by Louise Wynne | Apr 23, 2026 | Home Staging
The Iran war is pushing up energy costs, mortgage rates and caution in the UK housing market in 2026. Here’s how the Iran conflict is affecting UK buyers and why home staging remains one of the most effective marketing tools for sellers and developers.The macro...
by Louise Wynne | Feb 19, 2026 | Serviced Accommodation & HMO
“Hands off” HMO investment sounds brilliant on the brochure, but if you get the wrong partner, it can quickly become very “hands on” and very expensive. The reality behind “hands off”Recently I’ve been brought into several projects where investors appointed a “source,...
by Louise Wynne | Feb 11, 2026 | Property Development
Some of the best projects start with a conversation. Not a formal pitch, not a cold enquiry, but a genuine chat between people who share the same values.I met Chris and Jo through Blue Bricks Magazine networking events, which I’ve proudly sponsored for several years....
by Louise Wynne | Jan 1, 2026 | Interior Design
Right, let’s get one thing straight before we dive in. The only trend that truly matters is designing for your buyers, tenants, or guests. Full stop.But hear me out, because 2026 is looking rather different. There’s a shift towards design that actually...
by Louise Wynne | Nov 19, 2025 | Property Development
I’ve spent enough time with SME property developers to know one thing for sure: if the numbers don’t work, the design doesn’t matter. But the right interior design upgrades can directly increase a property’s value and reduce time on the...
