Tag: interiors

7 ways to improve the comfortability of your home

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Home is where the heart is. It’s also a place to relax, reflect, and feel comforted. Your home is where you spend most of your time, meaning it needs to be comfortable for you to enjoy it truly. If your home is cluttered with stuff and feels uninviting, it will be difficult to enjoy it. In today’s fast-paced world, it can be hard to slow down and focus on the things that really matter. But if you’re looking to improve your home, slowing down and taking in your surroundings is precisely what you need to do. If you’ve been wondering how to start working on your home right away, take a look at these seven easy ways to improve the feel of your home that are sure to make a difference. Plan Ahead It may seem like a no-brainer, but planning ahead is essential for transforming your home into a comfortable space that you enjoy. Start by creating a realistic yet ambitious plan for your home. Writing down what you want and why you want it will help you stay motivated and ensure you’re always striving toward your goal.  Next, make a list of all the things that will have to be done before you get to your goal. Things like painting the walls, building storage, and taking out the trash are perfect examples of things you can do to improve your space.  If you have a messy home, it can affect your mood and your work. You may find yourself to be less productive… Read More

Stay-at-home style: rounding up 4 of 2020’s hottest home furnishing trends

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2020 has been a time of reacquainting ourselves with what it feels like to lounge around at home. Many of us have spent more time at home this year than ever before. And as we’ve spent hours staring at our own walls, we’ve also had time to reflect on the changes we might like to make to our interior spaces. The following are 4 of the trendiest furnishings and accents that Australians have been purchasing for their homes this year: 1.   Large capacity freezers To fill those idle hours spent at home, many Australians have taken up gardening or renewed their interest in this rewarding pastime. This year, there has been a substantial upswing in demand for garden seeds. Anyone who’s planning to enjoy a successful harvest has to worry about where to store all the bounty. This has resulted in a corresponding surge in demand for freezers. In multiple countries, including Australia, the chest freezer has been one of the hottest purchases of 2020. There have been actual shortages of freezers in some areas of the world. In fact, if you are considering making a purchase of a freezer, refrigerator or, indeed, any appliance, you might want to investigate the local availability in your area soon. Retail executives are anticipating appliance shortages in Australia in the immediate future, and they have recommended using waiting lists as a means of getting the appliances you’ll need. 2.   Comfortable beds, mattresses and bedding When you finally have the opportunity to sleep in, there’s no point in doing… Read More

How a design and build home could change your life – For the better

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They say home is where the heart is, don’t they?  But does yours really reflect you – and the things that you love? Pexels Why it’s time to stop compromising when it comes to your house We all know how it goes when you’re house-hunting, don’t we? You settle for something that’s maybe a bit ugly outside – because the interior’s just what you want.  Or perhaps it’s the opposite – and the inside is the problem; but that’s ok – you got lots of plans. But then life takes over, doesn’t it…? You have to work every day or have other commitments – and you just can’t find time to get things sorted.  You’re more and more unhappy with your home environment – and you just end up feeling really frustrated. So, next time you look for a new property, wouldn’t it be good to get these issues sorted out from the start? How can you achieve that? A home that’s designed for you isn’t only for millionaires – you might be surprised at how cost effective this could be.  It’s more competitive than many people realise – and ensures a new home really reflects your own needs. Pexels What are the advantages? Working with a design and build company ensures you always get an innovative, well-crafted property. Your house will be tailored to your needs and lifestyle – so it will just run more smoothly for you, day to day. And the good news then is that your life is much better –… Read More

Home improvement jobs you should leave to the experts

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Looking to renovate your current home, flipping it, or planning to purchase a new home? Doing everything around the home, even with big renovations can be fulfilling and more affordable, but if you don’t know what you’re doing – you may regret it. You need some serious heavy lifting for a couple of home improvement projects. Perhaps you’re thinking you don’t need a professional’s help because of the expense, and you want to keep renovation costs to a minimum. Well, that’s proper thinking because expert help can be expensive. Regardless, it can save you time and future headaches. Consider hiring out the following home improvement jobs below. Structural improvements Open floor plans in houses are still hot right now. As a current or future homeowner, you may want to capitalize on this since it makes your home modern, plus buyers will love it. This may be harder for an older house since you need to knock down some walls to attain an open floor plan. It’s fairly obvious that you can’t just knock down a home’s wall. Many walls can be load-bearing, which means they assist in holding the house up. Knocking these walls down can compromise the structural integrity of the house. With that said, you need to hire a professional to assess the house and check what can (or can’t) be removed. Granted – knocking down walls is indeed fun, but make sure that a professional approves it first. Roofing Always hire someone else if you need a new roof. Accomplishing it yourself… Read More