Lifestyle

This week’s community interest article looks at how to incorporate the latest interiors trend into the décor of your home. Forget Scandi style or minimalist chic, the interior trend of the moment is wabi-sabi – an approach to design that’s gentler on the environment and the bank balance. So, what is this concept with the weird rhyming name all about, and could it work for you? Wabi-sabi...

What’s your bedroom like? In this week’s community interest article, we look at ways to make your bedroom feel like a luxury hotel. It’s estimated that the average person spends 26 years of their life asleep and nearly seven years trying to get to sleep, so your bedroom needs to be somewhere you really want to spend your time. Your bed and its surroundings should be comfortable and...

Is your garden summer-ready? In this week’s community interest article, we look at the top gardening trends of 2023 and how you can make your outside space more appealing. Whether you’ve got a huge garden or a modest balcony, making the most of your outside space matters. Especially as the weather warms up and you can spend more time enjoying the fresh air. So, what are the big garden trends of...

Is your home safe? In this week’s community interest article, we discuss safety in the home and how you can avoid common household accidents. Some days, it’s like your home is a minefield of accidents just waiting to happen. You trip up the stairs with a pile of washing in your arms, you break your favourite mug, and to top it all off, you burn the toast. Not fun. While everyone wants a home...

Are there hidden hazards in your garden that could make your pooch ill and leave you with costly vet bills? Here’s a guide to keeping your garden safe and secure for your dog. Fencing  The last thing you want is for your hound to escape onto the street and get hit by a car or pay an uninvited visit to the neighbours. If your dog is good at jumping, ensure your fence is high enough to...