Kitchen ideas for the redesign centered on adding space and modernizing the room while preserving the mid-century style of the home. The homeowners shared their initial thoughts with interior designers Tama and Lauren Bell of Tama Bell Design, and before long they were drawing up designs and specification for a dramatic transformation, involving stealing space from a utility room and a spare bedroom as part of the renovation. We asked them about the project’s highlights....

Do I need planning permission for exterior cladding? Do I need planning permission for exterior cladding? Exterior cladding may fall under ‘permitted development’ provided the materials are of a similar appearance to those used in the construction but it depends on the extent of the work. If you live in a townhouse or semi-detached property, you will need to consider the impact on your neighbors. So check with your local authority before starting any work....

In whatever guise you knew it previously, prepare to look at The Old War Office in a totally new light. Closed to the public for more than a century, the 1906 neo-baroque style building is now owned by Hinduja Group. In a partnership with Raffles Singapore, the central London site has been redeveloped as a luxury 120-room Raffles hotel with a further 85 Raffles-branded residences. Sales prices for a two-bedroom apartment here start at around 6....

The property The property The house, which was built in 1863, probably as a shooting lodge, is steeped in character, although ill-conceived alterations meant that the layout was far from perfect. During the three years that the Camerons and their three young children occupied it before the renovation, they pinpointed the property’s failings. ‘An indoor pool had been added and it didn’t connect well with the house,’ says Tom. ‘The other issue was that the building faced the wrong way, but we couldn’t work out how to turn it around without destroying its character....

In this case, the CPUs it is working on are supposedly the Ryzen 9 5900 and Ryzen 7 5800, and yes, those are both “non-X” variants of the currently 5900X and 5800X. Specific details are still out in the clouds, but going by AMD’s track record, it’s pretty clear what we can expect from the two components. — 188号 (@momomo_us) January 9, 2021 In the past, non-X Ryzen CPUs tend to be slightly gimped than their X-factored counterparts....

A major investment, a kitchen should be part of your home for many years to come, so it’s worth being aware of the characteristics of each style including cabinets, materials, colors, and other features so you can be confident of choosing a look with enduring appeal. Kitchens are working rooms but also at the center of a home. While functionally they are for food preparation, kitchens are spaces to eat, work, for kids to do homework, and to spend time with the family....

See: our spaces section for more inspiring featured homes See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property The property ‘When we moved in, we had a bit of an issue with the layout. There was always going to be one room that people would need to walk through so I decided to make this an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room. Structurally, we did not knock down many walls but we did convert the garage into a suite of guest rooms, complete with its own boiler, so that we can shut that wing off when no one is staying....

‘The client has impeccable taste so we wanted to keep up appearances with the design of this classic home,’ says Heidi. ‘The house had previously undergone some renovation work in the basement to make it more useable. However, the kitchen felt closed off from the rest of the house, and as the owner is an avid cook and entertainer, this became a top priority when planning the design.’ SeeDesign house: Small, elegant home with smart storage, designed by Heidi Caillier...

The patent that was recently awarded to Apple depicts the inclusion of a display panel on each keyboard keycap. This allows it to change the “print” on each keycap to reflect the character it will input when pressed. On one hand, those that benefit from this may be limited to those who type in multiple languages. But on the other, this will eliminate the issue of getting a laptop with the wrong keyboard layout....

Considering the weather conditions, such as the amount of sunlight the balcony gets how windy it can be, and of course, how much space you have, will help when deciding which flowers to purchase or grow. And, if you’re not sure where to start and need some fresh garden ideas to inspire you, we’ve asked the experts to share their balcony garden knowledge with us – just for you. Balcony garden ideas Balcony garden ideas...

If you’re lucky enough to have a bay window then be sure to give it the finishing touch it deserves with a beautiful made-to-measure window dressing. Curtains, blinds or shutters can all be fitted to a bay window and are a brilliant way to control the light levels and privacy of a room while showcasing the architectural character of your property. Projecting outwardly from a building, bay windows are formed of multiple glazed frames which are either angled or at right angles to each other, which is also known as a box bay window....

Thinking carefully about your drapes is a crucial part of putting together your bedroom ideas. Taking up a substantial surface area that stretches from floor to ceiling, they can make a huge impact on your design scheme. Whether you want your curtain ideas to blend in with a relaxed scheme or make an impact with a pop of color or pattern, aesthetics are obviously important when it comes to curtains, but so is their ability to keep out sunlight when you’re trying to get your beauty sleep....

When reconfiguring a small bedroom, forward planning is essential to ensure your furniture and decor really maximizes every inch of available space. Beds for small rooms Beds for small rooms From under-bed storage to bunk beds and built-in bespoke options, we’ve asked the experts to shed light on the best bed ideas – and beds for small rooms below. 1. Forget the footboard 1. Forget the footboard A footboard is a nice addition for larger, grander bedrooms, but can feel bulky when it comes to small bedroom ideas, taking up all-important space....