August - the height of summer. School's out, the tourists arrive in Bridport and we give ourselves permission to slow down just a bit, slack off the housework and make the most of the english summer before it slips away from us. There are so many beautiful places nearby that even a day trip around the corner can feel like a holiday. But what about those days when the roads are choked with traffic and your favourite destinations burst at the seams with holiday makers; when all you crave is some time outside in peace and quiet? Consider creating an ‘outdoor room’ - your very own haven to escape into. We all need fresh air and a little nature every day, whatever the weather. Getting outside is
Whether they represent a hive of healthy creativity or the shackles that bind, kitchens are a necessity. We cannot cut them from a household in favour of a new hot tub. In today's busy world in which we are pressured to do everything faster and achieve the impossible, we can often be found multitasking up to our eyeballs wondering where we will find the energy to cook dinner at the end of a busy day. A kitchen must work for us, so how can we make it welcome us with open arms? Kitchens are often described as the heart of a home, a place where families come together to talk about their day - a relaxed, “doing” space and most importantly, where the tea and biscuits live. This is certainly the c
