Solid wood or flat-pack furniture?
When it comes to choosing new furniture, there’s a big decision to be made at the outset. Are you looking for the durability and...
How to make a new home feel like it's always been yours
There’s something quite other-worldly about opening the door to a brand-new home and walking in for the first time. Every surface is...
Creating a nursery
The arrival of a new baby is one of the most exciting periods in anyone’s life. Whether you’re expecting your first child, preparing...
Socialising at home
As lockdown restrictions slowly lift, people are rediscovering their innate need for company and conversation. Messaging apps and video...
Reflections on my time with Cruden - Roshni Advani, Intern
As I write this, I’m in my last week of my internship with Cruden. What was supposed to be an in person, 10-week internship was cut down...
Living with allergies
In the midst of an allergic reaction, it can feel like your body is at war with itself. Common symptoms include itchy skin, streaming eyes...
Keeping your bedroom cool in hot weather
A new home offers many benefits and one of its biggest advantages over an older property is the level of insulation it provides. This is...
How to holiday at home this summer
The traditional summer holiday has been one of the more high-profile casualties of the coronavirus lockdown. By mid-July, with the school...
Desirable kitchen gadgets
In recent decades, kitchens have evolved from an architectural afterthought to become the centre of the home. Growing prosperity throughout...
Ten tips for deep cleaning
Over the last three months, we’ve spent an extraordinary amount of time living, working and socialising in our homes. Not only has this...
Keeping fit at home
The last few months have taken a heavy toll on our mental, emotional and physical health and although we’re now allowed outside to...
A good time to complete the DIY jobs you never finished
Although there are signs of lockdown easing on the horizon, we are all still spending unprecedented periods of time in our homes. And in...