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3 weeks ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards |Caroline Rodrigues
The story we often hear about heat-pumps is that they work in well insulated modern homes but aren’t so good in older houses. Well, Professor Nick Cowern and Margaret Martin beg to differ, and they’re keen to tell heat-pump sceptics all about how their beautiful 17th Century Shropshire home is kept toasty warm by their new air-source heat-pump.
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4 weeks ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Caroline Rodrigues |Jason Podesta
Enhance the exterior of your home with a durable, low-maintenance, and aesthetically refined resin-bound driveway or patio. Jurassic Home Solutions specialise in providing premium-grade resin surfaces that seamlessly combine bespoke design with superior functionality. These solutions not only enhance your outdoor space but also ensure long-term beauty and value for your property.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
medium.com | Caroline Rodrigues
Caroline Rodrigues·Follow2 min read·--I have been spending some time researching trends. When it comes to trends, we must translate them into “human behavior.” It’s worth noting that I am a business consultant and also a psychology student. When you examine certain cultures, you may notice they are drawn to “bad services,” “bad products,” and similar offerings. But why? Because those companies know how to sell their products effectively. Humans navigate between reality and fantasy.
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Sep 18, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards |Caroline Rodrigues |Jason Podesta |Hugh Metcalf
Heat-pump technology has been around since the 1850s, but, as a domestic heating solution, it first entered the UK market about 15 years ago – and the first generation of heat pumps was subject to teething troubles a plenty. This was partly because the kit itself was very new; and partly because engineers, more used to installing gas boilers, were trying to get their heads round a whole new technology.
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Jul 31, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards |Sara D'souza |Harry Duncton |Caroline Rodrigues
A pond can be a source of constant delight in your garden. Whether you choose a formal water feature or a rustic wildlife-friendly pond, it will be an invaluable addition to your outdoor space, creating an area of calm and also adding a vital source of water for wildlife. Getting the right location, shape and features for your garden is important, and a little more complicated than you might think. Fortunately, we’ve spoken to the experts to find out everything you need to know.
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Jul 29, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards |Sara D'souza |Harry Duncton |Caroline Rodrigues
“Veranda” or “verandah”? Let’s get that out of the way first. In British English, for a long time, the word “verandah” had an “h” at the end. And some people still use that spelling. But many others have dropped the “h’’. However you spell it though, a veranda is a roofed structure, usually open-sided, and usually attached to a house.
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Jul 26, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Sara D'souza |Harry Duncton |Caroline Rodrigues |Mary Richards
Arguably, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when it comes to home renovation is your window type. Framing the house, and windows gives character and determines the amount of light coming into your interiors, which is crucial for reduced stress levels and our connection to nature.
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Jul 25, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Sara D'souza |Harry Duncton |Caroline Rodrigues |Mary Richards
The word porch originates from the French word porche, meaning vestibule, derived from the Latin phrase Porticus, meaning a covered walkway or colonnade (often this was related to religious buildings). Defined as an “exterior structure forming a covered approach to the entrance of a building,” the concept of a porch has varied over the centuries. Still, its fundamental purpose has remained the same, and many porch ideas can add value to your home.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Harry Duncton |Caroline Rodrigues |Sara D'souza |Mary Richards
There’s one thing we all know about gardening. Plants need water. But remembering how much water to give them, and when, is more of a challenge. Luckily, there’s a way around this relentless garden chore. Automatic irrigation systems are the ideal accessory for absent, and absent-minded, gardeners everywhere. All you need to do is set up a controller, soakers, drippers, or sprinklers, you can go wherever you like, safe in the knowledge that your precious plants are being looked after.
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Jul 19, 2024 | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Caroline Rodrigues |Sara D'souza |Mary Richards |David Ludlow
Framing the glorious views and prioritising light were key for architect Roderick James when designing Eagle Rock, the home near Argyll that he shares with wife Amanda. The outstanding Scottish location with 360-degree views inspired him to use large-scale glazing to encompass dramatic vistas in all directions along the Sound of Mull, supplemented by VELUX roof windows.
