The Design Daily: Transforming a 1970s Edinburgh House: 5 Essential Tips for Modern Living
Transforming a 1970s Edinburgh House: 5 Essential Tips for Modern Living Welcome to the first video in our new Scotland series! Today, we’re tackling the transformation of a charming yet dated 1970s house in Edinburgh. This property, with its unique character and fantastic location, is in need of a few key updates to truly reach […]
Design for the Weekend: Top 5 Tips for Transforming Your Home: Real-Life Example in Southsea
Top 5 Tips for Transforming Your Home: Real-Life Example in Southsea In today’s video, I’m excited to share my top five tips for transforming a house, demonstrated through the renovation of a semi-detached home in Southsea. These tips are invaluable whether you’re a homeowner looking to modernise, a developer aiming to maximise space, or a […]
July’s Newsletter & this Week’s Links

Designing Tomorrow. This month, we dive into government planning reforms, the complexities of party wall agreements with expert Giles Lewis, and transformative home redesigns in Old Portsmouth and Parkstone. Don’t miss our monthly features: ‘Builder of the Month’ spotlighting Neil McDonald and ‘Wines of the Month’ from Wines by the Sea. Join us for cutting-edge […]
The Design Daily: Transforming a 1970s Waterside House: Maximising Space and Views
Transforming a 1970s Waterside House: Maximising Space and Views In today’s video, I transform a dated 1970s house in Hamble into a stunning waterside property. This house, already blessed with an enviable location by the river, needed a facelift to maximise its potential. Here’s how I approached the renovation to create a modern, spacious, and […]
The Design Daily: Transforming a Dated House in Old Portsmouth: Maximising Space and Sea Views
Transforming a Dated House in Old Portsmouth: Maximising Space and Sea Views In today’s video, we take on an exciting renovation project in Old Portsmouth, turning a dated house into a modern family home. This property, located in one of the best parts of Portsmouth, offers incredible sea views and plenty of character. Our goal […]
The Design Daily: Transforming a Three-Bedroom Flat in Blanford Forum: Modern Design Solutions
https://youtu.be/1SCkMC-6nVM Blandford Forum Transforming a Three-Bedroom Flat in Blanford Forum: Modern Design Solutions In today’s video, we dive into an exciting renovation project in Blanford Forum, Dorset. This three-bedroom flat, located on Salisbury Street in the heart of the town, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern potential. As a former shop owned […]
The Design Daily: Transforming a Detached 4-Bed House in Lower Parkstone: Smart Layout Solutions
Transforming a Detached 4-Bed House in Lower Parkstone: Smart Layout Solutions In today’s video, we delve into the renovation potential of a detached four-bedroom house in Lower Parkstone, Poole, Dorset. Located near the prestigious Sandbanks and Parkstone Golf Course, this property boasts a beautiful, mature garden and significant promise. However, it requires thoughtful renovation to […]
Design for the Weekend: Transforming a Historic Shop into a Modern Home Office in Blandford, Dorset

In today’s video, we’re in Blandford Forum, Dorset, working on an exciting project: transforming a former Hall and Woodhouse shop on Salisbury Street into a modern home office and living space. This historic building, located right in the heart of the town centre, offers both unique challenges and incredible opportunities for a redesign. Initial Assessment […]
Thoughts for the Weekend & this Week’s Links

On the Road to Freedom. I got upset with speed cameras this week. I may have got caught. Have to wait and see. I need one of those driving safety courses anyway. It’s been about five years. It got me thinking about speed, freedom and technology. Speed kills. But if the Germans can get their […]
The Design Daily: Revitalising a 1970s Detached House in Blandford Forum
In today’s video, we focus on transforming a dated 1970s detached house in Blandford Forum, Dorset. Despite its initial appearance, this property holds immense potential for a stunning renovation. Our primary goals are to open up the living space, modernise the kitchen, and address the small third bedroom to create a more functional and aesthetically […]