Your Home and Garden

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As the world has reviewed what ‘normal life’ means over past few years, many of us have re-evaluated our living situations thanks to spending more time at home. We’re looking at our surroundings with new eyes, not just at decorating with wellbeing in mind, but with a more open-minded approach. Being at home more for work and play means we’re using spaces differently and embracing more diverse households.

Whether you need a home office or somewhere to house a family member who wants some independence, separate dwellings or granny flats built on your existing property provide privacy while staying close

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