Cheryl Stevenson

Using Folding sliding doors on your property

Folding sliding doors can be added to any new extension or existing property to enable you to open out your property and add light into your life. The use of folding sliding doors is the newest in home improvement trends, with an increase in the number of... Read >

Five ways to create your perfect pool house

Are you looking to add a pool house onto your home? Or are you looking to replace an existing pool house? Here is five things to consider when you are looking at adding or updating pool house. Look at the space you already have available for your pool ... Read >

New dimensions for your dining room

A new trend in cooking and dining programmes has caused an increase in renovating and decorating dining rooms. Programmes such as come dine with me and Ramsey’s kitchen nightmares are encouraging a new generation of amateur chefs to start playing host in ... Read >

A guide to choosing the right greenhouse

Selecting a greenhouse that is just right for your garden can be a difficult task, particularly if you are on a budget. However, the many designs available means that you are sure to find a design that you are happy with. Exploring the different designs a... Read >

Working from home in a Garden Studio

Studies show that working from a garden studio allows employees to work extra hours stress free and releases the strain caused by a commute to work. Working from a garden studio can increase productivity and improve the health of employees. Garden stud... Read >

Apropos exhibit at Grand Designs Live

The Grand Design Live show combines everything which makes the TV series so popular. Grand Designs Live blends style, personality and inspiration all under one roof, to make sure their visitors, leave with the knowledge and vision of how they want their h... Read >

Glasshouses the new trend in home improvement

Glasshouses were designed originally to keep warm climate plants in and grow fruit and vegetables which found it difficult to survive British weather. Glasshouses were traditionally situated at the end of the garden and were only used when the plants need... Read >

Sheltering from the elements under a bespoke canopy

A bespoke canopy is the perfect way to protect yourself from the elements. A bespoke canopy can be added to much anywhere you need it whether it be a conservatory, orangery or extension. Adding a bespoke canopy to your house can be a cheap way to increase... Read >

Glass and aluminium kitchen extensions

The kitchen is the main hub of the house, so deciding to add a kitchen extension to your property can be a big decision. Research has found that adding a kitchen extension to your house can increase its value by at least five percent. Choosing to add a... Read >

Glass Houses – Architecture in glass

Traditionally glass houses were used to keep exotic and unusual plants which would struggle to grow in the cool British air. Glass houses are usually purchased from the local garden centre and once constructed can be very difficult to dismantle. With the ... Read >

Orangeries – A conservatory alternative

History of the orangery Orangeries were fashionable in the 18th and 19th century, as a different way to keep plants and entertain guests. The orangery was used to show off prestige and wealth to friends and family. An orangery was a structure which was... Read >

Garden Studio – Summer garden essential

A garden studio is classified in many different ways they can be known as garden offices and working sheds it just depends what use it has. Garden studios can be used as play rooms, offices, beauty treatment rooms, a gymnasium, saunas, games rooms, chill ... Read >

Pool Houses – perfect climate change solution

Having a pool house surrounding your swimming pool is becoming more and more popular throughout Britain. Our summers are getting hotter so more people are buying swimming pools and hot tubs for their gardens. This year we have seen the weather change from... Read >