Architectural Design

When it comes to redecorating your home, stairways and landings are often overlooked as living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms glide their way up the priority list. While these are indeed key rooms that require careful consideration on the design front, it is important not to skip over ‘connector’ rooms such as the landing. The living [...]

There are a ton of options in choosing what kind of furniture to acquire for your outdoor space, but not all of them are equal. Wrought iron is heavy to move, but won’t blow away. Teak is beautiful, but won’t last as long as wrought iron (as in, forever). Aluminum is practical, but it’s… well… [...]

Anyone who is interested in buildings and the designers behind them will appreciate blogs on architecture. Providing the writer doesn’t get too technical, or explains technical terms that are necessary, such blogs can be a source of entertainment and knowledge for even novice readers. Below are six of the best blogs on architecture available on [...]

There has been a lot of emphasis recently on the ways we can all do our bit for the environment, whilst saving a few pennies here and there too. Eco building materials aren’t exactly anything new on the market but they have been growing in popularity over the last year or so. Are they the [...]

For anyone with the slightest interest in interior design or decorating, they’ll be familiar with feature walls – one of the most current, must-have design trends you can create for a room.  But what exactly is a feature wall and how do you go about creating one that’ll be the envy of your friends?  Read [...]

Many people take great time and effort to make their gardens look attractive, colourful and enticing places to relax during the day.  But with all that effort put in, there’s never been a stronger impetus to enjoy the splendours of the garden in the evening, as well.  With creative use of outdoor lighting, our gardens [...]

There have been some iconic sofa designs over the years. Salvador Dali’s 1937 work of art, the Mae Wes Lips sofa, is perhaps one of the most famous pieces of furniture ever made. It’s a stunning statement based on his fascination with West and much copied the world over. However, there is one sofa design [...]

As house prices fall more and more people are looking at ways of increasing the value of their own property. Loft conversions are one of the best ways to do so, by adding another room to your home and a usable space which is unique. Many people decide that they will turn their loft into [...]

Having a small bathroom can be extremely frustrating and leave you feeling like you’re tripping over everything. Here are some tips to help you make the most of the space you have. Lighting is key The right lighting can be crucial in creating the feeling of space or a relaxing atmosphere. Dimmer lights are therefore [...]

If you are looking to make improvements to the exterior of your home then one of the most beneficial solutions is to ensure that a clearly defined boundary is present.  This will ensure that unwanted visitors are kept away and will also have the added benefit of creating an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Garden fencing will [...]

An architectural designer or architect is a licensed professional who is trained and skilled to plan and design buildings. Besides having a degree, he should have good imagination, artistic talent, and creative skills. An architectural designer does diverse kinds of works, from designing landscapes and houses to historic preservation and urban planning. Etymologically, the word [...]