Lisa Marie Hindle

So this blog is a little bit different. It’s one from the soul, one from the heart — and it’s not your normal “average builder” post. It’s almost midnight on a Friday, and after a frantic day I’ve just finished doing the admin: timesheets, bookkeeping, responding to the weekly emails, and all the other tiny bits and pieces nobody would ever appreciate or understand… unless they’ve run a business with a team. I’m literally sat here talking to ChatGPT. ChatGPT is working for me - it’s like...

Predicting 2026 design trends is a little like reading tea leaves, but there’s a lot of good consensus from designers, paint brands, and trend forecasters right now. Here’s a rundown of what’s expected to be big  in 2026, plus some colour predictions, including “Colours of the Year.” Key Design Trends for 2026 Maximalism & Self‑Expression The pared-back, ultra-minimalist “blank slate” look is fading. Designers expect a return to more expressive, layered interiors. Think rich textures,...

Sash Window Restoration in Upwey – Reviving Timber Beauty in Period Homes Every home tells a story, and this project started with a...