Homes & Gardens
Got a property question? Then ask our expert
We all have queries about properties when we’re renovating our homes, or buying and selling. Scottish Field this week launches a new column, with Ewan M. White, who provides impartial, expert advice on a wide range of building and preservation issues. Ewan’s role is to ensure there is a thorough scientific justification for any works…
Read MoreA book of bedtime stories for plants has been written
A book of short stories designed for ‘plant parents’ to read aloud to their houseplants to encourage growth has been released. With the UK continuing to experience an outright houseplant obsession, flatshare site SpareRoom has today launched the first ever bedtime stories for plants – specifically designed for ‘plant parents’ to read aloud to their…
Read MoreHints to protect your home from housebreaking
Property crime is one of the most recorded crimes there is in most countries. In the year 2017 to 2018, Scotland recorded no less than 418,000 crimes. These crimes involved property theft, damage to household property, and housebreaking. This only means that there are a lot of homeowners in Scotland have unreliable home security system…
Read MoreBeautiful garden of Dal An Eas, Kilmore opens this weekend
On a bright, blustery morning, I’m visiting the beautiful garden of Dal An Eas, Kilmore, Oban. Owner Mary Lindsay is smiling at the door – her face tanned and welcoming, crinkled eyes like twinkling forget-me-nots. I immediately feel at home. She splashes pots with a watering can as we walk through the gate. A romantic…
Read MoreA beautifully refurbished flat in Edinburgh’s New Town
The current owners have created an exemplary city centre home that is finished to a level that is rare to find in the Edinburgh market. Presented by Knight Frank this impressive four bedroom lateral property combines period grandeur and architectural features with stunning contemporary interior design. The current owners have created an exemplary city centre…
Read MoreThe judges head east to find Home of the Year
The sixth edition in the search for Scotland’s Home Of The Year takes the judging team to the east. On Wednesday, the BBC Scotland show heads to a renovated B-listed farmhouse just outside North Berwick. The owners wanted to mix the centuries-old charm of the original building with some modern touches, mixing traditional décor with…
Read MoreWhere is the best home in the north of Scotland?
Judges are considering three houses in the North of the country as the next contenders for Scotland’s Home of the Year. Last night, BBC Scotland began the search for the special property in Central Scotland. First up is a des res in Boat of Garten that’s brought together two old stone-built former steadings and linked…
Read MoreFree tickets for all for Ideal Home Show Scotland
The Ideal Home Show Scotland returns to the SEC Glasgow from 24-27 May to showcase the latest trends in interiors, renovation, DIY, gardens, technology and lifestyle. To celebrate we are offering free tickets for every reader to the biggest and best event of its kind in Scotland. This year’s line-up of celebrity ambassadors includes I’m…
Read MoreGrow your own pain relieving chillies at home
There’s nothing quite like growing your own plants – especially if they can help with your health. We gave you five plants which can help you beat Blue Monday yesterday, and one of those suggested by our friends at Dobbies Garden Centres was chilli peppers. Chillies are rich in antioxidants and contain even more vitamin C…
Read MoreIslands will be the trends in kitchens for 2019
Open plan kitchens continue to dominate kitchen designs where there’s space, with the majority of refurbishments and new builds opting for a kitchen that combines dining and living areas. That’s the view of independent kitchen designers and retailers Kitchens International (KI). With many designers spread across their six showrooms, KI’s designers have a finger on…
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