
Nicholas Engert | Inspiration
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Architecture is probably the most important of the visual arts. We are surrounded for the most part by the built environment and not only do the buildings we live and work in need to be functional for their specific purpose, I would contend that they should be aesthetically pleasing.Read now
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Below Stairs - Lessons for Today
Having visited the magnificent Blenheim Palace at the weekend I decided to look out a book I had on the running of the great country houses during the 18th and 19th century with a particular focus on the servants within these houses.Read now -
Bathroom Lighting
Bathroom lighting needs to be both sufficient and clear for tasks such as make up or shaving and gentle and unobtrusive for general bathing and relaxation.
Too much bright light in a bathroom will be far from relaxing whilst insufficient light by a mirror is not ideal for specific tasks.
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Winter Ebbs Away And Spring Rushes In
Today marks the official start of spring. Winter's grip is easing and there is plenty of evidence in the countryside and along the hedgerows of that wonderful rebirth that happens every year. This winter has felt longer than usual but with longer days and brighter skies we start to feel more alive. -
The Luxurious Bathroom
Bathroom design has hardly changed in any dramatic way for nigh on 100 years. This is hardly surprising as all bathrooms revolve around three or four essential pieces of sanitary ware - wash hand basin, bath, shower and WC.Read now -
How To Get Your Home Winter Ready
One way you can make your home winter ready is by upping the cosiness inside your house.Read now -
Why Tartan Makes A Great Royal Tribute
While the tartan patterns your new furnishings have may not be royal, the fact is that the monarchs and their families who resided at Balmoral helped revive a style that might otherwise have faded into history.Read now -
HM Queen Elizabeth II - 1926-2022
Read now“I declare before you all that my whole life, whether long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.” Queen Elizabeth II, 1947 The news of the...
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Styling Your Home For The Summer
Summer is bright and bold and having a home that reflects the carefree feel of the holidays is in!Read now