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Finished surfaces and decoration should never be an afterthought in a basement conversion or construction design. Decorative materials and fittings are not merely a matter of taste; in addition, they inform and enable the ways the space can be used and should therefore influence your design from the outset. Not all building companies know much about finishing and fitting out, …

Basement conversions that provide extra living accommodation and bathrooms are nothing new. In the nineteenth century, Parisian houses often contained an “oubliette”. Somewhat fancifully entitled a dungeon, up to the late twentieth century these basement spaces were used as lavatory and bathroom spaces. When not in use, the trap door entrance was covered by a rug.  In a modern-day equivalent, …

A basement conversion project is a great opportunity to improve your living space, particularly in terms of the quality of air inside. Most people look for a basement lighting scheme that will enhance the available natural light, but it’s surprising how few take the next logical step and look at how to enhance the natural available air.  The air we …

More people than ever are choosing to become self-employed and work from home – over 1.5 million at the last count. For some, it’s the ideal way to work flexibly around home life, but for others, it’s all too easy to lose focus. That’s why creating a dedicated home office may be the difference between success and failure. In the …