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Summer in the UK can be a fickle affair, with unpredictable weather patterns and sudden downpours. For those who love to spend time on their patios, it's essential to make sure it's weatherproofed to enjoy it all year round. Here are eight inspiring ways to weatherproof your patio for a British summer.

Install an awning or canopy

An awning or canopy provides a great way to weatherproof your patio while still enjoying the outdoors. With a range of sizes, styles and colours available, you can choose the perfect one to suit your patio and outdoor living space.

Add a pergola

A pergola offers a great way to add style and shelter to your patio. By adding climbing plants or vines to the structure, you can create a natural and shaded area to relax in.

Invest in outdoor furniture covers

Outdoor furniture can quickly become damaged by the elements if left unprotected. Investing in good-quality furniture covers can protect your chairs, tables and other outdoor furniture from the rain and sun damage.

Consider adding an outdoor heater

An outdoor heater can help you extend your patio season and make your space comfortable on chilly evenings. With a variety of styles and sizes available, you can choose the perfect one to suit your patio and heating needs.

Install outdoor blinds or curtains

Outdoor blinds or curtains are an excellent way to provide additional protection and privacy to your patio. They can be used to block out strong winds, rain or sun glare, and are available in a range of colours and designs.

Create a windbreak

A windbreak can be created using a range of materials, including glass, wood, and even fabric. It can help to block out strong winds and create a more sheltered environment for your patio.

Use outdoor rugs and mats

Outdoor rugs and mats not only look great but can also help to protect your patio flooring from the elements. They come in a range of materials and styles, so you can find the perfect one to suit your patio.

Add lighting

Lighting can help to create a warm and inviting atmosphere on your patio, while also providing practical benefits. String lights, lanterns and solar lights are all great options to consider.

In conclusion, weatherproofing your patio can help you enjoy the outdoors all year round, regardless of the weather. With these eight inspiring ideas, you can create a comfortable and stylish outdoor living space that is both practical and inviting.

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If you're lucky enough to have a terrace or courtyard, you have the opportunity to create a beautiful outdoor space where you can relax and enjoy the fresh air. Here are five of the best terrace and courtyard transformations to inspire you.

Moroccan-Inspired Terrace

For this transformation, the terrace was transformed into a Moroccan-inspired oasis with a vibrant color scheme, intricate tile work, and comfortable seating. A mix of patterns and textures create an exotic feel, while lanterns and candles add a romantic touch.

Small Courtyard Turned Garden

This transformation takes a small, unused courtyard and turns it into a lush garden oasis. The space is filled with potted plants and flowers, creating a green retreat in the heart of the city. A water feature adds a soothing element, while a bistro table and chairs offer a place to sit and enjoy the view.

Modern Rooftop Terrace

This modern rooftop terrace transformation features sleek, minimalist design with clean lines and neutral colors. The space is anchored by a simple seating area with a built-in bench, while a wooden deck and planters add warmth and texture. The panoramic view of the city skyline is the perfect backdrop for this sophisticated outdoor space.

Rustic Courtyard with a Fire Pit

For this transformation, a rustic courtyard is turned into a cozy outdoor living room with a fire pit as the centerpiece. Natural stone pavers create a warm and inviting atmosphere, while a mix of seating options, including a built-in bench and cozy chairs, offer plenty of space to relax and entertain.

Mediterranean Courtyard with a Fountain

This transformation turns a small, neglected courtyard into a charming Mediterranean-inspired space with a fountain as the focal point. A mix of potted plants and flowers add color and texture, while wrought iron accents and a stone bench add old-world charm. The sound of the fountain adds a soothing element, making this courtyard the perfect place to unwind.

Whether you have a terrace or a courtyard, there are endless possibilities when it comes to transforming your outdoor space. By incorporating your personal style and creating a space that is both beautiful and functional, you can create an outdoor oasis that you'll enjoy for years to come.

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With participation in additional:

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Company Benefits

Professional membership fees, relevant to your role, are covered(dependant on the length of service)

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Company Description

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The Role:

This exciting position will allow the incoming Site Manager to have the opportunity to extend his remit across the company. Dealing with scheduling, coordinating, and supervising the work of all site operatives, ensuring that all work is delivered safely on time and within budget along with managing equipment and materials required. This involves ensuring all company and legal regulations are implemented, that all required documentation is completed as necessary, and recording daily work on site. This Management role will mean traveling from site to site.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and promote safe working on site

● Implement company requirements and legal regulations, paying specific attention to Health legislation and quality.

● Carry out and record site inspections

● Ensure all works are carried out in line with approved method statements

● Conduct and amend risk assessments and deliver toolbox talks/briefings

● Ensure site personnel have job-relevant training requirements which are entered on-site personnel training register

● Lead by example to others on site

Ensure the completion of works on time and within budget

● Schedule, coordinate and supervise the daily activities of on-site operatives

● Share and pass on knowledge to teams

● Ensure on-site operatives complete all required documentation

● Ensure documentation is properly completed in line with company requirements

● Track and document daily work productions

● Organize and monitor the work of subcontractors on site

Equipment and materials management

● Order and manage hired/internal equipment on a daily basis

● Coordinate delivery/pick up of materials as required

Key measures & targets:

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Key relationships:

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● Subcontractors

Person Specification:

The successful candidate is likely to meet all of the following criteria:

Essential

SMSTS (Site management safety training scheme) or SSSTS ( Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) qualified

5 + years of construction industry experience

5 + year's experience as a site manager

Computer skills required

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Email and communication.

Data analytics.

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4 Steps to Get Ready for Your Kitchen Renovation

There are two actions that come to mind as being the most important in getting ready for a construction project: avoid denial and prepare. Everything you need to do falls under one of these two categories. But how, specifically, can you prepare for the first day of construction? Here are the basic steps.

1. Make a list of items you need to have onsite when construction begins

Have you ordered the sink and tap? Do you have your appliance delivery scheduled?

The reason for this is that, once work starts, life gets a little more chaotic – OK, a lot more chaotic. Things such as ordering a sink will slip through your fingers, and you’ll find yourself scrambling when the contractor asks for something.

2. Establish expectations with your contractor

This isn’t just about telling the contractor whatyouexpect, this is also about the contractor and other professionals letting you know what are realistic expectations. This will make for a happier client and a more pleasant process overall.

As the homeowner, you actually do have some control over the schedule. Taking too long to finalise decisions can cause significant delays.

Don’t forget to be nice to the neighbours and tell the contractor to do the same. Let the neighbours know you’re starting a construction project and that there will be crews around. Tell them to please let you know if they have issues. Noise, debris and blocking the street with deliveries are often issues that come up with neighbours.

Set up a recurring weekly construction meeting to touch base with your contractors and other pros. You may not need it every week, but at least it’s on the schedule in case you do.

Here are some things to consider and discuss with your contractor.

-How long the construction will last.

-Whatyou can do to guard against delays. Often, this means having all the products onsite and not designing in the field and making changes.

-Dust control. How will the construction be sectioned off from the rest of the house?

-Debris removal. Are you getting a skip, or will debris be stored in the garage and removed in phases?

-Areas the crew can use. What will be the staging area for tools, cutting wood and tiles? What bathroom facilities will be available?

-Clean-up expectations. Some contractors clean up at the end of each day and others don’t. Communicate what you want, but also understand that certain requests may mean more expense.

-When you will have to be out of the house for the refinishing of floors, and for how long. What products will be used? Do they meet your expectations of low-VOC emissions?

-Hours that are OK for the crew to work. Can they work Saturdays? Arrange for things such as keys and alarm codes.

3. Empty out your cabinets

So now you’ve taken care of business, it’s time to get your hands dirty. Rather than dreading this, try to look at it as an opportunity to do some serious spring cleaning. Instead of throwing everything into boxes and deferring the editing process to the end, get it done now to make moving back in that much more fun. However, if you have too much on your plate to deal with this now, it can always be done later.

Put all the items you won’t need for a few months into boxes – or even better, big plastic bins with lids to protect the contents from dirt and dust. Separate out what you’ll want to use in your temporary kitchen: knives, coffee mugs, food you’ll eat and even a few wine glasses. Who says you have to drink out of plastic cups the whole time?

4. Set up a temporary kitchen

The more organised and prepared you are in this area, the happier you’ll be. A half-hearted attempt at a temporary kitchen isn’t recommended. Even if you don’t have children and plan to eat out every night, you’ll want a place to make a cup of coffee or a snack.

I think two tables are ideal, and if you have the room, two tables plus the kitchen table for seating. If you don’t have an old table, pick up a few folding ones – 60cm or 75cm deep by whatever length you can fit. If you’re using a table from the house, get a plastic-coated tablecloth to protect it.

Think about setting up your temporary kitchen the way you would a real kitchen, in stations.

Set up a station for cooking and prep. Include a combination microwave if possible or a microwave, a toaster, and even a hot plate if that’s something you’ll use. Also have out a big cutting board for making sandwiches and cutting fruit.

Have the contractor set up your old fridge in the temporary kitchen area.

Store food #large, clear plastic bins with lids under the table.

Set out an area for paper plates, napkins and utensils. Think of your temporary kitchen like a campsite or an outdoor picnic or party spot. The nicer and more organised it is, the happier and calmer you’ll feel during construction.

Written ByRebekah Zaveloff

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Located in the heart of one of London's most iconic streets "Herbert Cresent" . We fully refurbished this apartment for our client. In this architectural masterpiece we would like to praise the quality and accuracy of the work of our builders, the creativity of the architect's design @price parizi by using a mix of modern and contemporary style, with many bespoke features. Unless you had seen the original house, you might underestimate how much improved it now is. “It was really a gut remodel,” says the architect.

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