Wrought iron is a material that is often used outdoors due to its strength and hardy qualities, which makes them ideal for exterior entrance doors. Their impenetrable qualities they will be very low maintenance and will keep any unwelcome guests out and keep your family safe. However where this material really shines is, when it … Read more
Corrugated iron is a traditional building material that has been used for decades for everything from roofing to wall treatments and, ofcourse, fencing. This material is lightweight and cheap and can be bought by the metre at any hardware store. Another added bonus is that most times corrugated iron will come already treated to be … Read more
Fireplaces are a beautiful feature frames by a mantelpiece that automatically infuses your space with a sense of comfort and warmth. These mantelpieces can get expensive however due to the fact they they need to be appropriate to be in close contact with intense heat for extended periods of time. But never fear, there are … Read more
Picket fences have been a traditional, quintessentially suburban feature for decades at this point. Most of the time we picture these fences painted white and constructed out of simple pointed timber boards, however there is a more modern and durable alternative. Metal picket fences come with a lot of practical benefits. Often these are made … Read more
Frame houses are a quick and easy building technique that is executed mostly using steel or timber. The consist of larger supporting elements filled in with smaller support structures all filled in with glass or dry walling which makes these builds easy to insulate and adapt as frame structure allows you to have complete freedom … Read more
Have you ever wanted a stone or marble sink for you kitchen or bathroom only to look at the price and drop the idea like a hot coal? Well acrylic stone are here to save the day! Acrylic stone is a composite material made out of acrylic resin and coloured pigments that forms a solid … Read more
Flexible shingles are a revolutionary roofing material that allows you to customize your roofing for a fraction of the price. The shingles are made out of a composite material made up of bituminous asphalt that has been reinforced with glass fibre and finished with coloured ceramic granules, which is where you get the unique finishes. … Read more
We’ve all read those articles encouraging us to get outside for the sake of our mental health and that crucial vitamin D, often we brush them aside and make excuses like: I don’t have time or I don’t have a nice garden. But here’s the kicker, those articles are right and your excuses are just … Read more
Fencing in itself seems like a very dull but necessary part of your home but they can be so much more than that. Whether you need a boundary wall or a garden fence within your property you have the freedom to tailor your fence to suit your aesthetic or safety needs. The materials used to … Read more
From the ancient ruins that formed the building blocks (literally) of the way live and build today, to the contemporary buildings of the present; architecture creates man made wonders that push the boundaries at every step. Their functions can vary from homes and guesthouses to places of worship and office spaces and everything in between. … Read more
Wells are a beautiful relic of times past that we associate with farms or little rural cottages. If you are lucky enough you could live in a house that already has one of these little structures hidden at the back of the garden where previous owners used to visit daily to fetch water for the … Read more
Growing your own herbs at home is a gift that just keeps on giving. They can form part of a large garden, separated into it’s own little zone or planted into your own freestanding planter that you could even make yourself as a fun DIY project. Having a variety of herbs at your disposal makes … Read more
Furniture restoration is an art form that has become increasingly popular, as the wave of eco friendly living has grown. The motivation behind it is to prevent spending money unnecessarily and produce less waste by revamping a piece of existing furniture that you either have at home or can be picked up cheaply at a … Read more
Flowers and other plant life are a piece of living décor that are beneficial not only aesthetically but also for your mental health. Outside of your traditional garden beds pots and planters are a great way to display your plants in a different way, which adds colour and texture that expresses your design style outdoors. … Read more
Ponds are a common garden feature that has been around for years but never gets old. The sweet little pools, in every shape and form, are a whimsical feature that brings the water element into your garden with pleasingly calming results. The man made basins can be blended into the garden and made to look … Read more
Sandboxes are a classic piece of childhood play areas that have been around for decades. They are the most simple of objects that have the power to keep your children entertained for hours with just a box of sand and some basic plastic toys. They can be either bought from a store or DIYed yourself … Read more