Fun Houzz: 11 Surprising Facts About UK Homeowners
As 2014 comes to a close, take a look back at some of the interesting trends uncovered by The Big UK Houzz Report
The Big UK Houzz Report, which was released mid-year, uncovered some interesting and enlightening facts about design trends, homeowner preferences and quirky regional differences. Take a closer look at how 2014 shaped some key aspects in the UK home improvement and design scene.
We’re not so big on castles
Although castles are an intrinsic part of British history, less than 2% of UK homeowners dream of owning a castle. Instead, 22% of Brits dream of one day owning a Georgian or Victorian villa, while 19% fantasize about their perfect country mansion.
Although castles are an intrinsic part of British history, less than 2% of UK homeowners dream of owning a castle. Instead, 22% of Brits dream of one day owning a Georgian or Victorian villa, while 19% fantasize about their perfect country mansion.
We’re nervous about houseboats
The humble houseboat doesn’t get much love in the UK; less than 1% cited a desire for a houseboat. Perhaps there is such a thing as being too close to nature?
The humble houseboat doesn’t get much love in the UK; less than 1% cited a desire for a houseboat. Perhaps there is such a thing as being too close to nature?
Manchester likes it fancy
Nearly one in 12 Mancunians owns a Jacuzzi, which is more than anywhere else in the UK. Mancunians are also the least likely to embrace a traditional style for their interior, with only 22% describing their home as traditional.
Nearly one in 12 Mancunians owns a Jacuzzi, which is more than anywhere else in the UK. Mancunians are also the least likely to embrace a traditional style for their interior, with only 22% describing their home as traditional.
Slow cookers are a must have item in the UK
Kitchens (and their gadgets) are certainly becoming a great source of pride for UK homeowners. Almost one in five Brits dreams of one day owning a designer kitchen.
Furthermore, the humble and versatile slow cooker shines as the UK’s favourite kitchen gadget, with 44% owning this handy item. Also, a lucky 5% of us own a chocolate fountain, and 13% own an ice-cream maker. That all sounds incredibly delicious. When can we come over?
Kitchens (and their gadgets) are certainly becoming a great source of pride for UK homeowners. Almost one in five Brits dreams of one day owning a designer kitchen.
Furthermore, the humble and versatile slow cooker shines as the UK’s favourite kitchen gadget, with 44% owning this handy item. Also, a lucky 5% of us own a chocolate fountain, and 13% own an ice-cream maker. That all sounds incredibly delicious. When can we come over?
Cardiff residents are the most ecofriendly
Only 6% of UK residents have invested in fitted solar panels, although 24% have installed solar-powered garden lights.
Londoners are the least ecofriendly city dwellers in the UK, with an average of 2.5 green features per home. Cardiff residents, on the other hand, emerge as the most environmentally conscious.
Only 6% of UK residents have invested in fitted solar panels, although 24% have installed solar-powered garden lights.
Londoners are the least ecofriendly city dwellers in the UK, with an average of 2.5 green features per home. Cardiff residents, on the other hand, emerge as the most environmentally conscious.
More women than men love a working fireplace
For over a third of Brits, the living room is the go-to happy place in their home. The most popular feature in this space tends to be artwork, closely followed by a smart TV.
62% of women also prefer a working fireplace in their living room, while only 54% of men desire the same.
For over a third of Brits, the living room is the go-to happy place in their home. The most popular feature in this space tends to be artwork, closely followed by a smart TV.
62% of women also prefer a working fireplace in their living room, while only 54% of men desire the same.
Londoners can’t live without their BBQs
A whopping 87% of UK homes have a back garden – proof of the Brits’ love of outdoor spaces. Londoners, meanwhile, live up to their foodie reputations, with 59% owning a BBQ, perfect for alfresco dining.
A whopping 87% of UK homes have a back garden – proof of the Brits’ love of outdoor spaces. Londoners, meanwhile, live up to their foodie reputations, with 59% owning a BBQ, perfect for alfresco dining.
Belfast seeks tradition
Only 21% of Belfast residents are keen on a contemporary interior – a decidedly lower number than in other cities. On the other hand, only 13% of those living in Belfast would love a traditional wood-burning stove.
Only 21% of Belfast residents are keen on a contemporary interior – a decidedly lower number than in other cities. On the other hand, only 13% of those living in Belfast would love a traditional wood-burning stove.
Vintage is dividing Scotland
In Scotland, vintage style seems to be more appealing to one metropolis than to another. 15% of Edinburgh natives are fans of the vintage look, while only 7% of Glaswegians feel the same, instead preferring contemporary interiors.
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In Scotland, vintage style seems to be more appealing to one metropolis than to another. 15% of Edinburgh natives are fans of the vintage look, while only 7% of Glaswegians feel the same, instead preferring contemporary interiors.
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A third of us like to watch TV in bed
A sizeable 38% of Brits have a TV in their bedroom. If you couple that with the 4% of UK residents who have a freestanding bath in their bedroom, it would seem some of us are sporting a serious boutique hotel look!
TELL US…
What are your biggest plans for your home in 2015? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.
A sizeable 38% of Brits have a TV in their bedroom. If you couple that with the 4% of UK residents who have a freestanding bath in their bedroom, it would seem some of us are sporting a serious boutique hotel look!
TELL US…
What are your biggest plans for your home in 2015? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.
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