Homes located close to therapeutic landscapes are thriving as homebuyers savour the positive impacts of living near some of the capital’s attractive open spaces and waterways. Research has shown that having access to blue and green space within the local neighbourhood can significantly increase activity …

Numerous studies have indicated that exposure to natural environments, such as rivers, lakes and canals can positively impact health and wellbeing among those living within urban surroundings. With demand for waterfront properties on the rise, it is little wonder so many home-hunters are willing to …

Whilst it remains true that a number of first-time buyers have been priced out of the London property market, their numbers are undoubtedly on the rise. Recent research has indicated that the number of debut home-hunters in the city is continuing to grow – almost …

Sydney is one of the most iconic cities in Australia, home to spectacular landmarks and stunning scenery. As such, the property market has long been buoyant, with buyers looking to secure themselves a piece of this attractive and exciting city. The fallout from the COVID-19 …

As 2021 gets off to an uncertain start, Dulux and Pantone have released their 2021 Colours of the Year to help inspire homeowners decorate and transform their homes. There are many ways that these colours can be used stylishly in any style of home and …

Ground has been broken on construction of the new Ciel hotel in Dubai Marina, with the final concrete pour for the foundations scheduled for early September 2020. Ground is not the only thing that will be broken – once complete, the building will break the …

Beautiful buildings are a sight to behold, but there’s no sense in having an exquisite build that doesn’t keep its occupants comfortable. The primary purpose of a building is, of course, to be used by people after all. Therefore, temperature control is one of the …

The housing and building sectors are under great scrutiny in 2018, but the future appears bright. Considering that the Government Construction Strategy promises to boost productivity in government construction, and the pledge to build one million homes in the UK by 2020, we should expect …

The A’ Design Awards & Competition, one of the world’s largest international design awards, has announced the winners of the 2017 – 2018 competition. All entries were carefully evaluated by an international panel of experts, including scholars, members of the press and design professionals, and …

Leading chimney manufacturer Schiedel Chimney Systems has launched a new Garden Fireplace for the outdoor living enthusiasts that wish to bring the cosiness of their living rooms to their gardens. “Creating dedicated spaces for cooking, eating and entertaining is a key trend amongst homeowners wishing …