Tag: Ideas
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Garden ideas for dogs to create a pet-friendly space
If you’re a dog owner you’ll know the garden is one big adventure playground for your pet, offering the perfect opportunity for exploring nature, having a good roll on the lawn, and investigating the flower beds. My dog is with me every minute I’m out in the garden, and it’s definitely her favourite place to…
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Modern driveway ideas to step up your home’s kerb appeal
Your driveway might serve a practical purpose, but that doesn’t mean it has to be plain. With the right approach, your driveway design can instantly boost kerb appeal, set the tone for your home, and even elevate the look and feel of your front garden. Modern driveway ideas now go far beyond basic concrete or…
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10 Very Good Design Ideas We’re Mentally Bookmarking From The Pasadena Showcase House (+ A Fun Fact You Probably Didn’t Know)
Raise your hand if you spent your weekends as an adolescent being towed around town from model home community to model home community by your parents? ::raises both hands:: I’d be lying if I said I didn’t like it. While your family pastime might have been something like playing sports together, going on long bike…
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10 dormer cladding ideas to finish off your loft conversion
All too often, not enough thought is given to dormer cladding ideas, with homeowners focussing all their efforts on the new internal spaces they’ll be creating in their loft conversion instead. Big mistake. While dormer loft conversions and dormer windows can both really enhance the external appearance of a house, the wrong choice of cladding…
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Garage flooring ideas for optimum car storage
A garage floor puts up with a lot. Whether you’re storing high-end motors, DIY gear or simply housing bins and bikes, this hardworking space deserves a surface to match. And with so many garage flooring ideas available – from sleek resin finishes to affordable concrete floor paints – it’s easier than ever to combine practicality…
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Renovation Ideas For Project Homes in North America
Buying a property that needs a little TLC can be one of the smartest real estate moves you can make. Across North America, from the bustling suburbs to charming rural towns, there are countless project homes listed at lower price points. With strategic renovations, these properties offer significant opportunities to increase value and turn a…
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4 Really Good (And Thoughtful) Mother’s Day Sentimental Ideas
The first Mother’s Day post I wrote was six years ago, and to this day is one of my favorite posts I’ve written. I know that saying a bona fide gift guide is a favorite may sound a little odd at first, especially given how many posts and personal reveals I’ve done, but it was…
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Hidden safe ideas to hide your valuables at home
Improving your home security doesn’t have to involved bulky locks or spoiling your décor with clunky hardware. With a bit of creative thinking, you can protect your valuables in a way that feels completely in tune with your interiors. So, if you’re looking for a discreet way to lock things away, hidden safe ideas might…
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Living room ideas for terraced houses
If you live in a terraced house, you’re probably aware that terraced living rooms come with their own set of quirks – such as long, narrow footprints or limited natural light. But with a little design know-how, it’s possible to turn even the smallest of lounges into a space that punches well above its weight.…
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Open Kitchen Shelving Ideas from Real Renovations
Upper cabinets may be the default in kitchen design, but open shelving is the quiet disruptor bringing both airiness and artistry to culinary spaces. It’s a choice that rewards minimalism, demands organization, and invites personality—whether it’s a row of cookbooks, a favorite mug, or a pop of greenery. Across a range of Sweeten renovations, homeowners…