Entries by Craig

Space Saving Bathrooms

This post and images were contributed by our Dress for Sale partner, Jo Woodward of Sienna Interiors & House Doctor. The bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in the home, but often one of the smallest. This places great emphasis on the need for good planning and design. A small bathroom obviously […]

Make Your Bedroom Simply Du Vin

There are few things in life that feel quite as indulgent as staying at a luxe boutique hotel. Sadly, unless you have won the lottery, it’s just not possible to stay in one as often as you might like. So how do you get that luxury hotel experience in the comfort of your own bedroom? […]

The iconic architecture of Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson

When you think of Glasgow, who’s the first architect that springs to mind? For most people, it’s Charles Rennie MacIntosh, which is completely understandable because he was a truly remarkable talent. However, one important Scottish architect who is often overlooked by many is Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson. Responsible for some of Glasgow’s most impressive buildings, including […]

10 Reasons to Sell with Vanilla Square

Experienced Estate Agents We have over 40 years of experience in Sales as well as Lettings and have seen the market from the old day of printing ads in the paper to sell houses to today’s connected world. We have seen ups and downs and we have come to understand, live and breathe real estate. […]

Enjoy a Glasgow Staycation This Summer

One of the main reasons we choose to go on holiday is to relax, yet travelling to another part of the UK or an overseas country is typically very stressful. We tend to forget this year on year, because we’re so fixated on being somewhere different or tracking down the sun. But as soon as […]

Summer Garden Must Haves for 2017

Summer is here! Though you’d be forgiven for being completely unaware of this fact, given the monumental downpours we’ve been blessed with over the past couple of weeks. When the sun (the what?) comes out, we’ve got to be ready to go at a moment’s notice and soak up as much Vitamin D as we […]

Home Improvements That Add Value to Your Home

When it comes to home renovations there is often a fine line between your house as a money maker vs. becoming a money pit! Adding value to your existing home often requires investing just enough money to make home improvements that will hopefully pay back dividends when the time comes to sell, enabling you to […]

Property for sale in Kilmacolm

The charming, picturesque village of Kilmacolm lies inland between Paisley and Port Glasgow in the Inverclyde area of Renfrewshire, approximately 15 miles west of Glasgow. It is an increasingly popular locale for young families and commuters who enjoy a more tranquil, rural lifestyle and lower property prices. The village of Kimacolm is known for its […]

Charity Support for Local Communities

As an independent local business in Glasgow West End and beyond, community spirit and development is important to us here at Vanilla Square. Our commitment extends far beyond selling and letting homes for our clients. To demonstrate this dedication, not only do we sponsor and support a variety of local initiatives and community organisations, we […]