of one, you can click on the image to see that architect’s other work… Read more »

Which skirting board should I choose?

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If you’re renovating your house, you perhaps didn’t anticipate all of the small design decisions you would need to make along the way. Choosing skirting boards and architraves may seem like a minor design decision, but they can have a huge impact on the final look of a room. Do you want to make a… Read more »

Alternatives to grass – what can I have instead of a lawn?

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It’s a well known fact, although often overlooked, that lawns are hard work. If you want a low-maintenance garden that looks great all year round, a huge expanse of lawn is simply not the best option. Lots of people opt for lawn as the obvious choice – it’s relatively cheap to install and it’s soft enough… Read more »