Winvic is building two big warehouses for speculative logistics developer Panattoni at its Panattoni Park Luton site, next to the new junction 11A of the M1. The first shed, Luton 345 has a haunch height of 15 metres, and offers 345,000 sq ft of space and an additional 13,500 sq
Leigh MP Jo Platt has praised a North West developer’s cotton mill regeneration project and said it will “be the catalyst to trigger more focus from national government on how towns on the outskirts of big cities can play a crucial role in solving the housing crisis, as well as getting young
Rhatigan Group development to comprise grade A offices, 175-bed hotel and apartments Developer Padraic Rhatigan has commenced construction on the long-awaited Crown Square mixed-use scheme in Galway city. Located on a site of 5.2 hectares (13 acres), the development which will be ready for occupation in 2021, will include 39,483sq
MAG (Manchester Airports Group) has appointed McLaren to build a warehouse and logistics facility on the site of a former WWII aircraft hangar at Manchester Airport The design and build project, which will be known as ‘dnata City North’, incorporates the construction of a 145,000 sq ft warehouse and logistics
The average size of a block of land in Australia has been falling as time goes on. This means that if you want to build a large, spacious home to live in, you can’t just build out like previous generations would have. That’s why two-storey homes in Perth have become
East Midlands-based AM2 Architects has revealed plans for extensive new facilities at Wolds Wildlife Park in Horncastle, Lincolnshire – featuring jungle-like canopies, glass walkways, elevated viewing galleries and even a ‘Yoga with the Bears’ enclosure. The expansion project, which received planning permission in August, sees AM2 Architects work in conjunction
If you’re looking for a job, you should never just look in one place. Relying on job advertisements in newspapers, magazines, or even online is simply not going to cut it in most cases. Instead of looking in one place, you should adopt different ways of looking for vacancies. In
DP World London Gateway has secured multiple recognition from The Planet Mark for reducing its carbon footprint at its Thames-based trade-enabling hub. The integrated logistics hub secured two awards at The Planet Mark’s national awards last month, winning the Supply Chain Engagement and Carbon Reduction categories. The Planet Mark’s report,
Everything in our modern lives has been altered by rapidly developing technologies. This includes the way we travel and get our food, to the way we communicate and exercise. Most sector have benefits greatly from their processes being dismantled and reconstructed by the capabilities of the internet. To date, the
Your home is your sanctuary. Not only is it the place where you spend most of your time, but it’s also where you keep all of your belongings and house the most valuable thing in your life – your family. As such, it’s vitally important that your home is both
Winvic is building two big warehouses for speculative logistics developer Panattoni at its Panattoni Park Luton site, next to the new junction 11A of the M1. The first shed, Luton 345 has a haunch height of 15 metres, and offers 345,000 sq ft of space and an additional 13,500 sq ft of offices over two floors. The second warehouse, Luton 69, is 13.1 metres high, has a 69,000 sq ft footprint and provides 7,700 sq ft of office space. Winvic will also be carrying out the associated civils and infrastructure work, including car and lorry parking. Both Luton 69 and Luton 345 are expected to be completed in December 2019. Winvic is also already working for Panattoni putting up warehouses at Derby Commercial Park and the East Midlands Distribution Centre. Winvic director Danny Nelson said: “Our relationship with Panattoni has gone from strength to strength, and starting another project together – over a short amount of time – illustrates how hard our whole company works to create robust bonds with clients. We are focused on meeting, and exceeding, expectations and are proud that our values help to position us as a trusted leader in the industrial sector.” James Watson, development director of Panattoni UK, said: “Having appointed Winvic on a number of occasions, we are confident their management and construction of this project will be of the highest standards. We are dedicated to providing only the best quality buildings in the best locations and Panattoni Park Luton fulfils these ambitions, in part due to Winvic’s vast experience in constructing first-rate, modern warehouse facilities.”
Leigh MP Jo Platt has praised a North West developer’s cotton mill regeneration project and said it will “be the catalyst to trigger more focus from national government on how towns on the outskirts of big cities can play a crucial role in solving the housing crisis, as well as getting young buyers on the property ladder.” The comments were made during a recent visit to the Loom Wharf apartments in Leigh. After the £13m regeneration of the Grade II-listed former cotton mill is complete, it promises to bring a new lease of life to the centre of the town, offering luxury homes to those seeking affordable housing and instigating a new wave of investment into the area. Described by Platt as one of Leigh’s ‘red brick giants’, the old cotton mill, which was first built in 1882, is currently under construction with JP McGuire Developments. Having stood empty for over 20 years, following its transformation it will offer 99 luxury one, two and three bed apartments at a variety of price points, starting at £78,000. Commenting on the development, MP Jo Platt said: “Anyone who visits this development will be blown away. What JP McGuire Developments has done is take one of Leigh’s red brick giants, consider its industrial past and bring it forward with the vision of an industrial future for our town. “Projects like this reinforce how important investment and regeneration in areas like this can be, because it highlights how much potential there is in our town to deliver something fantastic, which speaks to the needs of local people. Loom Wharf helps you imagine what Leigh used to be and envisage what it could be like in the future. “This development is an icon which will change Leigh – it will house talent, attract investment, and be the catalyst to trigger more focus from national government on how towns on the outskirts of big cities can play a crucial role in solving the housing crisis, as well as getting young buyers on the property ladder.” Jonathan Twentyman, founder of JP McGuire Developments, who is originally from Leigh and was a student at St Joseph’s, the primary school next to the Loom Wharf building, said: “The entire JP McGuire Developments team were delighted to welcome our local MP to take a behind the scenes look at Loom Wharf. It was a pleasure to be able to describe to Jo exactly what we are envisaging this development will bring to the local area, and to gain her support for our plans. “By providing local people with quality housing like we have created at Loom Wharf, they will be more inclined to use local facilities, use public transport, and encourage their friends and families to live here too. Before you know it, this working-class town – which hasn’t received much investment in recent years – will be thriving again. “Our main goal is to deliver a development which is about more than the look, feel and space. We’ve designed Loom Wharf to encourage interaction, with facilities that will create a new community. We’re delivering a building that will make people want to stay in Leigh, and that’s exactly what this town needs.” Complemented by large reception areas, secure parking, bicycle storage and on-site gym, Loom Wharf will also boast a large dining room and cinema, both of which can be booked by residents for their own private use. First time buyers are encouraged to take advantage of Help to Buy – the government-backed scheme that helps people to purchase a property with only a 5% deposit. The development is due for completion by the end of the year, and over 70% of apartments have sold already. For more information visit http://loomwharf.co.uk.
Rhatigan Group development to comprise grade A offices, 175-bed hotel and apartments Developer Padraic Rhatigan has commenced construction on the long-awaited Crown Square mixed-use scheme in Galway city. Located on a site of 5.2 hectares (13 acres), the development which will be ready for occupation in 2021, will include 39,483sq m (425,000sq ft) of grade A office space distributed across five buildings, a 175-bed hotel, 288 residential units, along with retail, food and medical uses. Designed by architects Henry J Lyons, the development will be set around a central square with a landscaped public realm area and walking track running around its perimeter. Upon completion the scheme is expected to accommodate a total workforce of about 3,500 people between its offices, hotel and other facilities. Funding for the €200 million Crown Square scheme is being provided by US investment firm, Quadrant Real Estate Advisers. Since entering the Irish market in 2015, Quadrant has deployed close to €1 billion across a range of commercial, residential, land, hotel and retail investments. Earlier this year, the company provided about €100 million in finance to Gerry Barrett’s Edward Holdings to support the development of Galway city’s other landmark mixed-use scheme at Bonham Quay. Finance While not as large in scale as the Rhatigan Group’s Crown Square development, Bonham Quay will comprise 25,000sq m (269,098sq ft) of offices alongside 1,904sq m (20,505sq ft) of retail and 8,494sq m (91,439sq ft) of landscaped space. Commenting on Quadrant’s decision to finance the development of Crown Square, the company’s chief executive, Kurt Wright, said: “We are very proud to be involved with the Rhatigan Group in this strategic project. Quadrant view Ireland as offering excellent property fundamentals into the foreseeable future. This is particularly true in Galway which is a desired location for strong domestic and international corporate occupiers.” Sarah Ward of CBRE added: “Crown Square is the first development of its kind in Galway, designed with a large emphasis on placemaking and public realm. The scale of the office buildings will deliver much-needed modern space to the Galway market, and provide high-class amenities to the wider community.”
MAG (Manchester Airports Group) has appointed McLaren to build a warehouse and logistics facility on the site of a former WWII aircraft hangar at Manchester Airport The design and build project, which will be known as ‘dnata City North’, incorporates the construction of a 145,000 sq ft warehouse and logistics facility with a two-storey office space. Designed by architect RPS, dnata’s new warehouse and logistics facility will set a new benchmark for air cargo handling and warehousing. McLaren will manage the Cat B fit-out of 20,000 sq ft of dnata-branded office space and will oversee external drainage and landscaping works. During the design process, virtual reality technology was used to future-proof the building. The facility will include flexible office accommodation, providing a mixture of workspace and meeting facilities, as well as breakout spaces and a fitness suite. David Murphy, managing director of operations at McLaren, said: “By working closely with MAG Property, the property and development arm of MAG, and dnata at the earliest stage of this project, it became evident that attention to detail and strong management of construction schedules and logistics will be crucial to the success of this project. “By leveraging our close relationships with our supply chain partners and focusing on MAG’s specific business drivers, we have been able to develop an effective and robust plan for the design and build of dnata’s new logistics warehouse and office space.” Jonathan Haigh, MAG property’s managing director, added: “The scale of dnata’s ambition and longevity of commitment rightly called for our assembly of this prime site and for a suitably impressive scheme to fully exploit its potential. “From master planning to transaction execution, it’s been a great example of how we blend our airport operations knowledge with real estate development expertise and work hard and with skill for our customers.” dnata UK chief executive Gary Morgan, commented: “We’ve worked closely with MAG Property and the design team to ensure that dnata City North is able to adapt to the dynamic industry in which we operate, as well as providing our staff with a quality working environment.” Particularly well situated for ease of airfield access, the new warehouse and logistics facility will allow dnata to consolidate and grow its Manchester operations with the capacity to handle over 150,000 tonnes per annum. It will become operational in late summer 2020.
The average size of a block of land in Australia has been falling as time goes on. This means that if you want to build a large, spacious home to live in, you can’t just build out like previous generations would have. That’s why two-storey homes in Perth have become increasingly popular in recent years. They allow you to make much more efficient use of your land. Stuck choosing between a roomy house or a back yard? Well, choose to build up instead of out and you might not have to! While it’s definitely an attractive option that can help you make the most out of your land, there are a few things to keep in mind in order to make sure you get the absolute most out of your two-storey home build. If you’re thinking of going down this route, make sure you check out the following list of things to consider when building a two-storey home. Plan Your Layout Carefully Everyone’s family and lifestyles are different, so it’s important to carefully plan your layout so that you end up with a comfortable, practical and convenient home that you’ll adore living in. For example, if you like cooking and entertaining, you don’t want to put your kitchen on a different floor to your dining room, do you? A two-storey home allows you the luxury of completely separating your living and entertaining spaces from your bedrooms, so planning a layout to maximise your privacy (especially if you have children) is always a good idea. A smaller footprint may also allow you to maximise your outdoor space and alfresco area, or you might be able to take advantage of a great view from the second floor (which can help to boost the value of your property), so these are the kind of things that you should take into consideration when planning your home’s layout. Make The Most Of Your Stairs Stairs are a necessity in a two-storey home, so why not look at them as a great opportunity to create an impressive design feature? Consider the rest of your interior design and ask yourself questions like: What materials will it be made of? What kind of balustrade will you go for? Do you want to incorporate timber, glass or steel (or a combination of all three)? Space under the stairs can also be used for extra storage (especially for your wine collection), or even as a cute little study nook, so make sure you get as much functionality out of your stairs as well. Opt For Open Plan Living Open plan living is one of the top interior trends of 2019, so it makes a lot of sense to incorporate it into the design of your two-storey home. Rather than having separate rooms for the kitchen, dining and living area, an open plan layout will help to make that floor of your two-storey home look and feel a lot more spacious and open. Opening up this combined kitchen/dining/living space onto an alfresco entertaining area can also be a great way of helping your home to flow seamlessly from inside to out. Don’t Lose Your Cool Hot air rises. This is a fact that you need to consider when planning the climate control of your two-storey home, as getting it wrong can make your house uncomfortable to live in an extremely expensive to heat and cool. Adding insulation between the ground and first floor can be a great way of reducing energy loss and helping to keep your home at a constant temperature. Floor joist heights can also be adjusted to allow for central air-conditioning ducts. Building a two-storey home can be a great way of taking the challenge of building on a smaller block and turning it into an advantage. It can also be a fantastic way of making the most out of your views to increase the value of your property. If you want to make sure that your two-storey home building project results in a comfortable, stylish and practical house that your whole family will love, make sure you pay attention to the considerations that we’ve just outlined.
East Midlands-based AM2 Architects has revealed plans for extensive new facilities at Wolds Wildlife Park in Horncastle, Lincolnshire – featuring jungle-like canopies, glass walkways, elevated viewing galleries and even a ‘Yoga with the Bears’ enclosure. The expansion project, which received planning permission in August, sees AM2 Architects work in conjunction with Louth-based For-Ward Planning Consultancy and East Lindsey District Council to develop the masterplan for the wildlife park; which includes improvements to the existing space and plans to accommodate a larger variety and number of animals. Wolds Wildlife Park has an interesting back-story when back in 2013, animal lovers Andrew Riddel and Tracy Walters started rehoming animals from the circus as well as rehoming animals from zoos at their home in Horncastle. The pair really began from a standing start; creating the enclosures by hand and catering for the animals’ various needs. With passion and determination, the wildlife park was born. Following growing interest from local residents, Tracy and Andrew started spending their weekends showing passers-by around the park – reassuring guests that public safety and animal welfare were of the utmost importance to them. The new expansion project will bring to life Tracy and Andrew’s dream to take the park to the next phase – creating a complete zoological park with species-specific enclosures, and interactive spaces for visitors to enjoy. AM2 Architects has drawn on inspiration from leading wildlife parks around the world to develop the concept design; which includes a giraffe enclosure with an elevated viewing gallery – giving visitors the chance to see eye to eye with the world’s tallest mammals – and leopard and lion enclosures separated by glass walkways to allow big cat lovers to walk straight into the lion’s den. For a chance to connect with nature on a deeper level, visitors will be able to strike the balancing bear pose and take part in a ‘Yoga with the Bears’ class. This truly wild experience will offer yoga practice just a few steps away from the enclosure of the bears, who are known to love interaction with the public. It is also a unique form of positive enrichment for the animals. Jonathan Metcalfe, director at AM2 Architects, said: “We’re very proud to be working on such an exciting and unusual development. “Our highest priority when designing the spaces was the needs and welfare of the park’s residents and marrying that with best practice from wildlife parks around the world. By listening to Tracy and Andrew’s incredible vision, we believe we have created something very special. “Everything is coming together with the first phase now complete and the construction of phases two and three due to commence later this year. We are looking forward to the journey of bringing Andrew and Tracy’s vision to life – creating a place of wonder and learning for generations to come”. The final phase three of the development, which aims to be complete by 2022, includes a brand-new main building for the park, complete with a gift shop and restaurant featuring impressive canopy-like structures as its roof, to mimic the appearance of jungle trees and provide shaded areas beneath for guests, as well as offering views over the landscaped park, its animals and the lakes. A new education centre will accommodate school visits, provide areas for learning activities and workshops for children as well as offer function rooms for events and even weddings. The centre’s design is based on the instantly recognisable ‘big top’ circus tent, as a reminder that many of the animals in the zoo are rehomed from circuses. Further plans as part of the development include four separate units for use by local businesses, all with independent access allowing flexible operation times. Tracy Walters and Andrew Riddel, owners of Wolds Wildlife Park, said: “Since the beginning of the project, we have been overwhelmed with local community support, which has really given us the drive to work around the clock to put Horncastle back on the map. “It is our aim to work with local businesses, schools and colleges to support the area, and create new job opportunities, educational facilities for learning, and a place for those with long-term illnesses to visit and enjoy. “We feel we have the best team on-board to make our dream a reality, and it is a pleasure to work alongside AM2 Architects – they have amazing ideas for the park and we could not do this without them.” Portfolio Holder for Market Towns and Rural Economy, Councillor Adam Grist, said: “This is an exciting project and an excellent opportunity for growth in the local economy. East Lindsey District Council is pleased to continue its work with Mr Riddel and Ms Walters towards obtaining a zoo licence in the future.” Wolds Wildlife Park currently holds six open days per year to welcome visitors. AM2 Architects works on residential and commercial projects throughout the East Midlands and nationwide, including contemporary and historic, listed building, conservation projects, feasibility studies, new builds and refurbishments of all scales and sectors.
If you’re looking for a job, you should never just look in one place. Relying on job advertisements in newspapers, magazines, or even online is simply not going to cut it in most cases. Instead of looking in one place, you should adopt different ways of looking for vacancies. In particular there are 5 ways that you should definitely try: Networking One of the best ways to find jobs is by networking. The wider your network the greater your chances that you can hear about new openings, or even get a foot in the door. The opportunities that networking can provide when you’re looking for a job are second to none. That being said, you need to learn how to network properly and start to build lots of connections with the right people. Job fairs Generally job fairs are an underutilized, but they have lots of potential. Unlike a normal job application, when you visit a job fair you’ll be able to meet with a representative and can engage them directly. Most job fairs tend to focus on a specific industry, but there are some that are general. Be sure to take steps to make the most of job fairs and you may even end up being asked to sit for a mini-interview on the spot. Direct applications If you prefer to be proactive, you can apply to specific companies that you’re interested in directly. It may help to first check out their website for any job openings, but even if none are listed you can contact them regardless. While the success rate for direct applications when there are no jobs listed is low – there’s no harm trying, especially if you feel you would be a good fit and have a lot to offer. To hedge your bets you may want to apply directly to some companies that do have job openings too however. At a minimum you should check how the company prefers to be contacted however, and avoid direct cold calls that can be intrusive. Internships or temp positions Enrolling in an internship program or taking up a temporary position can be a good way to get your foot in the door at a company, and lead to a permanent job in the future. It may not be the most prestigious role, but it will let you build connections with the right people in the company. Assuming you do try this option, you need to be sure to make your time at the company count. The goal should be to make a good impression and ensure that your leave an impact while performing your role. Job search or listings Last but not least you should never ignore job search sites. The number of jobs that are advertised online just keeps on growing, and it should be easy enough to browse through the positions that you’re interested in. Although there are lots of job search and listing websites out there, you should focus on the most popular ones. It may also be a good idea to look at any that are local, as some positions may only be listed there. It should be noted that aside from the five ways mentioned above, there are lots of other methods that you can use to look for jobs. Some of the more common are social media, headhunters, or recruitment agencies. At the end of the day there’s no harm in spreading a wide net and seeing what you end up finding. The worst that can happen is that you come up empty handed.
DP World London Gateway has secured multiple recognition from The Planet Mark for reducing its carbon footprint at its Thames-based trade-enabling hub. The integrated logistics hub secured two awards at The Planet Mark’s national awards last month, winning the Supply Chain Engagement and Carbon Reduction categories. The Planet Mark’s report, earlier this year, highlighted that DP World London Gateway Port has reduced its carbon emissions by 24.9% per TEU (twenty-foot equivalent unit container) from 2017 to 2018. Carbon reductions of 18% were also achieved during construction of the latest warehouse to open at its Logistics Park – a multi-temperature facility operated by CEVA Logistics – equating to 2,561 tonnes of carbon dioxide. As a result, both facilities received The Planet Mark accreditation – an internationally recognised and trusted sustainability certification acknowledging commitment to continuous improvement in sustainability. Such consideration to sustainability means that those businesses using DP World London Gateway can be assured that their supply chains are more environmentally friendly. Steve Malkin, CEO of Planet First and co-founder of The Planet Mark, said: “We’ve been working with DP World London Gateway for several years now and it is encouraging that, despite being a rapidly growing business, their carbon emissions are continuing to reduce. I have been continually impressed by their commitment to operating in the most environmentally possible way, and by the innovative ways that they have worked to achieve this. From using hybrid and electric vehicles to ensuring that their operations are planned in such a way that vehicles that do use diesel travel the least possible distance. The business provides a strong example of how to operate a leaner – and therefore cleaner – supply chain.” DP World London Gateway was intentionally designed to offer shippers a highly flexible opportunity to consolidate and sort products for onward distribution at its logistics park just a few hundred yards from the quay side, significantly reducing the number of trucks on the road and lowering carbon emissions. Ernst Schulze, UK Chief Executive Officer, DP World, said: “As a global trade enabler, we know that our operations have a wide-reaching impact on people and on the planet, that extends beyond ensuring that people have the things that they need, when they need them. That is why we’re committed to intentional change and operating a sustainable business to minimise social and environmental impacts, today and in the future. Partnering with Planet Mark™ to reduce carbon emissions across our operations at DP World London Gateway is part of how we achieve this and hold ourselves accountable. I am proud of our latest accreditations and awards with The Planet Mark. It proves we can offer our customers the assurance that by partnering with us their supply chains are more sustainable.” Source: DP World London Gateway
Everything in our modern lives has been altered by rapidly developing technologies. This includes the way we travel and get our food, to the way we communicate and exercise. Most sector have benefits greatly from their processes being dismantled and reconstructed by the capabilities of the internet. To date, the real estate industry has undergone minor improvements, such as housing adverts moving online. But the property business is set to go through major changes, making operations much easier and efficient. Let’s take a look through our guide below, to help understand the changes we can expect in the future. Virtual Reality 70 per cent of all today’s property buyers conduct their searches online. This provides a significant reduction the amount of time that would have been spent 20 years ago, saving them from trooping from one estate agent to another, picking up copious amounts of brochures. Despite this, the experience can be extended even further thanks to what’s on offer from the internet. Once you’ve shortlisted a variety of properties which match your taste, you then have to organise a viewing which suits both you and the seller. If you’re moving a large distance, this can be particularly inconvenient. With developments in relation to virtual reality however, potential buyers can walk around a property with the help of holography, getting a real feel for the place without having to visit it. Not only does this save the time and money of the buyer and the seller, it also means an estate agent doesn’t have to attend the property either — further reducing costs. Cloud One of the main stress-inducing aspects of real estate is the sheer quantity of paperwork, all of which is of grave importance. One of the most valuable pieces of paper you will ever lay your hands on is the deeds for your house. However, taking advantage of the likes of Cloud will support the process in a digital fashion — offering a place to house the variety off documents. Meanwhile, the development of blockchain in securing details will make for a more simplistic transaction. Although there still exist hurdles in regard to binding digital signatures, the HM Land Registry are continually analysing its rules on how to implement such technologies into its processes, knowing how cost-effective and time efficient it would be. App-purchasing The app generation has taken over and with the growth of the likes of Purple Bricks, the property industry isn’t much different. Book a valuation using the app, have your property promoted online through the Purple Bricks website and companies such as Zoopla, control viewings online on 24/7 basis, and finally, manage all the incoming offers. Unlike going through an estate agent, where, if a bid rolls in, you have to wait on the estate agent contacting you to inform you, with Purple Bricks’ handy concept, you can view your offers at all times, and even accept them using the app —the only non-digitalised aspect of the entire process is the company calling round to put up the estate agent boards. Communication The popularity of the humble text message has increased tenfold over the past number of years, particularly amongst millennials. Jill Hussar, a Florida based realtor, describes the current situation within the housing market as: “millennials prefer the majority of communication to be via text message. She goes on to note how they: “use texts to express their interest in a property, schedule appointments and ask questions while phone calls are usually reserved for more urgent or pressing concerns”. On the side of the agent, 90 per cent are communicating through text, 94 per cent through email, while 36 per cent are using instant messaging. With an increased dependency on cost-cutting and efficiency in 2019, every sector is placing an emphasis on their use of technologies and the real estate industry is no different, with everything become significantly more aligned with digitilisation. Who knows what is yet to come, but it will certainly be intriguing? Bio: Where The Trade Buys is one such company who is placing an emphasis on becoming an industry leader within sustainable printing. The commercial print business has significantly invested in becoming an FSC partner, helping talking care of forests and the people who live in them. The company is a display boards provider, with bases in London, Sunderland and Surrey. Sources:
Your home is your sanctuary. Not only is it the place where you spend most of your time, but it’s also where you keep all of your belongings and house the most valuable thing in your life – your family. As such, it’s vitally important that your home is both comfortable and secure, and your windows and doors play a big part in this. Not only are they the first line of defence in protecting your property (as they’re generally the first point of entry that would-be intruders target), they also allow you to regulate your interior light levels, temperature and airflow. That’s why investing in security screens in Perth is such a wise move. Once they’re installed on your doors on windows, they allow you to drastically improve the safety and comfort levels of your home. Curious to learn more about how they do this? Then make sure you read on the find out more about the 4 reasons you need to invest in security screens. A Safer & More Secure Home Break-ins and burglaries are an unfortunate reality of modern life. As we mentioned before, the first areas that burglars target when trying to gain access to your property are your windows and doors. Even secure-looking heavy wooden doors can be quite easily broken down, and glass windows are easily shattered if the person breaking in is really determined to get inside. With stainless steel mesh and strong frames, security screens can’t be cut or broken, which makes it far, far harder for would-be intruders to gain access to your home. In fact, because they’re visible from the outside, they’ll actually reduce the chances of your home being targeted in the first place (most burglars don’t want to work any harder than they have to when breaking into houses). Installing security screens means that you can always enjoy the peace-of-mind that comes from knowing that your home is as safe and sound as possible. This is especially valuable if you travel often and want to rest assured that you’ll always come back to a home that’s exactly the way you left it. Improved Ventilation & More Natural Light There’s nothing quite like throwing open the windows and doors to let in lots of gorgeous natural sunlight, especially when the weather is nice and there’s a lovely breeze blowing. It can make your home a lot more pleasant and even make it feel more spacious. However, as we mentioned before, the potential for burglaries, break-ins and home invasions often makes it unsafe to do this. That is unless you have security screens installed on your windows and doors. Once you do, you’re able to prevent your home from feeling dark, dingey and musty and let in all the fresh air and natural light you want. Lower Energy Costs The ability to freely open your windows and doors enabled by security screens isn’t just good for improving the light and airflow in your home, it can also help to lower your energy consumption (and the associated bills). This is because it enables you to more easily regulate the temperature of your home. For example, if you get home after a hot summer day, you can cool your entire house down rapidly by opening all of your doors and windows to the cool evening breeze. If you didn’t have security screens installed, then you’d most likely have to cool your home down and make it comfortable by cranking up the air conditioner and using up a lot of expensive electricity. To maximise your energy efficiency, it’s also advisable to combine your security screen installation with double glazed windows in Perth to help you reduce heat loss in the winter and lower your heating costs. Add Value To Your Home When making any decisions about your home, it’s always advisable to consider how they’ll affect its resale value. This is another reason why it makes a lot of sense to invest in security screens. The truth of the matter is that potential homebuyers make their decisions based on emotions as well as logic. If having security screens installed on your home can help to convince them that they’ll be purchasing a safe, reliable and comfortable home for them and their family, chances are they’ll actually be willing to pay more than they otherwise would. So there you have it. While they might be a little more expensive than other doors and windows, installing security screens is an extremely smart investment that can help to make your home safer, more comfortable and more valuable.