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A modern white kitchen decorated for St. Patrick’s Day with a green wooden dining table, matching chairs, and festive shamrock confetti. The table is set with plates, glasses, and bread, complemented by lush greenery hanging from the ceiling. Natural light streams in through large windows.

The Saint Patrick's Day Story

The jolly green holiday of Saint Patrick's Day, associated with shamrocks, Guinness and often fancy dress, has much older roots than you might imagine. The story dates back to 387 AD, to a Romano-British missionary who was captured by Irish pagans and taken to the Emerald Isle to be a shepherd. After finding God, he became a priest, converting thousands to Christianity. Venture out in any major European city on 17th March and you'll almost certainly find festivities celebrating this legendary saint underway.

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  • 07.03.2018
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A newly married couple sharing an intimate moment outdoors. The bride wears a white lace dress and floral hairpiece while holding a natural green and white bouquet. The groom in a black suit smiles at his bride against a backdrop of autumn trees.

Getting married in autumn: 5 reasons for a blissful September wedding

The months from May to August are considered the most popular to get married. But more and more couples are discovering the golden season starting in September to say "yes" in front of an autumnal scenery. For good reason: getting married in the trend month of September has many advantages that we want to show you here. On top we supply a checklist for an autumnal dream wedding.

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  • 24.08.2018
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A modern white kitchen decorated for St. Patrick’s Day with a green wooden dining table, matching chairs, and festive shamrock confetti. The table is set with plates, glasses, and bread, complemented by lush greenery hanging from the ceiling. Natural light streams in through large windows.

St Patrick's Day: Why green is part of it and other exciting facts

As the world gears up to celebrate the famous Irish holiday on 17 March, we take a closer look at the background and traditions of the St Patrick's Day story to reveal some surprising and unusual St Patrick's Day facts.

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  • 11.03.2019
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How to tie the perfect bouquet of flowers in 4 steps

Springtime is flower time - when peonies, hydrangeas and tulips bloom outside, many want to bring a piece of the colourful splendour into their own four walls. And how could this be done better than with a self-bound bouquet of flowers from your own garden? We show you how to create your own bouquet in four simple steps.

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  • 31.05.2018
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Lush garden with a pond, surrounded by trees and shrubs, adjacent to a house with a patio. Outdoor furniture is set up under a large tree.

Eco-friendly swimming pool alternatives

A swimming pool may be a refreshing oasis in the summer, but its maintenance isn’t always best for the environment. If you live in an area prone to drought or are trying to minimise your energy use, you may be considering repurposing your pool. Here are a few swimming pool alternatives to help you make the best use of this space.

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  • 17.08.2018
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A spacious home gym featuring weightlifting racks, dumbbells, a bench press, and fitness accessories. Large skylights allow natural light to brighten the space, creating an ideal workout environment with a sleek, industrial design.

6 tips on installing a basement home gym

Making a house a home is all about personality. The best luxury properties are those which serve as more than just places to live – acting, too, as spaces which shape and interact with our lifestyle. Installing a basement home gym is a fine example of how your home can be built around your hobbies. It might even help add value to your home. Here's a guide to setting one up, covering practicalities and some smart home-gym ideas.

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  • 03.08.2018
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Enjoy autumn at home with all your senses

As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, as the leaves rustle under our feet and the umbrella is needed more and more often - then we know that autumn is here. 

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  • 12.11.2021
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5 design principles for a modern minimalist living room

Minimalism often brings to mind futuristic furnishings and an absence of colour, but it need not be stark. The driving force behind this design trend is the ‘less is more’ mentality. A modern minimalist living room can be at once soothing and inviting, free from stress-inducing clutter. Here are a few ways to streamline your space.

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  • 15.02.2018
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Modern dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. Skylights and glass doors offer natural light and garden views.

7 clever room partition ideas for an open-plan living room

Open floor plans offer plentiful benefits, encouraging spontaneous socialising and providing almost limitless design possibilities. If you’re working with an open-plan living room and wish to add a separate dining area, here are a few room partition ideas to create clear visual designations without installing physical barriers.

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  • 14.08.2018
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A beautifully designed tiny house featuring a modern kitchen with wooden countertops, open shelving, and industrial pendant lighting. The open-concept layout leads to a cozy living area with large windows, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere.

Minimalist living: What is it like to live in a tiny house?

Tiny houses, also known as micro or mini houses, represent a new living trend from the USA and have been enjoying increasing popularity since the financial crisis of 2007. Typically, the living space is less than 40 square metres - often considerably less. Not only the usable area is of modest dimensions, but also the minimalist and functional interior design. In addition, many tiny houses have a chassis and are mobile, making them suitable for a flexible and location-independent lifestyle.

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  • 02.11.2020
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Quiz: city life vs village life – discover your true home

Humans are born dreamers. Put us in the city and we'll dream of a simpler life in the country. Put us in the country and we'll dream of the bright lights and attractions of an urban environment. But when you're buying a property, you don't want to gamble on a whim.

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  • 22.07.2019
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