A toilet is for disposing of bodily waste while the bathroom is for cleansing the body. Therefore a toilet should occupy a separate room from the bath and/or shower. A toilet can be a smelly room and that’s why, until the past century, toilets were outside. A bathroom on the other hand can be sweet Read More …

In addition to the usual bathroom standards such as handbasins, benchtop, storage, shower, bath, extractor fan and lighting we’ll discuss other, less considered, factors. To cater for all eventualities we suggest a shower that is walk-in/walker friendly/wheelchair accessible. If possible avoid a high maintenance glass shower that requires a squeegee after each use. Glass doors Read More …

Bathrooms are increasing in number. When I grew up we had one for our family of five. Nowadays most homes have a main bathroom and an en suite next to the Master/Mistress Bedroom. In up-market homes you’ll find each bedroom with its own bathroom. This increase makes it even more important to get the room Read More …

For those who enjoy making snacks and meals the kitchen is a key room in the home. In addition to the usual requirements (sink, cooker, fridge, storage, preparation area) this space must be functional. Here’s a basic checklist: * Does your kitchen meet your needs? * Will it still be suitable in 10 years time? Read More …