Harmonise your home
It's time to surrender to the senses this spring and summer with a chance to escape from the rat race. more
Mother nature
Gardeners' World Live expert Pippa Greenwood tells Annie Roberts about a life of green fingers. more
Designer spaces
A transformation has taken place to bring even more show gardens to BBC Gardeners' World Live 2004. more
Competitive rates
Q I bought an apartment in a well-known city centre development for investment purposes about 18 months ago. I am now considering selling it, but concerned that I will not get the capital appreciation that I was hoping for. What are your thoughts on this?John Griffiths, Stratford more
Rental perks that don't break the bank
If buying a property is not on your agenda at the moment, take a look at our monthly guide to renting city accommodation, bought to you in conjunction with the residential lettings team at Bruton Knowles. more
Habi birthday
As it celebrates reaching a middle age milestone, Stacey Barnfield looks back at the history of a British institution. more
Looks of love
John Rocha-inspired apartments attract widespread interest. more
Show stoppers
Stacey Barnfield takes a peek at show homes with a difference more
At the height of fashion
There are high expectations for Beetham Tower, a dramatic 39-storey glass tower that will become the tallest residential tower in the Midlands. more
Back to the future
Remember your parentsundefined taste in home furnishings? How it all seemed so uncool at the time? more
Lifeundefineds rich pleasures
As Marks & Spencer launches its first Lifestore in Gateshead, Annie Roberts speaks to Vittorio Radice more
Should I opt for one or two bedrooms?
Q I am purchasing an apartment for investment purposes and cannot decide whether to buy a one bedroom or a two bedroom property. Please can I have your expert advice? more
Noise nuisance is a real problem
Q I am a tenant in an apartment and am suffering from 'noisy neighbour syndrome'. My neigbours come in very late at night and have music on very loudly during the day. How can I improve the situation and where can I go to complain?Susan Moore, Birmingham more
Kinetic Energy
CityLiving learns how easy it can be to transform your home with a little professional help. more
Rooms with a view
Isabelle Wright from Knight Frank offers news and advice of property in the city. more
Set in the city
For a home that comes with the ultimate home entertainment system - a city - choose Jupiter, set in the heart of Birmingham. more
Arrivals haul
Right now there seem to be more new arrivals at the Custard Factory than Birmingham Airport, with three new outlets and a string of others on the horizon. more
