
Gabriella Dyson
Interiors Journalist and Contributing Editor at Homebuilding & Renovating
Freelance Writer at Freelance
Curated guidebooks and online directory celebrating southwest England.
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1 week ago |
homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson
Having a laundry room upstairs certainly ticks a lot of boxes. For starters, it means no more dragging heavy laundry baskets downstairs. Instead, the washing machine is right where the laundry piles up, making life feel that little bit easier. So, it’s easy to see why more homeowners are choosing to relocate their utility rooms upstairs. But before you commit to this setup, there are a few important things to think about.
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1 week ago |
homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson
Your driveway might serve a practical purpose, but that doesn’t mean it has to be plain. With the right approach, your driveway design can instantly boost kerb appeal, set the tone for your home, and even elevate the look and feel of your front garden. Modern driveway ideas now go far beyond basic concrete or tarmac. Think sleek paving in contemporary finishes, sustainable gravel grids, and subtle lighting that brings your entrance to life after dark.
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1 week ago |
homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson
A garage floor puts up with a lot. Whether you're storing high-end motors, DIY gear or simply housing bins and bikes, this hardworking space deserves a surface to match. And with so many garage flooring ideas available – from sleek resin finishes to affordable concrete floor paints – it’s easier than ever to combine practicality with a little polish. Garage conversions may get the design spotlight, but sometimes a garage should stay just that – a functional space for cars and DIY.
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2 weeks ago |
homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson
When planning or rethinking your garage, size really does matter. It’s not just the size of your car that you need to consider – you also need to factor in things like door clearance, storage needs, and how you’ll use the space day to day. Whether you're building from scratch or converting a garage into something more usable, understanding the average garage sizes in the UK can help you make the right call.
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3 weeks ago |
homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson
Improving your home security doesn’t have to involved bulky locks or spoiling your décor with clunky hardware. With a bit of creative thinking, you can protect your valuables in a way that feels completely in tune with your interiors. So, if you’re looking for a discreet way to lock things away, hidden safe ideas might be just the solution. Whether you're safeguarding jewellery, passports or emergency cash, picking the right location is often more important than the safe itself.
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