Noisy neighbours: how can I stop the downstairs flat having all-night raves?
Our downstairs neighbours are keeping us up with their loud parties. We’ve asked them to stop many times but they don’t. Can we now make a formal complaint?
Month: January 2020
Don’t Move, Improve! 2020 awards: three of London's most dramatic makeovers shortlisted for top architecture award
From a disappearing bathroom to a timewarp home, these are London’s best home makeovers and renovations.
Wild Honey & Rye: cherry crumble cake recipe
I like to include some crushed cardamom, but a teaspoon of ground cinnamon works well, too – or simply use the vanilla on its own.
Wild Honey & Rye: plum and poppy seed tray bake recipe
I use fresh Victoria plums when they are in season, but any ripe plums will work as well.
Wild Honey & Rye: potato pancakes with mushroom sauce recipe
Polish potato pancakes are like latkes, in that they are made with potatoes, grated onion and egg, then pan-fried.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Canada: will the Duke and Duchess of Sussex buy or rent a Vancouver home?
Overseas buyers of property in British Columbia face hefty additional taxes — how might the couple work around this?
How to rent sustainably: six tips for eco-friendly renting — from where to buy furniture that will last to finding reclaimed fabric
From hiring your furniture to changing your light bulbs to more energy efficient ones, here are some things to consider in order to be a sustainable renter.
Most expensive streets: roads with 'Queen' in name are priciest — and worth twice as much as those with 'King'
Homes sold in the capital with a reference to a queen in the street name have fetched an average of £943,000.
Building in the garden: can we put up an outbuilding without planning permission?
We’d like to build an outhouse in our rear garden. Can we do this under permitted development rights, rather than applying for full planning permission?