Articles by Amanda Pollard

Is your yard a restful spot where you can chill out and relax, or is it lacking that oh-so-important tranquil vibe? If you’re looking to feel completely at peace in your outdoor space, take a look at these ideas to help you turn your outdoor space int…

It’s a common question: How do you modernize a period property while retaining its original charm? This challenge was paramount for Phil Thomas of design and build firm Albert’s House when it came to redesigning a couple’s compact Victorian-era worker…

It’s a common question: How do you modernize a period property while retaining its original charm? This challenge was paramount for Phil Thomas of design and build firm Albert’s House when it came to redesigning a couple’s compact Victorian-era worker…

It can feel slightly daunting when a renovation quote is higher than expected or prices rise mid-project, so it’s a good idea to be prepared and flexible. To help you gain some insight, we spoke to three professionals on Houzz to find out how price in…

There’s plenty to inspire at 2022’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show (May 24 to 28) in London as designers showed how to create landscapes that look beautiful, help to nourish our mental well-being and provide a food-rich habitat for wildlife. Read on to disco…

The owners of this home in Bedfordshire, England, home wanted to preserve the character of their Victorian house while making it functional for the needs of a modern family. The solution was to open up the floor plan to create a brighter, more sociabl…

If you want to make a swift sale of your home — and at the right price — it pays to show it off to its maximum potential. The goal is not only to prompt an offer, but also to ensure that house hunters don’t have any reason to haggle on the list price….

When it comes to designing a small living room, most professionals have a few golden rules they use to make the most of the space. Here, two architects and two interior designers share their go-to tips and tricks to ensure a small room is big on style…

Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve begun to look at our homes differently. They’ve become a place to linger for longer, rather than just at the start and end of the day, and we’ve come to see them as a restorative space. As a result, many of us wa…

If the furniture in your living room or family room is looking a little tired and dirty, check out this guide on how to spruce up the upholstery.