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  For the longest time I’ve understood that mess around me = anxiety and stress. It makes sense, if your environment is a pigsty, your head is going to be a reflection of that. It was only recently that I came across the ancient Chinese philosophy of Feng Shui which can be boiled down to the idea of a positive energy flow based on your environment. This can relate to the way you arrange your furniture, the colour scheme you use in a room and how you arrange your things so they aren’t in your way. It makes sense that...

If you’re planning a new kitchen this year, you want to know what the coming trends are. Adrian Stoneham, MD at Stoneham Kitchens, shares his predictions on what’s going to be big in 2022. From dark shaded themes such as greens, blues and burgundy to zoning layouts and bar areas for entertaining, there’s something to suit every taste, space and budget…   Bold is beautiful Blues and greens have been popular shades in kitchen design over the past couple of years but this year it will be all about bold and earthy tones. Think forest green and navy as well...

Apartment living is very common these days, and these spaces, while small, can be extremely comfortable if designed the right way! Photos By: Stock Images The key is striking the right balance between enough decoration and too much clutter! Enjoy the benefits of a larger space with less upkeep and cost by following our handy tips to make your apartment homier. We’ll help you avoid a cluttered look while making the most of the room you have. Tip #1: Avoid blank walls Bare, neutral walls in an apartment can make a small space feel stale. Instead, consider your walls as...

This dapper 101.3 square metre home interior is skillfully crafted with edge-to-edge high-quality finishes that build a bespoke, luxurious aesthetic. Designed by Elena Sedova, the modern apartment benefits from custom-made cabinetry, a bespoke glass bedroom feature wall with an on-trend fluted texture treatment, and a fabulous muxarabi room divider. We’ll see how small bathrooms can be the jewel in the crown with the right materials, and we’ll wander onto a magical balcony area that’s sure to tempt anyone to enjoy a glass of something bubbly in the evening air. You can find the floor plan for this stylish home layout...

Pools Scouts Franchise Costs: Estimated Initial Investment (Item 7, 2021 FDD) 1.  Initial Franchise Fee:  $25,000 The Initial Franchise Fee for a single unit franchise is $25,000 if you sign a Franchise Agreement. If you have signed an Area Development Agreement, the Initial Franchise Fee is $2,500. If you qualify to participate in Pool Scouts’ Community Heroes Program, your Initial Franchise Fee may be $24,000 if you sign a Franchise Agreement. Pool Scouts participates in IFA’s VetFran program. As part of that program, Pool Scouts provides veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces a $5,000 discount on the Initial Franchise Fee...