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ORIGINAL BTC: LIGHT SHOWER Original BTC New for Spring/Summer 21, the Drop Three is the final instalment in Original BTC’s Drop collection. Following the journey of a droplet of water as it falls through the air, the new bone china pendant reflects the final stage as the droplet flattens then splashes up as it hits the ground. Designed in 2001, a year before Original BTC’s acquisition of its bone china factory, the Drop Three was so technically challenging to manufacture, it was pulled from the collection. Today, thanks to nearly two decades of investment in the Stoke-on-Trent factory’s team and...

Garden Offices | The Ultimate Work from Home Solution for 2021 Green Retreats Pictured: 7.5m x 3m Expression Garden Room by Green Retreats The Pros and Cons of Working from Home Working from home was not so long ago considered a perk of the job, however, the much-longed-for 30-second commute, for many of us, has finally become a realisation. Prior to the global pandemic, we would have spent 492 days of our lives commuting to and from work and inevitably, Covid-19 has brought about a catalyst of change. Businesses are now seeing the benefits of reducing costs by giving up office spaces,...

Ahead of the Curve Matki Many of us love curves and Matki are no exception. The way light catches the shape of the glass and the fact that you can see into the shower space without any sharp edges or corners makes Matki’s range of Curved Shower Enclosures an aesthetically outstanding choice. Curved shower enclosures from Matki not only look stylish and inviting but they are made with love, care and attention to detail. Designed upon considered proportions, Matki curved enclosures make an elegant statement and they open up floor space in the most beautiful way. This is especially true...

The key for a unique house? IdealPark car lift IdealPark Exploring a Bauhaus villa THE HOUSE The construction of this house, a new Bauhaus-style building made completely in concrete, began in 2018. The bright mind behind the architectural concept of the building belongs to the designer Ulrich Reitenberger. An open-plan modern villa was designed with a contemporary vision. Wood and concrete are the materials that dominate the villa interiors. Custom made furniture pieces that bring raw and monolothic concrete interiors to life with a touch of softness. Height in living and dining room: 6 m. A large window in the...

Garden Room Ideas | Customer Projects Garden rooms have been one of the most popular home improvement trends of 2020, and that trend is set to continue into 2021!   Images Above | Left: Green Retreats 'Inspiration' 4.5m x 3m starting from £18,745, Right: Green Retreats 'Expression' 7m x 4m starting from £28,245 During the pandemic, homeowners have been exploring new ways to make extra space at home - as well as making their homes a more enjoyable place to be. Adding a garden room is a simple and cost-effective way to achieve both!   Check out these amazing real customer...