Homes & Gardens

There is a good reason some 100,000 plus expatriates call Phuket home. Access to good education and hospitals is one drawcard, not to mention great entertainment options, fantastic nature, stunning beaches and easy international travel. If you are considering to buy a condo in Phuket , either as a home or investment, then this article is for you! In it, we are going to break down the top four residential areas you might want to consider. We are going to discuss these hot spots and what the living environment, infrastructure and pricing are like. So, without further ado, let’s jump in and...

There’s nothing better than spending your free time relaxing on your terrace - having your own outdoor seating area gives you a chance to enjoy a free afternoon or holding dinner for your guests outside. But before any of that is possible, there’s one more thing left to do - designing a terrace that’s comfortable and beautiful at the same time. So how exactly can you do it?

There seems to be a common belief that you can enjoy spending time on your terrace only when the weather is nice. And it’s simply not the case - with the right design, you...

When you own an older property, you are likely looking for ways and waiting for the right time to perform some larger-scale renovations. Doing so can add significantly to the property's value and make it a space that is actually suitable for the purpose. Whether you plan to live in the property yourself or sell it on for a substantial profit, renovating an older property can be a great way to give it a new life.

However, as you might imagine, larger-scale renovations of this nature are not always the easiest things to undertake. It would help if you were prepared to invest a...

Now more than ever we need to make sure our elderly feel safe and secure in their homes, especially with Covid-19 creating limitations in their lives. Whether it's your granny or elderly neighbour, it’s better to analyse their current living situation and improve it now, before they fall or have an accident at home.

If they are currently self-isolating, a great idea is to do a video call and use the ideas below as a check list of ways to improve the safety in their home. Of course it’s even better if you are able to go around and help instal the rails and test the fittings...