Tag: flat
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US hotel construction pipeline flat, while brand conversions set record
The total U.S. hotel construction pipeline stayed relatively flat year over year in the third quarter of 2025, while brand conversions saw record-high project totals, according to the Q3 2025 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics. The overall national project pipeline remained somewhat stable at 6,205 projects compared to last year’s Q3,…
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Granny Flat ANC/DAD Design Ideas for Modern Living
Modern families are rethinking how they use space. With rising property prices and changing family dynamics, adding a granny flat or ancillary dwelling (ANC/DAD) has become a smart way to create more room without moving. These compact homes aren’t just for elderly parents anymore. They’ve evolved into stylish, versatile spaces that can serve as guest…
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Granny Flat ANC/DAD Design Ideas for Modern Living
Modern families are rethinking how they use space. With rising property prices and changing family dynamics, adding a granny flat or ancillary dwelling (ANC/DAD) has become a smart way to create more room without moving. These compact homes aren’t just for elderly parents anymore. They’ve evolved into stylish, versatile spaces that can serve as guest…
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How Flat Roof Systems Shape Modern Commercial Architecture
In today’s rapidly evolving construction landscape, the way we design and build commercial spaces is undergoing significant changes. One of the most significant shifts can be seen at the very top — in the adoption of advanced flat roofing systems. More architects and developers are realizing that the roof is no longer just a shelter…
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10 flat roof porch ideas to enhance kerb appeal
There are many reasons why you might be on the hunt for some flat roof porch ideas. Perhaps you want to add a fresh, modern element to the facade of your home, or maybe you are keen to incorporate a green roof into your house’s design. When it comes to porch ideas, there is such…
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Tiling an uneven floor tips to achieve a flat and level surface
Tiling an uneven floor is a challenge, so it’s essential to ensure that your subfloor is as flat and level as possible before laying any floor tiles. Leave any high points or low points across a floor and you could be heading for trouble. You’ll get uneven grout lines, raised tile edges and subtle dips…
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You can buy this abandoned 15-bedroom Highland lodge for less than a flat in London
In a remote corner of the Scottish Highlands, a forgotten estate is up for grabs for a starting price of just £255,000, less than many one-bedroom flats in London. Surrounded by mountains and thick woodland, Achnashellach Lodge hasn’t been lived in for years and presents a challenge for those looking at renovating a house and…
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Soaring service charges leave flat owners struggling financially
For thousands of homeowners across the UK, the dream of owning a property is turning into a financial nightmare. Spiralling service charges, imposed by property management companies, leave many residents feeling trapped as they cannot afford rising fees and also meaning others cannot buy their homes. What was once an affordable way to get on…