Homes & Gardens

Exeter housebuilder David Wilson Homes has launched a new guide to help boost the area’s falling hedgehog population.

As the housebuilding industry marks New Homes Week (14-18 May) the company is educating the public on how it can create a better home environment for the spiky mammals.

The guide includes practical advice on how households can encourage hedgehogs to thrive in their gardens, such as creating a wild area so the creatures can nest and feed on insects. It also includes useful facts and information about hedgehogs, which David Wilson Homes hopes will educate...

Redrow Homes is returning once again to the Devon County Show as sponsor and exhibitor following its success at last year’s popular county event.

The 2018 show, which takes place over three days on 17, 18 and 19 May is a firm favourite in the region’s calendar and sees thousands flock to the event which takes place at Westpoint showground, Clyst St Mary in Exeter.

This is the fourth year which Redrow has been in attendance and is part of the housebuilder’s ongoing commitment to creating thriving communities in the West Country.

Visitors to Redrow’s stand will once...

Having a bit of a home redesign can be fantastic for making everything feel fresher, but when it comes to decorating, it’s easy to forget that the right changes to your property can give the overall value a bit of a boost as well. You can go as grand as you please or as subtle as you like, but the fact is that sometimes even the smallest of changes can have a positive effect on the asking price of your home. Whether you’re considering selling soon or simply looking for the best ways to give your home a new lease of life, then here are the best places to start.

A revitalised...

When it comes to properties, no home is complete until you have truly made your mark. Self-expression is very important for our happiness, and only once we feel completely at home in our property can we relax. It’s for this very reason why interior design isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. You can design your home no matter your budget because it isn’t something that should be done overnight. Instead, take the time to decide on a clear vision, save, and be patient. This patience is the secret to a successful renovation because without it, you will rush into a design that isn’t perfect...