Trevor Brown Architects

Nov 5, 2024 | houzz.co.uk | Sarah Alcroft |Trevor Brown Architects

When we’re renovating, it’s easy to forget the humble hallway in favour of kitchens and bathrooms, but could our entrances be about to get some attention? Recent Houzz research has found that we’re focusing on first impressions more, with searches for the general ‘hall’ and ‘entrance’ and the more specific ‘Victorian entrance hallway’ all up by more than half.

Oct 1, 2024 | houzz.co.uk | Kate Burt |Trevor Brown Architects

Get design ideas for your living room renovation from these most-saved photos on HouzzAs the summer faded and autumn slunk in, our thoughts turned to getting cosy in the sitting room. Soft colours, comfy seating, character, grown-up relaxation and good light were all features we picked up on in the season’s top five most saved living room photos*. Presented in reverse order, take a look at the five schemes and let us know which elements you’re most drawn to.

Aug 18, 2024 | houzz.co.uk | Victoria Harrison |Chris Snook |Trevor Brown Architects |Rees Architects

Take a look at these smart ideas for moving your laundry equipment out of the kitchenHaven’t got space for a laundry area in your kitchen? Upstairs utility rooms are having a moment on Houzz. We’ve noticed more than a few clever utility cupboards and laundry room ideas in our Houzz Tours that squeeze practicality and purpose out of upstairs landings and bathrooms. Take a look at these ideas to be inspired.

Aug 17, 2024 | houzz.co.uk | Amanda Pollard |Trevor Brown Architects

When a garden is on a lower level than its adjoining property, it can be tricky to find a connection between the inside and outside. This was indeed an issue for the family who live in this 1930s semi-detached house: the lovely big garden felt distant, as they had to go down quite a few steps to reach it. A solution was needed for this, as well as for updating the tired interior and opening up the divided layout.