Monthly Archives: September 2013

Build Your Own Dream Home

 

Concept to Completion Multi Building Services Offering New Build Project Management, Essex

 

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When planning a home move, the usual first step taken is to look around for a property which has as many positive elements as possible. The new house has to be in an acceptable and convenient area, be the right size, in a suitable state of repair, have some form of garden perhaps. You will probably have to make a number of compromises, you may think its perfect but there is no garden space, one of the bedrooms is tiny, its next to a motorway or a sewage farm. [Maybe the last one is a little extreme].

 

Even when all of its features seem ideal, you could still stand in the middle of this dream home and just not like the ‘feel’ of the place. Disappointing. So when considering a move which is one of the biggest life events you can experience both joyful and stressful, there are limited choices.

 

But….imagine being able to find a location you like, choose a plot that suits you, decide the size, shape and specification of property you would prefer, along with details like how much garden etc. Once all of the preliminaries are sorted, you can watch your custom home appear before your eyes. The idea of self build homes is something which is now being actively encouraged by the government, who have allocated funds towards this practice in the form of a £65m Affordable Homes Guarantee Programme. They have also recently announced that all self and custom build projects will be exempt from the Community Infrastructure Levy and section 106 tariffs. Government are hoping that these actions will dispel the misconception that self build is a privilege of the rich, and that good quality affordable housing can be accessed by many people in this way. These moves are a big deal and will spur on many people who have been put off by the perceived costs. There is even lots of advice available on taking out a mortgage for your self build.

 

Of course another contributing factor to placing their self build dream under the ‘maybe one day’ heading, is the thought of ‘who can I get to do the work?’ The services of a number of specialists and experts are required including qualified architects, designers, builders, plumbers, certified gas and water fitters, glaziers, landscapers, the list is endless. The good news is that companies such as Multi Building Services Ltd, based in Chelmsford, Essex, offer a comprehensive wrap around service, meaning you can find every service under one roof. They will discuss, advise and even project manage your self build from A-Z, and can provide an experienced and skilled team for every task This means a hassle free solution to your self build project, and more time to yourself.

 

Call Multi Building Services Ltd to find out more on 01245 464 573

 

 

Design & Build Specialists, Including Gas Safe Certified Fitters & NICEIC Approved Electricians

 

Clever Kitchen Storage

Comprehensive Range of Bespoke Kitchen Styles, Contemporary, Classic, Traditional & Rustic, Wigan

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No matter how little or how much you use your kitchen, you could probably do with more storage space! Take a look around your kitchen, notice any areas of clutter and ask yourself ‘do those items really need to be on show?’ Bits and pieces like salt and pepper pots, vitamin bottles, less frequently used utensils and things waiting to go in the recycle, not only make a kitchen appear untidy and take up valuable space, but can gather dust and grime. The kitchen is an environment that should be kept clean and unable to harbour any nasties or bacteria. Chances are these articles could have their own small niche, where they are out of the way.

Corner units

Many fitted kitchen styles are designed to make clever use of corners with modern corner drawers or nifty wire baskets which slide in and out as the doors are opened. This utilises the often ignored space at the back of the cupboard.

Pull out storage

Pull out units are ideal for organising and storing a multitude of items including herbs and spices, bottles and jars kitchen utensils and chopping boards. These space saving storage solutions are perfect for streamlining your kitchen, as they come in a wide range of sizes, even from the floor to the top of your cupboards. They can be gently rolled back to sit flush with the other units, presenting an unobtrusive profile.

Interior mini shelves

If you have a large cupboard and would like to store more small items inside, you can add a set of mini shelves. This allows part of your cupboard to store things vertically, maximising accessibility.

Recycle drawer

We are all encouraged to recycle as much as possible so it makes sense to have a drawer with plastic compartments or boxes where separated recycle bottles and cans can sit until they are transferred to the outside recycle bins.

Back of the door

Racks for the back of doors are handy and quite inexpensive, with hooks which fit over the top of the door and several shelves. These will free up a lot of kitchen storage space and provide your kitchen with a tidy and organised appearance.

 

These are just a few ideas to make life simpler and enhance your kitchen experience. If you really want to turn time spent in the kitchen into a positive pleasure you should consider a purpose built kitchen from the experts. Kitchen Class, Wigan, will hand build your dream kitchen incorporating any space saving touches you wish. You will be amazed at the stunning range of bespoke kitchens on offer, in a myriad of styles from ultra contemporary like the Reflections Mocha, to rustic cottage like the Dakota. Call Kitchen Class for a free plan and design on 01942 704662

 

Free Plan & Design Service, Home Improvement Specialists, Kitchen & Bathroom Installation, Wigan