Home makeovers might sound like an expensive undertaking, but these experienced interior designers prove that doesn’t need to be the case.  Four professional teams from across the UK demonstrated how it is possible to decorate an entire room for less than £500.  To add to the challenge, the designers were only allowed to use pieces they found at their local British Heart Foundation store and had just 10 hours in the space, meaning they had to be even more creative to bring their vision to life.  Here, they share before and after photos that capture the room transformations – and

A proposal that could pave the way for 400-square-foot tiny homes in the Columbus Historic District and other neighborhoods was stalled after some big questions from city council members. John Hudgison, director of the Inspections and Code Enforcement, was directed by City Manager Isaiah Hugley to get more answers to questions after an Oct. 30 presentation instead of returning to the 10-member council with a proposed ordinance. He said an individual has expressed interest in building tiny homes on a lot along with people looking to help the homeless and area veterans. Councilor Glenn Davis said he is somewhat a

Looking for something a little more novel than a traditional hotel or the tried-and-true Airbnb for your next vacation? Consider a tiny home. Living miniature, defined as residing in a space less than 600 square feet, has turned into a worldwide movement. The global tiny homes market is expected to increase by 7% over the next four years. But you don’t need to live in a tiny home to see what all the fuss is about. We teamed up with HomeAway to find some of the coolest tiny home rentals on HomeAway and VRBO around the world, from a charming

More than half of Americans would consider living in a home that’s less than 600 square feet, according to a survey done by the National Association of Home Builders. And among Millennials, interest increases to 63%. “Tiny is inevitable,” says Soren Rose, founder of Klein, which in 2017 began seeking out renowned architects to design tiny prefab homes. While tiny homes are attractive and novel, there are some design and logistical challenges. Rose says that it will take the combination of form, function and freedom for tiny to take off on a wider scale. “You see these amazing tiny houses

Remodeling your home can be an exciting experience. You get to change the paint, flooring, and all of the other details that give your home personality. Create a plan for the project that you want to complete before talking to a contractor who can offer assistance. Try to get involved as much as you can so that the remodeling project feels more like your own instead of one that is done by a professional. Click here for images of the popular types of remodeling projects and what they might look like in your home. If you have visitors over at

In the construction world, every project has its own special equipment needs that forces the company to get creative. If you make the wrong decision about equipment, you could be stuck with expensive equipment you will never use again. But if you make a mistake, you might have to shell out extra money for equipment you should have kept. It is important to know all of your options before making any final decisions on your construction equipment. Buying Preowned Equipment There are plenty of ways to get quality preowned construction equipment that can satisfy the job needs and not break

When remodeling a bathroom, choosing the right shower is essential. If you’ve spent your life using standard showers, you might be surprised the sheer number of decisions you need to make when building a custom shower. You need to choose a material, select a size, and settle on a configuration. Here are a few things to consider as you plan your custom shower. Choosing a Shower Size Shower sizes depends on your available bathroom space. If your bathroom is relatively small, you may have room for a shower that measures 48” by 36”. If your bathroom is spacious, you may

here wasn’t just one winner at LPGA Q-Series. There were 48 of them. That’s how many players earned tour cards on Saturday in the inaugural edition of the revamped Q school, a grueling 11-day, eight-round affair at Pinehurst (N.C.) Resort. Officially, the medalist was South Korea’s Jeongeun Lee6, already a standout at home with seven KLPGA titles and holding down 19th place on the Rolex Women’s World Ranking. A closing two-under 70 on the No. 7 course gave the 22-year-old an 18-under aggregate. “It was a long 144 holes and it felt like it was never going to end but

There was a time when interior designing was a matter of luxury and was preferred only by the A-listers, the rich and the famous. Today, millennials can afford the service because of their increasing disposable incomes and evolving standards of living. As an increasing number of millennials are shifting to cities, living spaces are turning smaller consistently, driving the need for an efficient use of such spaces. This rising trend is creating a huge demand for interior designers and is eventually providing vast opportunities, helping interior designing emerge from the shadows of architecture and civil engineering and come into its

In recent years, a slew of online interior design startups have emerged. These services run the gamut from inexpensive virtual room curations to more complete home renovation consultations costing upwards of thousands of dollars. It’s easy to understand the appeal. Using the digital services of an experienced design professional is less expensive and more convenient than more traditional ways. It has also opened up the market to people who would otherwise just decorate themselves. However, there has been a gap for consumers looking to do a quick refresh or want a designers eye for smaller scale projects. Now, the recently launched Spruce Up