“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

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

“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

“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

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

Thinking of renovating your home or starting a project?  Drop-in for a chat with a professional between 5- 9pm on 16th April 2024. BOOK YOUR PLACE: propertydropin.eventbrite.com Location: Tiled, 45 Marmion Road Southsea PO52AT. Pop in for 20 minutes or stay the whole evening but you must book your spot: 

Today’s hectic world involves juggling busy lives, kids, families and work. Our homes are our sanctuaries — a place to unwind, recharge and relax, and spend family time. But let’s face it, keeping our homes fresh and inviting can sometimes feel like an uphill battle, especially when what you really

In today’s world, where climate change is at the forefront of our collective consciousness, the desire to live more sustainably has never been stronger. As homeowners, when we make changes to improve our houses — like extending or remodelling — we have a responsibility to do it sustainably. Enhancing our

Meet Andy and Mark – the yin and yang of Portsmouth-based building company, Turnquay Construction Ltd. Why yin and yang? “We complement each other really well,” Andy says. “It wasn’t always the case; we annoyed the hell out of each other in the first six months working together until we

Are you wondering why that perfectly adequate home you’ve lived in for several years now feels too small? Do you gaze around your family home, wondering why it isn’t working? There’s quite a bit of space but somehow… never enough. And it feels cramped and a bit outdated. Maybe you’re

Where to find distinctive tiles in Southsea Taking a stroll through Southsea this week, I popped into one of its more recent additions and had a warm welcome from Helen of Tiled, a boutique tile shop on Marmion Road, Southsea. Why boutique? Because this charming shop is no tile warehouse where

Darren Millard of Millard Installations “When I started the business, I said yes to everything. These days it’s a bit different!” Meet Darren Millard, a builder 20 years in the making who takes tremendous pride in his work and likes to inject a little personality into his construction. “I enjoy

“When I run over the day’s work, I want to feel that I’ve done the best work possible.” Meet Mark Fitzgerald, builder, boss and family man. Self-confessed tunnel-visioned perfectionist. “I lie awake at night working out construction problems in my head. I’ve always been driven to do a job better than

Tales of the Unexpected. It’s September and while we’re basking in a short Indian summer, the builders are still on the job and feeling the heat! But a welcome dry spell bodes well for getting the windows in and the new aluminium roof on, hopefully in the next couple of

We first discussed the ideas and plans with Carl during lockdown and just afterwards, so now that we’re in 2023 we can say this build has been a long time coming! It’s mid-summer, we’re well underway and a lot has happened. It seems like a long time ago that they