Advice articles about "Design and Inspiration"

Designing the ultimate personal haven for Mother's Day

Here are Resi, we’re always challenging ourselves to look at things differently. So on Mother’s Day we asked ourselves: what could architects do to...

5 things to know about adding a mezzanine

First things first, what is a mezzanine? The easiest way of thinking about a mezzanine is to see them as a floating extra floor. Not big enough t...

How to create a garden that's wildlife-friendly all year round

Think a garden is nothing more than a place to lounge in during summer? Think again! UK gardens have the potential to be wildlife saviours, yet so...

How to create a garden on either a balcony or roof

Not everyone is blessed with green space, especially those living in flats or maisonettes. However, just because you’re lacking a traditional lawn,...

Creating a home that's ready for playtime

The home plays an important role in every child’s development. It’s where they take their first steps, say their first words, and learn the joys of...

Contemporary home design inspiration for 2023

Heading into 2023 with a desire to transform your home? Perhaps you’re finding your current space a little dated. Maybe too cramped? Not enough lig...

Creating space for older family members in your home

Inviting older relatives to join your home can be a life-enhancing experience for everyone involved, as well as posing certain challenges. Family d...

How to improve flow in a Victorian house?

If you own a Victorian home you’ll be familiar with their characterful nature. They come with plenty of unique and attractive features from tall ce...

Stylish & practical kitchen layout ideas

The kitchen is now the central hub of a home due to the boom in an open-plan design. It is not just the room for cooking. It is the entertaining sp...

French, sliding, bi-fold - which doors are right for your extension?

Think doors are boring? Think again! If you’re undertaking a rear, side, or wraparound extension, doors can transform your entire household. Far mo...

Open-plan living - the perfect choice for family life?

Open-plan living seems to have a particularly strong allure for those looking to renovate family homes. According to our report into The Science of...

The Top Kitchen Trends for 2023

It goes without saying that a full kitchen renovation isn’t a realistic annual tradition for everyone. But whether you’re designing your dream kitc...

How to child-proof your home the Resi way

If you’re expecting, you’ll already be aware of just how much preparation being ready for the big day takes. We’re sure you’ve had unsolicited advi...

Modernise your Victorian living room

Use a mix of patterns and textures to create a modern look If you're looking to modernise your Victorian living room, try mixing up the patterns a...

10 design tricks to create a light and bright bathroom

When designing our dream homes, the desire to create breathtaking living spaces can sometimes leave bathrooms ignored, cramped, dimly lit and wholl...

7 Ways to Add More Natural Light into Your Home

Natural light is essential for our health and well-being, and it can make a huge difference in the look and feel of a home - especially now that we...

How to achieve a 'broken plan' home

For years the trend of open plan living has reigned supreme, yet a new contender is entering the ring - broken plan living. A twist on open plan, ...

Broken-plan living explained

Broken-plan living is all about curating an open-plan layout to create distinctive pockets or ‘zones’ throughout your home without losing all the b...

Indoor plant ideas for adding greenery to your home

Swiss cheese plants and devil’s ivy are now staples of inner-city homes. Their lush leaves can transform the spaces they’re in and create a sense o...

Creating the perfect atmosphere for kitchen party pros

Julia Child famously declared, ‘A party without cake is just a meeting.’ And for those who love to host – whether it’s a kid’s birthday or a wine-s...

Modern entryway ideas - how to style yours

© Matt Gamble The entryway of your home is the first thing that guests see when they arrive and the last thing you see when you head out in the mo...

Interior design trends 2023: get ready this summer

© Matt Gamble Some design trends stand the test of time and some last only a season. We run through some of our favourite current design trends th...

How to prepare a baby-friendly home without moving

If you’re expecting, preparing your home for the arrival of a little one can be one of the most intimidating factors to consider – particularly if ...

Holiday at home - create a vacation atmosphere without leaving the house

With sunnier weather to enjoy at home, avoid the hassle of flights and enjoy the summer months holidaying at home. Follow your holiday style and di...

5 home improvements you can do in a month

If you’re a busy person who has unexpectedly found themselves with a quiet month on their hands, you might be considering taking on a little home p...

The best bathroom features to lure in future buyers

So you’re looking to do up your bathroom, or maybe you’re adding in a new one, question is: what’s going to land you the most added value? After al...

Best home improvement projects for your bedroom

If you’ve found yourself with some time on your hands and a little cash tucked away, why not tackle a couple home improvement projects? Not only ar...

5 design ideas that'll transform your bedroom

No other room better embodies the word ‘haven’ quite like the bedroom. From cosy Sunday mornings spent with tea in hand, to those lazy afternoons w...

10 garage conversion ideas

If your garage is going spare, acting like a glorified storage unit, then it could be time to get this space working harder. Garage conversions are...

How to design a safe (fun) home for children

When it comes to preparing for your home for kids, there’s plenty to consider. Not only do you want to make sure your home is safe for even the sm...

House extension ideas: before and after photos

Are you in the mood for some home inspiration? If the answer is yes, then brace yourself for some before and after delights. While we all love to ...

More is More: Tips for designing a maximalist home

Has the minimalism craze of the 2010s got you feeling… very little? Are you dying to add some colour to your home? A little bit of fun? Then welcom...

Adding the "WOW" factor to your dining room

If there’s one area you don’t want to fall flat it’s your dining room. After all, if you’re going through all that effort of putting together a thr...

How to create study hubs that make homework irresistible

Whether you and your kids love homework or loathe it, having a dedicated study hub can make all the difference when it comes to home education (som...

10 tips for creating your own home office

Whether you’re working remotely out of choice or due to government intervention, getting your home office in order is a must to ensure you keep pro...

How to use colour theory to decorate your home

How is it that some people just seem to have a knack for interior design? What separates the professional interior designers from us mere mortals? ...

15 projects to inspire your home extension

The more time we spend at home, the more space we wish we had at our disposal. That's the trend we seem to be seeing at Resi. More and more of our ...

15 more projects to inspire your home extension

If you have looked through our pick of 15 inspirational projects but still want more, you're in the right place. We've got another 15 projects to i...

10 fireplace designs to keep you warm this winter

Sitting around a cosy fire is built into our ancestral code. Back in the time of cave paintings and spear fighting, fires were used for warmth and ...

10 tips for adding industrial style to your home

If you’ve spent a lot of time on Netflix you may have noticed a pattern in the interior design. Often, when a show is about the rich and famous, yo...

7 rules for designing an amazing small bathroom

Struggling to find ideas that suit your small bathroom? While we would all love to be blessed with multiple big bathrooms, it’s not always the best...

Setting up a comfortable and productive home office

‘WFH’ made its way into the 2020 Words of the Year list and if you’re still working from home, you’ll know that having a dedicated space can make a...

How modern living room lights can transform your space

There's no doubt about it: modern living room lights can transform your space. The right lighting fixtures can elevate the beauty of your home, hel...

Bring your cooking passion to life with your perfect kitchen

Cooking today feels like so much more than just a means to an end. For those of us that are lucky enough to pick and choose ingredients we love, ex...

The great living room transformation

In keeping with how our lifestyles and the world around us seem to evolve at breakneck speed, the blueprint for modern living rooms regularly shape...

Choosing cabinets for a living room that match your aesthetic

If you’re looking to spruce up your living room, cabinets can be a great way to add storage and style. Choosing the right cabinets for your living ...

Colour pop for kitchens

When it comes to the home, kitchens are the most popular candidate for renovations. Gone are the days of the kitchen serving the solely practical p...

Family bathroom ideas for any stage of life

It’s often joked about that having separate bathrooms to a spouse is the secret to a happy relationship. Here at Resi, we’re more interested in how...

Creative home bar ideas

© Matt Gamble Calling all dedicated hosts: elevate your next party and create your dream home bar. Whether you’re mixing virgin mojitos on a Sunda...

A quick guide to bathroom lighting

Are you looking for ways to light up your bathroom and create an inviting atmosphere? Look no further! This quick guide will help you understand th...

Top 5 accessories and ornaments for a stylish bathroom

Creating a stylish bathroom doesn't have to be difficult. Whether you are looking to completely redesign your bathroom or just add a few finishing ...

Are we all obsessed with having a cosy home?

Recent trends indicate that everyone seems to be increasingly drawn to the cosy aspects of life. Throughout architecture, design and lifestyle tren...

Top Instagram accounts to follow for home design inspiration - Part 2

Instagram is a fantastic resource when it comes to seeking interior design inspiration. But if your algorithm isn’t serving you up fresh colour sch...

Top 10 Instagram accounts to follow for interior design inspiration - Part 1

If you are anything like us then there’s nothing better than scrolling through Instagram as a way to get some design inspiration. A lot of us are n...

Design your home the way you’d like to live

Envisage the moment you turn your keys in the lock and step into your home. In an ideal world, it would be a moment of pleasant anticipation, relie...

Is it time to detox from trend-led interior design?

Interior design trends change constantly and keeping up with what’s “in” can be disorientating to say the least. In this article, we explore whethe...

How we all got obsessed with light - exploring natural light in design

Natural light in interior design The benefits of natural light are plentiful and significant. It can provide us with Vitamin D that’s vital for bo...

Cost-saving alternatives to your favourite design trends

© Topology Project Some design trends are fleeting while others stand the test of time. But a commonality among them is that the more popular the ...

Are we over WFH and was the home office just a phase?

Recent years have blended many of our working and home lives – or transformed them to some degree. We’ve all seen and heard reports about office li...

Making your forever home: the most important factors to consider.

One thing we do a little bit differently at Resi is ask our clients directly how they feel about their project at various stages throughout their r...

Out with the old – in with the new – a dive into the world of furniture upcycling

In keeping with the arrival of spring, we’re exploring new beginnings in the things that feel most familiar to us. As the weather warms and the sun...

Can you add value to your home without increasing square footage?

Increasing the square footage of your property is a fairly guaranteed way of adding value to it. However, we refer you here to the age old adage: q...

Maximising space for a growing family

One of the most common reasons homeowners take on a new project is to prepare for a growing family. Whether this is by increasing their living spac...

How to maximise the space in your home

When it comes to your home, no doubt you (and future buyers) want to have as much space as possible. However, in the last decade, homes have been g...

What are the top interior design trends of 2022?

It feels like 2022 will continue to be a home-focused year for millions nationwide. Throughout 2020, our homes became our offices, our classrooms, ...

They’ve flown the nest: a guide to reclaiming your space

With an increasingly challenging housing ladder to climb, kids are staying home for longer than ever these days – sometimes well into adulthood. So...

Creating multi-functional spaces for outdoorsy folk

What we love to do and where we live are some of the most personal things about us. We believe that creating a home that nurtures your passions and...

Which bedroom rugs should you choose for your home?

Decorating a bedroom is an exciting task, and choosing the right rug can be the key to making it look perfect. When selecting rugs for your bedroom...

Tips for setting up a bedroom desk

Working from home has become the norm for many of us, and setting up a desk in your bedroom can help you create a comfortable and productive worksp...

Is it time to extinguish fireplaces in the home? Is cosy living really worth the cost?

Depending on who you ask, wood and gas fireplaces and wood-burning stoves are either the pinnacle of what it means to be cosy or a smoky hassle tha...

Black accessories for an aesthetic but bright bathroom

Black accessories can be a great way to add a touch of sophistication and modernity to your bathroom. Not only do they look stylish and aesthetical...

How to correctly choose your kitchen lighting

Modern kitchen lighting often seems to default to spotlights only. So, unless it’s in your grandparent's house - where it’s probably one overhead l...

Declutter in 2023: Clever Storage Solutions for Your Kitchen

The kitchen is at the heart of most of our homes. And it’s a space that has to work very hard. Each member of the household goes through that space...

How to find your perfect kitchen lights

In order to make your dream kitchen come to life, there are a number of important factors to consider but one consistent element in kitchen design ...

How to select tiles for your living room

If you're tired of your old floors and want to give your living room a facelift, then it could be time to consider using tiles. Tiling is one of th...

6 Clever Ways to Maximise your Home Storage

Maximising your home storage can help you declutter your space and make your home feel more organised and functional. Here are six home storage sol...

Choosing the Perfect Bathroom Heaters for Your Home

Are you in the market for new bathroom heaters? With so many options available, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. We’ve exp...

How to style a modern bookcase for a cosy reading nook

If unwinding with a good book is your thing, you’ve probably long dreamt of having your very own cosy reading nook. It can be so much more than jus...

Kids' bedroom decor: how to decorate your child’s bedroom

If you have a little one, then you know that their room is a special place. It's where they can go to escape and just be a kid. The only problem is...

How to create a pet friendly home

Just like people, pets need the right conditions to be happy at home. But unlike us, our furry friends have little power or control over their envi...

How to save and create space with your walls

When we are looking to create space at home, we might try shifting furniture around or stuffing things in the loft, but a great space-saving strate...

How to avoid your dormer becoming an eyesore

When it comes to adding both new space and value to your home, no project does it better than the loft conversion. However, finding the headroom an...

Which home improvements add value to your house?

Before you invest in improving your home wouldn’t it be nice to know that the money you spend will be worth it, not just in terms of the enjoyment ...

5 ways to make your home more eco-friendly on a budget

Want to make your home more eco-friendly? Good news, there are now plenty of options out there to help make your home a little greener. What’s more...

How to add a wet room to your home

Forget the wet rooms you might have known as a kid, nowadays they’re taking over modern bathroom design, providing a space-saving and stylish featu...

Living roofs: 5 things you need to know

Living roofs are going to be big in the next few years. How do we know? Every year we provide over 10,000 consultations to UK homeowners, and more ...

How to create a home gym or workout space

Whether keeping fit with Joe Wicks or moving to Mr Motivator, more and more of our exercise routines are taking place inside the home. But most liv...

Home improvement ideas that add value to your home

With the prices of UK homes ever increasing, it’s never been more important to get in on the action. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best ways...

10 ways to reduce the cleaning in your home

Housework, does anyone really enjoy it? Sure, there are those rumoured tidy freaks, those who can’t wait to strap on a pair of yellow gloves, but t...

Infographic: 5 Ways To Let Light In

Don't let your home get left in the dark. Our experts have put together these tricks and tips for letting more light into your rooms. Whether you'r...

How to keep your bathroom clutter-free

As you scroll through Pinterest, staring in envy at beautiful, spa-like bathrooms, you might find yourself wondering: why can’t my bathroom look li...

Bi-fold door inspiration for your home

Bi-fold doors have been skyrocketing in popularity these last few years, with many of our own customers seeking out these folding wonders, and it’s...

How to create an eco-friendly home

With the climate emergency looming over us, and many people out on the streets calling for change, you might be wondering how you can do your part ...