Like a lot of millennials, I lead a rather hectic life. I have a busy job and a hectic social life, which can sometimes mean that I end up feeling overly stressed at the end of the working day. My go-to stress reliever is a relaxing bubble bath, however in order to feel relaxed […]

  Not everyone is blessed with outdoor space, so if your home comes with a garden of its own, you really should make the most of it.   For a lot of people, the thing that holds them back from utilising their outdoor space is concern that gardening and garden design can be time-consuming and […]

  We are a generation of renters, which means that a large percentage of millennials like myself choose to rent our homes, rather than purchasing them. While there is nothing wrong with having a rented home, it can be quite tricky to navigate the dos and don’ts of customising a home that you live in […]

  The colour palette of 2019 is a lot more sophisticated and subtler than 2018, and if you are looking to update your home, there are so many beautiful trends to choose. This year’s colour trends are focussed on values like tranquillity, calmness and serenity, allowing you to create a stunning interior you can relax […]

  In Britain, we like to socialise. There’s no getting away from it. We love to chat with our friends and family, whether it’s in the day time or during the evenings. While the place to get together used to be bars and eateries, today most of us prefer to head home to our home […]

  The majority of us dreamed of having a fantasy or exciting bedroom or playroom as a child, whether you were into princesses and kingdoms or read tales of knights and their conquests, we all wanted a bedroom we would happily spend hours indulging your imagination in.   What if you could create something for […]

  I’ve been renting for over eight years, and in that time I like to think that I’ve learned a lot about the rental process.   I can still remember the first time I rented a property; I was 18-years-old and a student at university. I was excited about gaining my new found freedom living […]

  Having more natural sunlight in your home has plenty of different benefits; from saving money through reduced electricity usage to increased physical health with the natural vitamin B and D that sunlight provides. The fact is, seeing a naturally lit area brings you closer to nature, making you happier and boosting your immune system. […]

  I am the kind of girl that loves a soak in the bath, which means that for me, my bathroom is an extremely important space. As a renter, I don’t currently have the power to redesign my bathroom, however for when I purchase my own home – hopefully, sometime soon – I would love […]

  I often talk about home decor, but one topic that I haven’t discussed yet is my new bedroom. As you will know if you read my blog on a regular basis, The Gamer Bloke and I recently moved to a new home in a new city. Our new house is lovely, it’s a good […]

  I don’t know about you but I whole-heartedly believe that when it comes to my home the colours that I use within it reflect my personality. Colours are a huge part of how we decorate our homes, which is why I believe that they have such a strong link to our personalities.   Whenever […]

  Sadly I don’t currently own a home of my own, instead, I rent privately. While I’m lucky to be able to make small changes to my current home to make it homey, stylish and to my tastes, I can’t make ‘big’ changes. The Gamer Bloke and I plan on buying a house of our […]

  Smart technology has taken the world by storm. In the UK over 80% of the adult population now own a smartphone. Instead of browsing the internet through a desktop like the majority of people did a decade ago, people now have the convenience of being able to search the internet wherever and whenever they […]

  Aside from fixing leaks and checking over pipes, you may not be entirely sure what type of project and work a plumber can undertake. The truth is, a plumber is experienced in a whole lot more then you may realise.   Plumbers can tackle a wide range of jobs around your home and, if […]

  For the last few years, we have seen just how quickly the world has become obsessed with Scandinavian trends.   First, it was “Hygge“, which can be translated as “cosiness”. After all, how could one resist the idea of having small moments of happiness and comfort in your life?   Originally spelled as “Hugge”, […]

  Summer is here, the weather has been amazing recently, so why not give your garden a makeover and transform it into the perfect outdoor escape? No matter what state your garden is currently in, there’s always something you can do right now to improve it.   Here, you’ll discover how to get your garden […]

  Working from home can be great, but it does have its flaws. One of the main drawbacks is when the boundaries of work become blurred with your home life. A great solution to this is the garden office. It gives you a workspace without taking away a room out of your house, and gives […]

  The bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the home, but it is also one that is regularly overlooked and underrated. It is important to ensure that you take a look at your bathroom and make sure it is the best it can possibly be. This is one of the best ways […]

  When it comes to designing your most beautiful bathroom, it can be difficult to know where to begin. This is the room that people put the least thought into for the most part. Often people desire a gorgeous kitchen, living room and bedroom before they even begin to think about the place they shower. […]

  It’s not a secret anymore that our resources are dwindling, our carbon footprint is becoming unmanageable, and at this rate of consumption and waste, our beloved planet won’t be here for much longer. The reality is frightening, but that’s exactly why we should all be doing our best to live a more sustainable lifestyle. […]

  Home improvement projects are, without a doubt, big undertakings. Along with the commitment of time, there’s also the question of cost: according to data from the Office of National Statistics, the UK collectively spends a predicted £30 billion per year on home improvements. That’s around £43 million a week!   But although the initial […]

  When the budget is tight and your home is small, you can be forgiven for thinking that everything you want is attainable. But how do you create more space without overspending?   Where could you really gain space   The first is to take an objective look at your home and decide where you […]

  Decluttering your home is a daunting task and even the very thought of it can seem overwhelming! Due to the housing market slowing down, many people are staying in their current home and decluttering will make the most of available space. You will learn to love your home again!   Often people collect things […]

  If there’s one thing that all of us renters and homeowners seem to be suffering with, it’s the almost constant cleaning that having a home of your own requires. As soon as you clean it, you seem to notice something else that needs a little spruce up. Not ideall when you seem to have […]