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Builder of the month: Neil McDonald of ENMAC Ltd

a house extension and patio

“Once I’m on a job I treat it like I’m working on my own home.” Meet Neil McDonald, a builder with a personal touch and an eye for detail. From the start of our conversation, I hear a man who’s justifiably proud of the excellent work he delivers and still gets satisfaction from a job […]

Don’t be a party pooper: all about the Party Wall Act

Two terrace houses

This week I’ve been talking to Giles Lewis, an independent Chartered Surveyor based in Salisbury, Wiltshire. We had an enlightening talk about party wall matters. And before you switch off – if you’re planning some work on your home, the next two minutes of reading may well save you a lot of angst and expense. […]

2024 design trends

A bathroom with pink freestanding bath and green tiles

We asked interior designer, Emma Kelsall, about what we’re choosing for our homes the most in 2024.     The home office is not going away. Whilst many people have returned to the workplace, a lot of people still work from home or are hybrid working and, post-lockdown, many people have started up their own […]

June’s Newsletter and this week’s links

Ascension, by Michael Moore

This month Carl is sharing another design video, this time remodelling a house in Cumbria, while I’m mixing up some 2024 design trends with art and builders – not a natural pairing I admit, but let’s go with it. Speaking of pairings, Lucy and I agree that the sparkling wine in this month’s trio would […]

Builder of the month – DH Builders Ltd

bedroom conversion by DH Builders

“It’s not just about the job, it’s about the relationship with the client. Communication is key and it makes for happy clients and a happy life.”  Meet Dominic Hearne, builder – dad – teacher. Former teacher, that is. The man who spent almost a decade teaching engineering and carpentry to school and college-age kids, left […]

Featured company – Westcott Construction Ltd

Fair Rising, Steep

“It’s been said that I never take the easy option. I like to think that I thrive on a challenge!” Meet Jeremy Westcott of Westcott Construction Ltd, a title which he’s the first to admit is a bit of a misnomer these days. The company has been gradually transitioning from construction to supplying and fitting […]

May’s newsletter & this week’s links

This month Carl and I are sharing some personal reflections on topics close to both of our hearts. I’ve also been speaking to a chap from one of the companies Carl has been collaborating with for a number of years. He was very transparent (sorry – we’re talking about glazing and I couldn’t resist). And […]

Thinking about renovating your home? Me too!

Anyone else finding it overwhelming? I hear you! Embarking on a home renovation is exciting and daunting in equal measure. I speak from personal experience. My own plans, brewing since before lockdown, have still not come to fruition, thanks to a combination of rising costs, external influences beyond my control and – I admit – […]

The home trend people still love… and why

open-plan done well

Usually, home trends come and go, but a style that began around 20 years ago – open plan – shows no sign of abating in 2024. What arrived as a beacon of modernity and functionality is now almost pervasive – an interior style desired by homeowners and on many homebuyers’ shopping lists. It’s easy to […]

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