Author: John Wood

When you’re investing time, energy and money in to a home project it’s important to get as much out of it as you can by creating a feeling of luxury in the finished space. With an infinite budget this is fairly straightforward but if you’re looking maximise the cost benefit of your finishing touches here … Continue reading Adding a sense of luxury to your project →

One of the most common questions I’m asked by homeowners is how to create an open plan kitchen / dining / family space. The following are the key considerations I take into account when I’m planning a remodel or extension which includes creating an open plan space.   1. Keep one cosy living space I … Continue reading Planning your open plan space →

Would you think differently about the materials you build with if you had to dispose of them on your own land? In October I was fortunate enough to visit Nepal. Travelling through remote rural areas in the foothills of the Himalayas reminded me of the stark contrast of the way people live in some parts … Continue reading Designing waste out of your project →