Property and Development

5 days ago | padmagazine.co.uk | Sam Allcock

Two males. Just one vision. As well as a ton of tile. Two of the most significant personalities in North American home design television are Jonathan and Drew Scott, who have achieved this quietly but effectively. They look strikingly alike, but they have different roles—one renovates, the other negotiates—and they have created more than just gorgeous kitchens.

5 days ago | padmagazine.co.uk | Sam Allcock

What you put in your driveway in Virginia can have a big effect on your local tax liability. Nearly every car owner in the state is subject to the recurring personal property tax, which is frequently misinterpreted or completely disregarded by newcomers. From pickup trucks to sailboats, from Arlington to Roanoke, the tax structure is intricate, intricate, and intricately linked to Virginia’s local revenue systems.

5 days ago | padmagazine.co.uk | Sam Allcock

Many homeowners find that adding a large pool to their backyard is a remarkably effective way to upgrade their lifestyle, especially those who want an outdoor makeover without committing to the chaos of construction. The idea of cooling off in your own haven no longer seems like an elite fantasy as the UK’s climate shifts bring longer, warmer summers. One filter pump, one splash, one shaded afternoon at a time—this is starting to become the new normal.

5 days ago | padmagazine.co.uk | Sam Allcock

People in Kansas have had a surprising amount of success in recent years in recovering financial assets that they may have otherwise forgotten. These assets, which fall under the category of unclaimed property, can range from long-lost payroll checks and unclaimed life insurance payouts to dormant savings accounts. These funds, which are carefully managed by the Kansas State Treasurer’s Office, patiently await the emergence of their legitimate owners or heirs.

5 days ago | padmagazine.co.uk | Sam Allcock

The Poäng chair cover has evolved from an accessory to a design intervention, a personalization tool, and an aesthetic statement in many homes in recent years. The cover was first designed to go with IKEA’s famous Poäng armchair, but it has since changed to something much more striking. What started out as a straightforward way to clean up spills or wear is now a starting point for artistic interior design.