Building and Renovation

When it comes to property insights, Private Property doesn’t stop at the structural and financial aspects but extends to the interior as well. In the dynamic Lifestyle and Décor section, visitors get a colourful glimpse of the interior trends, landscaping solutions, home living and neighbourhood news. Here’s a look at the categories you can find in Lifestyle and Décor:

Design and Decor Garden and Outdoor Building and Renovation Green living Life at Home Know your Neighbourhood
What are your rights when developers build next door?
Property Advice

What are your rights when developers build next door?

Do property developers have a responsibility to let you know when they plan to develop next to your home? And can you object?

How to survive a kitchen renovation
Lifestyle and Decor

How to survive a kitchen renovation

A kitchen renovation can add lots of value to your property, but can also be very stressful. Here are some tips to help you survive the chaos of a kitchen revamp.

Tips on adding accessories to your interior
Lifestyle and Decor

Tips on adding accessories to your interior

Accessories are an important part of decorating your home, giving it personality and adding to the overall feel of the of the space. Here's how accessories can give your interior that finishing touch.

Fewer homeowners are upgrading their homes
News

Fewer homeowners are upgrading their homes

A new report reveals that although homeowners are still maintaining their homes, fewer of them are spending money on home improvements and upgrades.

The pros and cons of buying development property
Property Advice

The pros and cons of buying development property

Developments are springing up everywhere to cater for the demand for new properties. As with any property purchase, there are pros and cons to choosing a new property over an existing one.

How to pull off a monochromatic colour scheme
Lifestyle and Decor

How to pull off a monochromatic colour scheme

By working with one colour family, you can create an interior decor theme that ties together and creates a sense of unity.

Tips for buying a property to renovate
Property Advice

Tips for buying a property to renovate

Many buyers on a tight budget consider buying an older house and fixing it up. If you’re considering doing this, here are some pointers on buying a house to renovate.

Can my neighbour block my view?
Property Advice

Can my neighbour block my view?

What are a homeowner’s rights when a neighbour’s new building threatens to block their view? Uncovering the issues at the heart of the endless debates on protecting a view

Budget-friendly kitchen renovation tips
Lifestyle and Decor

Budget-friendly kitchen renovation tips

A kitchen makeover can add exceptional value to your home but it doesn’t have to cost the earth. Have a plan and budget in place to ensure you get the best value and quality.