Articles by Amanda Pollard

Spa-style bathrooms have become hugely popular, with many of us eager to create a nurturing haven in our homes. If you want to elevate your bathroom beyond the purely functional, check out these eight ideas for making it feel cozy, tranquil and indulg…

If you want to build up a portfolio of great interior photographs, it’s worth investing in the services of a professional photographer. But how do you make sure they can get the perfect shots of your projects? Read on to get advice from seasoned pros …

The owners of this beautiful storage-packed kitchen in a detached historical home in Hampshire, England, had their grandchildren front of mind when planning their space. “They look after the grandkids a lot, and also entertain,” says Darren Taylor, ma…

Managing a design or construction firm can be time-consuming, particularly when you’re busy with several different projects, but it pays to take some time out to analyze your business and plan ahead. Here, a design-build firm director, a landscape de…

If you want to grow your business and attract more customers, it’s worth putting in the effort during the initial contact with a lead. Here, professionals on Houzz share their favorite advice for clinching the deal.

Long to-do lists, multiple projects, endless admin — all these things and more can present a challenge when it comes to staying organized and efficient at work. To help you manage projects efficiently and create time to grow your business, we asked pr…

If you’re after a simple, effective and relatively low-cost way to connect with your target market and ultimately grow your business, it’s worth spending time on an email marketing strategy. Not convinced? Here are seven things you can do with regular…

Renovations can be costly, long and disruptive, so it’s no wonder clients can sometimes feel apprehensive and anxious about the progress of a project. Keeping the process on schedule, maintaining the quality of the design and workmanship, and tracking…

If you’re eager to plan a landscape that can help to protect the environment, there are a few simple things you can do. From reducing waste and saving water to creating habitats and food for wildlife, taking these measures can make an impact even with…

The London Design Festival, now in its 22nd year, celebrates the best of creativity in the UK. It is always huge, with exhibitions, installations, discussions and product launches popping up across the city. It aims to highlight new innovations as wel…