Category: Home Improvement
China Masters The Art Of “Instant ” Buildings
The Broad Group, a private company based in China who are global manufactures of a vary of products have managed to achieve the impossible by mastering the art of “instant” building which enables them to build up to 6-storeys in just 24 hours! Their innovative flat pack techniques has allowed broad sustainable building (BSB) to [...]
London Boroughs Supports Railway Proposal
Wandsworth Council’s proposal for a new direct rail services between Waterloo and Heathrow has won support from more London boroughs. Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham Councils are backing the scheme as a key measure to improve surface access to the airport and to ease congestion on the Piccadilly Line. The service would include stops in [...]
US Real Estate Shows Signs Of Recovery
A recent survey showed that pending home sales in the US has increased by 4.1% in March compared to that in the previous month and are up by 12.8% year on year. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), this is definitely good news as it is a sign that the US real estate [...]
The Top 10 Preferred Spots For Student Accommodations
The recent study conducted by the British Council revealed that International Students heading to the UK is set to increase by 10% over the next decade, making it the fastest growing destination for International Students outside of Australia. This is definitely good news for those who are considering to venture into the buy-to-let market. Though [...]
Residents Urged To State Their Views On Fulham Riverside
Residents of Fulham have been urged by the Council to come up and “have their say” regarding it’s plan to transform it’s disused industrial land. The land which is located on a riverside stretch of Sands End from Carnwath Road to Imperial Wharf, has already begun it’s second and final round of public consultation and [...]
First-time Buyers Urged To Ask The Right Questions To Avoid Property Headaches
A recent study conducted by HSBC revealed that a majority of first-time buyers are unaware of the practicalities that comes with owning a home. Being caught up in the excitement of finally being a home owner can cause them to end up with more than they bargain for just because they fail to inquire of [...]
REALTY Estates To Start Work On It’s £35m Redevelopment Of Gateway House
REALTY Estates says it is ready to start work on its £35m redevelopment of Gateway House – the S-shaped building on Piccadilly Station approach – and the area behind it. The Manchester-based developer, which has stripped out the building and secured funding, is also in advanced negotiations with potential hoteliers. The company said it has [...]
Home Decor – Tips For The Season
It’s nearly time to dress the tree and your home for the festive season. Homespun guru Kirstie Allsopp and decor experts share their seasonal style tips with Gabrielle Fagan Kirstie Allsopp’s rushing around thinking about robins, baubles, tinsel and all sorts of Christmas things. While the rest of us probably end up in a last-minute [...]
Basement Turned Beach Spot – The Growing Property Conversion Trend
A Kensington developer has decided to build a beach in the basement of a London property. The Daily Mail has reported that the false beach resort will surround a 36 foot swimming pool and include a beach area, changing rooms, sauna and a spa bath. The plan is yet to gain planning approval but the [...]
Oasis Teams Up With United House Group For Waterloo Site
Global charity Oasis has announced that it has chosen the award-winning United House Group as its preferred partner for the redevelopment of the Oasis Centre in Waterloo. Oasis chose United House after a demanding three-stage competitive selection process, based on a range of criteria including their approach to the project and their track record of [...]
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