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1 week ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Hugh Metcalf |Mary Richards |Jason Podesta
Love this boutique hotel-inspired concept, but not sure it will work for everyday living? Here’s what you need to know. Whether you’ve stayed in a luxury hotel that features one, or simply seen one in the pages of a glossy interiors magazine, chances are you’re familiar with the idea of a freestanding bath situated in a bedroom. How you feel about it may be a different story.
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2 weeks ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Mary Richards
Research shows that 54% of Brits say they’re capable of DIY, although just 9% of these refer to themselves as ‘very’ capable. Whichever camp you fall into, it can be tempting to save money by tackling home maintenance jobs yourself. Certain jobs, however, should be left to the professionals, and with good reason – botched DIY attempts at tile grouting, plumbing and structural work can be incredibly costly and cause further issues in other parts of your home.
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3 weeks ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Karen Stylianides
Pip and Sarah were in from a challenge from the outset with this ambitious project. The 150-year-old former grain barn looked ‘ready to keel over’ at first glance, but the couple aren’t strangers to projects that need a bit of extra TLC. Pip and Sarah have a passion for vulnerable animals, or ‘waifs and strays’ as they call them. They hope that on completion they can bolster their animal collection, which already has Sarah’s beloved horse, to add donkeys, goats and sheep.
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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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1 month ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards |Jason Podesta
Being able to move freely around your own home is something most non-disabled people take for granted. But most homes in the UK are not accessible, which can make life very difficult for anyone who has mobility issues and those who use wheelchairs. However, there are many adaptions and specialist products that can make daily life easier. Annabella Fudge-Harman is an interior designer with expertise in accessible design.
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1 month ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Mary Richards |Andrea Manley
Quartz is a superior worktop solution due to its durability, low maintenance, and aesthetic versatility. Unlike marble, which is a natural stone prone to scratches, stains, and etching from acidic substances, quartz is an engineered stone material composed of natural quartz crystals combined with resins. This composition makes quartz non-porous, highly resistant to stains, and impervious to moisture and bacteria; ideal for maintaining a hygienic and beautiful kitchen environment.
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1 month ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Mary Richards |Andrea Manley
Summer is fast approaching. With the warmer weather comes lively BBQs on the lawn with friends and family, lazy summer evenings out on the deck with a good book and beautiful, colourful flowers in full bloom. So, if you want to open your doors to outdoor living this year, it’s essential to get your garden looking its best.
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1 month ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Jason Podesta |Mary Richards |Andrea Manley
When it comes to transforming your home into a more functional and aesthetically pleasing space, the choice of doors can make a significant difference. Traditional swinging doors, while classic, often take up valuable floor space and can interrupt the flow of a room. ECLISSE Pocket Doors are the perfect solution for modern interiors seeking to blend style with practicality.
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2 months ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Andrea Manley |Mary Richards |Jason Podesta
Whether you decide on a wooden fence or a unique garden wall, a striking boundary will protect your home and enhance its style credentials. Timber fences, metal screens and stone walls ensure privacy, reduce noise and act as a wind break. Selecting the right design will enhance the look of your outdoor space and may add value to your home.
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2 months ago | 
granddesignsmagazine.com | Mary Richards |Jason Podesta |Amy Cutmore
If you’ve got the space, a home gym can be one of the best ways to achieve your fitness goals – enabling you to save time and money and, with all the equipment at home, you’ve got no excuse not to find the time to exercise. Read on for great tips from fitness experts on how to create the perfect home gym…Adam Clark, from Rugbystuff.com, says, “Building a home gym doesn’t need to be expensive or time consuming. You can create a useful space with versatile equipment that is easy to store.
