3rd & 4th October 2026 Royal Cornwall Events
Centre, Wadebridge, Sat 10 – 4 & Sun 10 – 4

D3 Architects Stage 5: How to Write a Brief

Posted: April 1, 2015 by Cornwall Home Improvement Self Build Show in Uncategorised

When you are getting ready to start to work with an Architect the brief is your shopping list for all the things you need and want from the project. The br...
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The colourful life of globally inspired abstract artist Basma Ashworth

Posted: March 31, 2015 by Cornwall Home Improvement Self Build Show in Uncategorised

Both a painter and textile artist Basma Ashworth draws inspiration from the surrounding landscape and unique natural light of Cornwall. We were able to ...
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What Makes A Good Holiday Let?

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On the face of it marketing a holiday home and achieving the best occupancy rate for your property may seem as simple as creating a website and waiting for...
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Fashion Fades

Posted: March 30, 2015 by Cornwall Home Improvement Self Build Show in Uncategorised

‘Fashion fades; only style remains’ So said Coco Chanel – and never more true than when it comes to choosing tiles. Just like miniskirts, leggings...
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Cusgarne Farm: Organic, Fresh & Friendly

Posted: February 27, 2015 by Cornwall Home Improvement Self Build Show in Uncategorised

One of the first veg box schemes in Cornwall was from Cusgarne, near Truro, where Greg and Teresa Pascoe sell a range of produce from organic vegetables, f...
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5 Decorating Ideas for Spring

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Spring is the time to freshen up your home, adding bursts of bright colour, energetic patterns, and springtime themes to effortlessly transition into the n...
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D3 Architects Stage 4: Tendering

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Last time we looked at the building regulations. This time it’s getting quotes, often called tendering. What is needed? Before you go out to tender y...
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Coffee break with Marsdens Cornish Cottages

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We take 5 with Ginny Kay from Marsdens Cornish Cottages to find out more about the holiday cottage company… (more…)...
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Taking the Time to Tackle Common Homeowner Problems

Posted: February 26, 2015 by Cornwall Home Improvement Self Build Show in Uncategorised

Much like our bodies, our homes are affected by time passing and impact damage from our environment. Although we may not be able to escape our skin aging, ...
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Meet Fran and Dave – a holiday cottage owner’s story

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The Linhaye in St Kew, a converted former wagon house, is owned by Fran & Dave Finnimore and set in the countryside just outside of Port Isaac, made fa...
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