Tag: Turn
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When do you know it’s time to turn the heating on?
If, with the sudden arrival of damp and colder weather you’ve seen claims ‘this is the date you need to turn your heating on’, the rising cost of energy bills means you could be hoping this date is still far in the future. The truth is, saying there’s a set date is actually a myth.…
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Building Dreams: How Architects Turn Ideas into Landmarks
Turning a vision into a physical space is one of the most transformative journeys anyone can take. From the sketch of a concept to the unveiling of a finished structure, architectural services play a vital role in shaping environments that inspire, protect, and endure. These services are not merely about construction but about creating landmark…
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Change of use: How to turn non-residential land into a plot
When you’re hunting for a building plot, it’s easy to think you’ll stumble across a neat patch of grass with planning permission already sorted and services waiting at the boundary. In reality, that almost never happens and more often than not, the best opportunities are hidden in plain sight – old garages, barns, or even,…
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McLaren to turn Heathrow post-war buildings into logistics hub
Alistair Awcock, infrastructure director for Heathrow Airport, said: “This infrastructure investment will provide prime logistics accommodation to our Heathrow partners, whilst modernising, strengthening and adding capacity to our perimeter property portfolio, supporting our customer strategy.” View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Can you turn a pond into a natural swimming pool?
Often beautiful in theory, many ponds end up as stagnant corners of the garden that don’t quite earn their keep. But what if you could swap your unloved water feature for something a little more inviting this summer? Swimming ponds offer the best of both worlds: a place to swim in clean, chemical-free water, alongside…
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Graham to turn former Boddingtons site into homes
Richard Cook, chief development officer at Clarion Housing Group, said: “Boddingtons is a cornerstone of our ambitions for central Manchester to deliver high-quality, affordable new homes and a striking new presence on the city’s skyline. This project will transform a long-derelict site and help address the city’s growing housing need with a focus on design,…
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Share your story to ‘turn pain into purpose’
“We remember stories in a way that we do not remember data,” he says. “You can give someone hundreds of safety stats, but if they hear one story that makes them feel, they carry that lesson with them. It is the difference between compliance and conviction. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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IDSystems slide and turn doors: A modern alternative to traditional designs
Seamless connections between the home and garden are key decisions for self-builders and renovators. Bifold or sliding doors have been the default options, but a new choice in the form of slide and turn doors has emerged with the award-winning vistaline system by IDSystems. Full height glazing is crucial for that connection, but both bifold…
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A remarkable turn of events helps a retired couple build a home for themselves in their greatest moment of need
For homeowners, Francine and Stephen, it felt like fate was conspiring against them when they were trying to create a self build home for themselves several years ago. But then a remarkable turn of events happened to help the couple in their greatest moment of need. “I was born disabled, and my health has recently…
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Landsec to turn former Debenhams into a £17m park in Cardiff city centre
Bruce Findlay, managing director for retail at Landsec, said: “This approval is a significant milestone in our long-term investment strategy for St David’s. The city square project underscores our commitment to creating exceptional experiences for our visitors which, in turn, provides a robust platform for our brand partners to grow. View the original article and…