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Developing Commercial Conversions, is it an investment to consider?
Due to the latest events and economic pressure, many commercial properties have been left vacant for a long time.
And in fact they can be a good investment opportunity if you convert them into residential properties.
But before starting the project, read on to understand the key points you should keep in mind.
Prices of commercial properties are usually lower.
Many would have been sitting on empty, costing the seller a small fortune in costs, and many will be keen for a quick sale.
Ask yourself what you need to do to turn commercial property into residential.
Do you need to obtain planning permission or use prior approval?
First check if there are any local government applications from previous intentions.
This will give you an idea of whether you can gain permission.
Is the commercial property in a location that would make a good residential area?
This will give you an idea of how the market will perform in that area.
Many commercial properties will be found in highly built up areas and town centres.
Will you be able to rent out or sell the property if there’s not enough parking for a family? Is it a good area for the type of tenants you want?
This is an essential point you need to consider when converting commercial property into residential.
Other than building costs and tax costs, there are also Part L Regulations you will need to consider. This is the regulations of the conversion of fuel to power for the property.
Other additional costs:
Architect fees
Structural surveys
Acoustic testing
Building inspectors
Many local authorities have a policy in place whereby if a seller does not believe that turning the property from commercial to residential will flourish then the property will need to stay in the market from between 6-12 months to satisfy the local authorities requirements and prove that there is a market for it.
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Wood as a building material has been a common, and also a historical choice. However, in the past few decades, people have gradually shifted from wood to engineered products or metals.
Although the desire not to rely on the world’s forests to meet construction needs is well-intentioned, when considering environmental impact and performance, the advantages of wood as a construction material still overcome other products.
Why is it a good building material?
Beauty – Wood offers an incredible range of aesthetic choices, as well as a variety of mechanical, acoustic, thermal and other properties that can be selected according to the needs of the construction project.
Electrical and heat resistance – when dried, wood has a natural electrical resistance. Its strength and size are also not significantly affected by heat, providing stability for the completed building.
Sound absorption – Wood absorbs sound instead of reflecting or amplifying it, and can help significantly reduce noise levels to increase comfort.
Tensile strength – As a relatively light building material, wood is even better than steel in terms of self-supporting length. In short, it can better support its own weight, allowing more space and less necessary support in certain architectural designs.
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When choosing the right flooring for your kitchen it’s important to consider the daily life you – and your flooring – will lead. Will you be entertaining most weekends? Welcoming a four-legged family member soon? What results are you looking for?
Laminate vs. Vinyl vs Tiles
Laminate combines the beautiful look of real wood with low-price / low-maintenance benefits. Keeping a laminate floor looking its best is a simple task as it’s very easy to clean.
With a huge variety of styles, in many different shades and colours, this type of flooring will go with almost any kitchen design. Choose a higher AC rating of laminate for enhanced durability
Luxury vinyl – both the click and glue down varieties – offer the same aesthetic appeal and easy-clean benefits as laminate but with the addition of being 100% waterproof.
Both laminate and vinyl are durable options. In laminate, the higher the AC rating, the more durable your floor will be. AC5 rated laminate is used in commercial settings so you know it’ll fare well in the busiest kitchens. In vinyl, glue down slightly edges out click in terms of durability – but only just – due to the way it is fixed firmly to the subfloor with adhesive.
For a kitchen floor, tiles would be the best and most durable option compared to other flooring like laminate, vinyl and wood flooring. The type of tile depends on the use of the space and how much traffic it will see over time.
Depending on the use of your kitchen space, either porcelain tiles or natural stone tiles would be the best tiles for a kitchen floor. Both of these options are hard wearing and durable enabling them to withstand considerable wear over time.
However, if you have a large amount of activity in the kitchen every day then it’s better to avoid natural stone. Stone can be porous and if not sealed and treated properly and regularly it can stain and therefore mark overtime.
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Have you considered making a home improvement recently? Although you can choose from many potential improvements, we believe that the benefits of adding a sunroom make this particular project well worth your time, effort and consideration.
The idea of relaxing in a sunny, warm indoor space sounds great, doesn’t it? This is one of our favourite reasons for installing a sunroom.
But here are more of the advantages of adding a sunroom:
Higher real estate value
Can the sun room add value to the property? Absolutely yes! Larger houses will have higher real estate values. A sunroom, in particular, can often cause your home’s value to shoot up even more significantly.
Reduce your energy bill
With a sunroom, you can effectively provide yourself with an entire room that can be filled with sunlight for several hours. Even on a cloudy day, this room is bright enough to see clearly. Using your sunroom as a personal or family-driven indoor event space means you can significantly reduce the use of artificial lights.
Natural light
With a sunroom, you can not only enjoy the soft natural light from the sun, but also enjoy its warmth – making the solarium an ideal place to relax. The natural light in your home has many benefits for your health and well-being, as we’ll see later on.
Extra space
Although any additional room can make your house bigger and provide you with extra space, the solarium provides the added benefit of being a separate space.
Also, if you have a hobby, a sunroom is the perfect place to use as a home base for this practice. You can transition your sunroom into any useful space you desire.
The perfect space for your plants
Although a sunroom is not the same as a greenhouse, it is usually the second best. Here, even in winter, your plants can get all the sunlight they can handle.
Good for your health
A sunroom will help with seasonal affective disorder. No matter how cold it is outside, you can enjoy all the sunshine you need in the comfort of your home.
Although no one or nothing can really claim to cure depression, it is well known that adding a sunroom will work wonders. By exposing yourself to the sun every day, no matter the season, you can work hard to heal your mind and spirit and improve your mood.
In addition, if you increase your regular exposure to sunlight, it is also good for your health. Here are some health benefits: lower cholesterol, lower blood pressure, strengthen the immune system, and boost vitamin D.
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A garden room is not only a great way to add extra living space to your home you’ll absolutely love and enjoy, it can also increase your property’s value if you’re looking to sell in the future.
Take a look at our favourite garden room ideas…
Create a modern garden room
Make use of extra space in your garden with a new work space, guesthouse, gym or your own hideaway area in the garden. Garden rooms won’t need planning permission, which means they’re often cheaper and faster to build than conservatories or home extensions.
Transform your shed into a relaxing space
Modern sheds are a great option for summer entertaining and relaxation in the garden. We often recommend adding soft furnishings inside, so you can open up the space and blend with your outdoor area. Add fitted lighting if you want to enjoy your hideaway any time during the day.
Add extra living space with an indoor-outdoor room
Creating an indoor-outdoor room is a great way to expand your living space and create a seamless flow between your inside space and the surrounding nature.
If you have the budget and space, an extension with skylights and glass doors will fill your space with lots of natural light and unobstructed views.
If you’re looking for a cheaper option, a wooden pergola also provides privacy for an evening of entertaining with friends.
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Many homeowners in the UK are aware of the advantages of replacing their roof, but they’re put off by the investment and time needed. But a new roof can save you money in the long run and also, if you’re looking to sell, it can add an extra value to the property and make it more attractive for potential buyers. But these are not all the benefits of a new roof, let us share more with you.
Protects your home & family
A leaking or structurally unstable roof, it could have a huge impact on your home overall. Water getting into your property could cause serious damage and give rise to mould and mildew issues, something which is both unpleasant and a health hazard. If your roof is old, it might be losing integrity in structure, which poses a risk to the rest of your building.
Improves the energy efficiency of your home
A new roof is a great way to improve the energy efficiency of your home. You can implement the latest materials, while considering options for the future such as solar panels.
Your heating bills will go down, and you’ll also see your carbon footprint go down since you’ll use less energy to heat your home.
Gives a new look to your home
The roof is a big part of the overall aesthetic of your home. A messy roof suggests you’ve given up and that inside there might be more chaos inside the property. A new roof can provide a sleek, tidy finish which means you can look at your home with pride.
Increases the property’s value
Whether you’re thinking of selling your home right now or not, a new roof is an investment in the future since it will make it attractive to potential buyers. You will also see your home go up in value, ensuring you haven’t thrown your money away.
You’re investing in your peace of mind
Think of a new roof as a way to protect your family and investment, allowing you to sleep easy at night.
Is your roof old, outdated or damaged? All roofs need replacement eventually due to the constant weather and the advances in technology when it comes to materials.
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Maybe your family is growing and you’re feeling the lack of space in your home, or you’re now homeworking, or you’d like to have your own gym at home… In any case, a garden room might be what you’re looking for. But there are more reasons to have a garden room built at home.
Let’s take a look at some…
Adds More Space
Garden Rooms are versatile and provide you with space that would otherwise be impossible to achieve through property extensions.
Low cost
Being much less disruptive to install, garden rooms are considerably cheaper than loft extensions or conservatories or side extensions. They make extra space more affordable and convenient.
Quick to build
Unlike an extension, garden rooms can be finished quite fast and won’t cause any disturbance to you or your home with everything being handled by a site surveyor.
Adds value to your property
Whether you are renovating your home to sell in the near future or are simply looking ahead, this is an addition that will definitely catch the eye of potential buyers.
A space for relaxing
A Garden Room is a space you can create entirely for yourself, imagine creating an area that’s been built just for you, a place you can truly call your own.
Many uses
Garden rooms have a wide variety of uses to families. They do of course make perfect home offices, but they can also become guest bedrooms, home cinemas, yoga studios, hobby rooms… whatever you can think of. The possibilities really are limitless.
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With the latest events around the world there’s been an increasing demand for properties that are better equipped for outdoor living and entertaining. In the UK, outdoor space is even more valued, as more than 50% of buyers won’t consider investing in a home without outdoor space. So, paying attention to this area of the property is now more important if you’re looking to sell, and you want to maximise the value of your property.
Either if you want to make the most of your property, or you’d like to transform your garden to enjoy the British summer, discover the garden improvements that add the most value in 2021.
Swimming pool
A swimming pool is always valuable and also an amazing way to entertain your family and exercise at home.
Home office garden room
Lots of Brits have been forced to adapt to home-working during and after the pandemic. Imagine having an office in your own garden… wouldn’t be awesome to work every day in a relaxing environment full of light?
Summerhouse / Summerhouse shed
A summer house can be a room just for you or a place to relax with your friends and family. Summer houses can be made in many different shapes and sizes, with porch steps, verandas, or even canopies to help extend the front.
Garden Gym Room
If you got used to exercising at home during the pandemic, why not having a gym room in your own garden? Most of the buyers will value this type of improvement as it can be easily transformed to be used for other purposes.
Decked patio
Although installing a deck onto your home may seem like a major project, there are major benefits to doing so. You can create a beautiful place to relax outside and a gathering place for your family to enjoy special memories together. Not only adds aesthetic appeal to your home’s exterior, but also boosts its value.
Paved patio
Paved patios help you put the finishing touches on your outdoor living space, so you can take full advantage of the area. They’re also durable, aesthetic, and won’t require a lot of maintenance.
Other garden improvements to consider:
✓ Greenhouse
✓ Pond
✓ Treehouse for kids
✓ External lighting
✓ Built-in pizza oven and/or BBQ
Whilst these improvements may take some time and financial investment, people now value outdoor space more than ever before, and each of these will add from £3K to £8K to the value of the property, even more if combined. A home office in the garden and garden gyms are amongst the most desired post-pandemic outdoor improvements, adding a combined value of almost £15K to your property.
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Renovating Your Existing Home vs. Building a New Custom Home
We often get asked by homeowners what’s the best decision, to build or renovate. But the answer depends on your unique situation. You always must consider what each path offers, both renovation and building new have advantages.
Let’s take a look at some of the benefits of renovation vs building new, and the considerations you must make before deciding which one is best for your needs.
Renovating
Benefits…
Renovation involves making changes to your existing home. A home renovation can cover anywhere from a single-room remodel to a complete interior gutting. You still have a lot creative control, but your wishes must fit a space that is already there.
Here are some of the benefits:
Considerations …
Before you begin to make any change to an existing home, you need to learn as much as possible about the house.
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Building New
Benefits…
When you decide to build a custom home, you and your building team collaborate closely to make decisions about every element of your new home, so with this option you keep full control on the layout, floor plan, materials, etc.
Here are some of the benefits:
Considerations …
Consult with a custom builder and begin by discussing the site where you expect to build.
Renovation vs New Build
The decision to renovate or build new depends on individual factors that are different for each person and situation.
Your needs, situation, and budget help you make your final decision. Owning an existing home you love may make renovation the better choice. The wish for a home that is built precisely to your desires can push the decision towards a new build.
If you need help weighing your options, please feel free to reach out to our team.
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What’s hot in the world of kitchen design for 2021 and beyond?
For 2021, the kitchen is reinventing itself. Modern kitchen is not only an area where we prepare meals, it’s now starting to be an online social venue, an office, classroom, playroom, restaurant and much more. And more than ever, our spaces need to do more and work harder.
If you can’t afford a new kitchen, remember not all kitchen designs have to be expensive. Using paint to add a splash of colour to walls, cabinet fronts, tiles, or shelving units is cost effective, and also allows you to add your own creativity and personality to the project.
To give you all the modern kitchen inspiration you’ll need, here are the top kitchen trends for 2021.
Start planning your dream kitchen…
Colours of 2021
For 2021, kitchen colours that are inspired by nature –earthy tones and colour schemes including high pigment greens and blues – will modernise the classic kitchen, inspiring more contemporary schemes.
Shades like sage greens will define the contemporary kitchen, while others like forest green can enrich more classical kitchen schemes. You can use green to create a connection with nature in your own home, and this nature tones can benefit your mental health and wellness. Give your kitchen an amazing look combining with bronze, brass or copper elements for a modern yet timeless feel.
While green is the front runner, shades of navy blue continue to be a big trend for kitchen cabinet choices. Midnight blue has been an emerging trend which stands out beautifully against light worktops and silver accents.
Red is also an increasingly popular shade for kitchens in 2021, as colourful schemes are set to be a huge trend for this year. There’s a whole range of shades and finishes available, meaning you can introduce red to your colour scheme without it feeling too much.
Calming neutrals, from white and ivory to taupe and grey, are still popular choices. Muted and tonal colours paired with tactile materials, such as wood, rattan, wicker and stone, can create a serene and warming space.
You can always choose other tones that are also on trend like deep shades of off blacks, aubergine and deep turquoise.
Painted kitchen
Painted walls and furniture are a practical and cheap choice in the modern kitchen, and offer a new lease of life to the area. When paired with authentic raw materials like marble or concrete, they create a durable kitchen environment with a contemporary finish.
A hand-painted kitchen can be re-painted in a new colour easily, which is a great way to renovate your kitchen without the expense of replacing units.
Smart storage
As we need to store many things in the kitchen, from the ingredients to the cooking equipment, well-placed and concealed storage is essential for a streamlined finish.
Storage is a big part of the kitchen space, that’s why you’ll need to maximise space without negatively impacting the look and style of the kitchen.
There’s been a rise in demand for clever kitchen storage solutions, including large and modernised butler type units, breakfast cupboards behind pocket doors, and other hidden furniture to deliver more practical, clutter-free living in style.
Working kitchen
The rise of the ‘working kitchen’ reflects a repurposing of the traditional kitchen and an increased demand for multi-functional spaces.
The focus in 2021 is on integrated seating areas, low-level or full height storage solutions, and extended breakfast bars or island units that become an all-inclusive workstation, complete with food prep areas and space for cooking, dining and even working on your computer.
Worktables and islands offer added space and clever storage to hide not only kitchen items but also office paraphernalia.
Pantry/larder cupboard
Pantry and/or larder storage is an essential part of any modern kitchen. How kitchen cupboards look and perform on the inside is becoming to be important.
The built-in storage cabinets can have different storage solutions, including drawers, built-in lights, places for storing kitchen gadgets, door storage, and many pull-out options.
Open shelves
Open shelves will be a popular choice for 2021, they give a sense of more open space while allowing you to get creative and add decorative elements to your kitchen like eye-catching appliances, coloured glassware or handmade clay plates.
Modern taps and hot water taps
Industrial-looking taps with unusual handles and features are a great way to draw the eye and compliment the space.
Also, boiling water taps will become our most used kitchen appliance, transforming the way we think and carry out everyday tasks. A hot water tap provides an energy efficient and safe solution to accessing instant boiling water, without the need to switch on the kettle, or chilled, filtered, drinking water – and they’re now available in a variety of designs to suit any colour theme or style.
Two-tone kitchens
Two-tone, contrasting finishes are becoming a desirable aesthetic in the modern kitchen and it’s a great way to change the whole feel of the room.
When done correctly, working with contrasts can allow you to break up colour and add a real touch of uniqueness to your kitchen design.
There’s an increasing interest in dark shades that has emerged as a result of the shift towards two tone kitchens. Whether used as a sharp contrast to lighter coloured cabinetry or paired with bold dark cupboards, dark worktops are definitely on trend and will add depth and character to the space. These colours are also deemed to be quite timeless, which is an important consideration when choosing long-term fixtures.
Broken-plan kitchens
If you’re after a little more privacy while you’re cooking, a broken-plan kitchen might be for you.
It’s simple – take an open-plan design and create separation without the need for a full-on wall. It employs the use of screens, freestanding furniture, cabinetry, integrated seating areas, media centres and houseplants to create distinct zones intended for cooking, relaxing and entertaining.
Versatile seating
As we’re spending more time in our homes, we need more versatile and functional seating within the kitchen to work, rest, eat and entertain.
Consider including banquette seating, bespoke tables with benches and chairs, plus island seating and breakfast bars, all of which have a more living room appeal.
Wine storage
There’s now a greater investment in kitchen appliances. Many of us are incorporating wine storage into our kitchen design, without compromising on cabinet or other appliance space.
Dining islands
Last year, kitchen islands were slowly adapting into the dining island, ensuring the family can cook, dine and spend time together in one room.
Kitchen islands have been an absolute favourite last year, and for 2021, the desire for them remains strong. There’s been a raise in demand as we use more and more of our kitchens as workspaces, classrooms, food preparation and storage areas.
Marble effect
A modern kitchen must-have, marble makes a strong style statement and is synonymous with elegance and luxury.
An effective and premium-looking marble surface can now be achieved using laminate, with innovative surface brands interpreting the most contemporary and in-demand finishes in a way that has been never seen before.
Larger veining is a more popular trend among larger, open spaces as it looks expansive. For more compact kitchens, smaller veining is the better choice as the design can be better appreciated.
Sculptural lights
There’s a trend for simple horizontal lighting for kitchens, with a sleek light source integrated to line kitchen cabinetry.
Sculptural lights which marry decorative art with design, such as spherical, triangular and coned, to ring lights and spirals, will also dominate the modern kitchen.
Wood
Real wood kitchens continue to hit the mainstream because they create a sense of calm and serenity. Durable and lightweight, this choice is a natural beauty and it can be easily moulded, hand painted and specially treated with oil or wax.
Any material that has an organic influence helps to ground the room and provide an instant sense of calm, and wood is warm and full of rich detail. The look is beautifully unique and something you cannot recreate using other material.
Captivating tile layouts
Formation is the biggest trend to watch when it comes to tiles. While the classic shapes, oblong and Metro tiles, are still popular the difference is in how they are placed.
Concealed appliances
While there will be an abundance of tech and new gadgets in our kitchens in 2021, we don’t want to necessarily see them. What started out with generous banks of storage hidden behind tall doors has since moved on to include all elements of the kitchen.
The hidden kitchen is a growing trend that appears more like living room furniture than something normally found in a kitchen.
Cleanability
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, hygiene is today a focus for homeowners. There’s a trend for smooth, handleless kitchens which offer streamlined surfaces that are easy to clean.
There are many antibacterial worktop solutions available that perfectly emulate the look and feel of real stone, wood or marble whilst remaining affordable.
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