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New coffee lounge, restaurant and show apartment unveiled at luxury retirement community in Exeter

Adlington Retirement Living has opened the doors to a welcoming coffee lounge, a stylish homeowners’ lounge, an on-site restaurant and a beautifully designed show apartment at Radford House, its new retirement community on Weirfield Road.

Alexandra Johnson, Sales and Marketing Director for Adlington Retirement Living, said: “We create communities where our homeowners can enjoy life on their terms, combining independence with friendship, comfort and support in a safe and secure environment.

“While our beautiful apartments and shared spaces set the stage, it’s the sense of...

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House Extension and Factors You Should Keep In Mind

Adding an extension is one of the best home improvements you can do. However, many homeowners who wish to expand their homes are unfamiliar with building, architecture, or property design, even though some may be fortunate enough to possess insider knowledge in these fields. Without sound guidance, it can be simple to overlook something, make a mistake, or wind up spending much more than you had planned. Here are a few pertinent pointers to get you started. Many questions arise during the planning and design of a house extension, especially in the initial phases of the project. We've...

How Bespoke Furniture Can Enhance Interiors

New trends and styles appear annually, resulting in a constantly changing field of interior design. But even in this dynamic environment, one facet of design never goes out of style: custom furniture. Bespoke furniture is defined as pieces that are manufactured specifically to fit a given space and satisfy the individual needs and preferences of the customer. The importance of custom furniture in interior design is examined in this article, along with how it improves interior areas.

Bespoke furniture is essential to creating a genuinely unique and customized interior environment...

The Energy Code: Decoding Sustainable Power for Homes

In modern living, sustainable electricity comes from clean, environmentally friendly sources that suit our energy demands. Sustainable power systems generate electricity from water, wind, and sun. They generate power cleaner than fossil fuels. These innovations reduce our carbon footprint, save money, and enable us to utilise electricity without a grid. Understanding sustainable electricity is crucial as we use renewable energy and develop energy-efficient buildings to improve the future. Many exciting new technologies and trends are coming up that might make the energy situation more...

Get the know-how to avoid the misery of burst pipes

As the Met Office predicts cold, arctic air will soon hit the UK, WaterSafe is advising households on how to prevent, and deal with, burst or frozen water pipes.

Research by WaterSafe, the national register of approved plumbers, shows 15 per cent of UK residents have had a burst pipe in winter, when freezing temperatures can cause pipes to split.

Additionally, the Association of British Insurers reports the average cost of a weather-related home insurance claim for burst pipes is a costly £9,300.

Julie Spinks, Director at WaterSafe, says prevention is key: “The...

Housebuilder launches key workers scheme at Devon developments

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes South West is launching a key workers scheme at its four Devon developments helping those who work in the public sector to get a step onto or move up the property ladder.

The key workers scheme is available to members of the Blue Light Card or Defence Discount Service, including those in the NHS, Police, Fire Service, Social Care and Armed Forces, and offers a £500 contribution for every £25,000 spent on a new Allison home*. As an added extra, homebuyers will also receive free flooring throughout.

In Devon, those...

Six reasons to get a metal garden shed

The garden shed has soared in popularity over recent years, with homeowners wanting to make the most out of their space and find innovative storage solutions that don’t look unsightly or require hours of maintenance. While sheds come in a range of shapes, sizes and materials, the metal garden shed stands out as a versatile and practical option. Read on to find out why opting for a metal garden shed might be the perfect way to transform your outdoor space.

Outstanding durability

One of the primary features of metal sheds is their unparalleled durability....

The Advantages of Off-Plan Property Investments in the UK

Off-plan properties are becoming increasingly popular amongst investors throughout the UK.

According to recent statistics, off-plan properties were the primary investment strategy for 75% of investors in Birmingham . This trend is especially evident when considering property investment opportunities in Birmingham . However, the scope of these investments extends well beyond any single city.

We will explore the advantages of off-plan property investments in the UK and why they should be considered a top choice for investors looking to grow their portfolios.

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First residents move into brand new Exeter development

An Exeter development has seen its first residents begin to move in – including a local couple who have bought their first home together.

Emily and Nathan are one of the first to move into Redrow South West’s St Michael’s Meadow on Chudleigh Road.

Emily grew up in the suburb of Alphington and loved the village feel and proximity to the countryside. When searching for their first home, a rural location with great transport links to Exeter was top of their criteria.

St Michael’s Meadow was the perfect location, allowing them to live in the area they love while...

Toby’s Garden Festival’s 10th Anniversary: A Two Day Gardening Extravaganza

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Toby’s Garden Festival yet again promises two days of delight, celebration and inspiration for gardeners and lovers of the great outdoors, on the stunning grounds of Powderham Castle, near Exeter. Hosted by BBC Two Gardeners' World presenter Toby Buckland, on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th May, the family friendly two day extravaganza boasts an impressive programme full of free gardening and food and drink talks, demonstrations, tastings and workshops plus live music.

Headlining Toby’s Garden Festival this year alongside Toby, are fellow BBC Two...

Bright Ideas for a Kitchen: Energy-saving Hacks

With daily cooking and big appliances like fridges and freezers, it may come as no surprise that the kitchen is a room in your home where a lot of energy is used.

But even though it’s likely the busiest room in your home, and some appliances need to be always on, there are still ways to cut down on the energy used there. And, of course, save money while you’re at it.

Optimise your fridge-freezer

Appliances that work to cool or heat an environment usually use the most energy in a household. This includes your fridge-freezer (or fridge and freezer, if...

Homes & Gardens

New coffee lounge, restaurant and show apartment unveiled at luxury retirement community in Exeter

House Extension and Factors You Should Keep In Mind

How Bespoke Furniture Can Enhance Interiors

The Energy Code: Decoding Sustainable Power for Homes

Get the know-how to avoid the misery of burst pipes

Housebuilder launches key workers scheme at Devon developments

Six reasons to get a metal garden shed

The Advantages of Off-Plan Property Investments in the UK

First residents move into brand new Exeter development

Toby’s Garden Festival’s 10th Anniversary: A Two Day Gardening Extravaganza

Bright Ideas for a Kitchen: Energy-saving Hacks

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