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Relocating internationally can evoke a mix of excitement and anxiety. You’re not only moving your belongings, you’re changing your entire lifestyle and environment. Packing is crucial to ensuring a seamless transition. Having the right strategies in place will make the process more manageable. Whether you’re moving abroad for work, study, or a fresh start, these packing tips will help you stay organized and stress-free. Start Early to Avoid Last-Minute Crunch Credit: https://depositphotos.com/ The key to successful packing begins long before moving day. Starting the process as early as possible will save you a considerable amount of stress. Begin by gathering…
In the heart of Austin’s Travis Heights neighborhood, the afternoon sun streams through the vast north-facing glass addition of the Travis Heights Historic Home by architect Michael Hsu Office of Architecture. Light casts geometric shadows across limestone floors embedded with ancient fossils – 145-million-year-old remnants of giant clams that once inhabited this land, now preserved alongside 19th-century horseshoes and indigenous arrowheads. This juxtaposition forms the conceptual foundation of this renovation project, highlighting how time and place can be interpreted. James Gibson Swisher, Texas Ranger and signatory of the Texas Declaration of Independence, built the brick home in 1851 using materials…
Long-distance moving can be daunting, but if you plan carefully and take the right approach, you can reduce stress and ensure an easier, smoother move. If you’re moving for a job, for family, or for a new beginning, a step-by-step plan can help ease the process. 1. Start Planning Early The sooner planning begins, the smoother the move. Long-distance moves involve more logistics, so try to allow at least two months to prepare. Make a Moving Checklist: Include things like hiring movers, decluttering, packing, and transferring your utilities. Budget: Consider the costs of moving in addition to travel and other…
Kelly Hoppen’s collaboration with M&S Home, which debuted last September, wasn’t a one-off. On the contrary, the second drop of the ongoing partnership between M&S and Kelly Hoppen has launched on the M&S website, with the third installment already underway.I caught up with Kelly at the launch of her new range and the wider M&S spring/summer 2025 collection to find out more about the collection. When it comes to interiors, she revealed that she doesn’t subscribe to home decor trends – and pointed out that her collection for M&S doesn’t follow them either.‘I don’t follow trends because I think that…
A carefully crafted shaded area can turn your garden into an oasis of relaxation and comfort during the hotter summer days, and Lidl is offering everything you need to do this for just £14.99.The best garden canopy ideas are designed to shelter you from both rain and excess sun, and we all know British summers often offer both on the same day! The Livarno Home Rectangular Sun Shade Sail has landed in the Lidl middle aisle today and is designed to provide practical sun protection for gardens, balconies and patios.With two stylish colours available, the sun sail will make a…
While comfort and aesthetics are largely subjective, the concept of ‘California Cool’ immediately calls to mind a particular interior landscape: furniture and casework dominated by neutral tones, layers of natural materials that lean into raw tactility, and upholstery articulated in hearty textiles. It’s a sense of tranquil space hemmed in by beachside vistas. In an effort to capture the elusive charm of the golden coast, famed interior designer Brigette Romanek teams up with Crate & Barrel for their first-ever Brigette Romanek for Crate & Barrel collaboration. Together, they unveil a playful collection of eclectic home furnishings designed to create a…
MAIII Collective, which recently debuted their first collection at the Stockholm Furniture Fair, offers a cohesive and layered take on Central and Eastern European identity. “Context is crucial. When you share the story behind an object, it adds another layer of meaning,” the collective explains. They present this collection of furniture and functional objects as a window, a chance to engage with histories different from our own – unique stories and heritage, details from the past only locals would know. They all come together in Fragments, exemplifying the work the collective plans in the future. Comprising eight Hungarian designers, MAIII…
Dragging a regular pressure washer out of the shed, finding the outdoor extension cord, and connecting up hoses can feel like too much effort, especially if you only need it for five minutes. Enter the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer, with its battery-powered, portable design and user-friendly features.This lightweight unit promises medium-pressure cleaning without the hassle of cords, making it a speedier solution for smaller outdoor cleaning tasks like refreshing garden furniture, de-mudding the kids’ bikes, and cleaning the car. It won’t take up much storage space and has one or two nice details—like a soap dispenser and extra…
I’ve been using this Beldray 15-in-1 Steam Cleaner at home for a few weeks now, and thanks to its nifty attachments, I’ve been sanitising almost everything I can using only boiling water.Yes, I know that’s the point of all steam cleaners, but this particular one is great as it transforms from a handheld steam cleaner to a steam mop, so you can clean your entire home, top to bottom, using only this machine. It’s also less than £70, and it’s nice and lightweight so you can lug it up and down your stairs with ease.If you need a reason to…
There’s something undeniably magical about Easter. The pastel colors, the fresh scent of spring in the air, and of course, the excuse to eat far too many chocolate eggs. But beyond the sweet treats and bunny-themed brunches, Easter is also the perfect opportunity to give your home a fresh, seasonal update—starting with your front door. Yes, your door! Often overlooked, your front door is the first thing guests (and delivery drivers!) see. And after months of winter greys and holiday reds, Easter is the perfect excuse to switch things up with cheerful, spring-inspired decor. So let’s talk about one of…