As a leading international authority on home improvement disorders and founder of the Greatest Handyman Ever Hall of Fame, I have, of course, long been aware of the devastating condition known as Compulsive Renovation Syndrome. After some early dismissals of the disorder as “too many dollars and not enough sense” and various attempts to blame it on Minecraft and The Sims, CRS is now a generally accepted diagnosis. Today, it is a rare home show that does not feature a panel on CRS, many of which I have sat on myself.

Choosing the right flooring comes down to a handful of unique considerations. There’s the durability, the feel and, of course, the look. But even if you find a floor that ticks all of your specific boxes, if there’s one box left unchecked—budget—then you can chalk it up to a loss.

Luckily, as competition heightens and companies continue to make sharp innovations, flooring is becoming easier for consumers to access. Gone are the days when your two choices were hardwood and tile. Now, all sorts of materials are being used for luxury flooring without the cost of luxury flooring.

Different people have different morning rituals, but you’d be surprised to hear how many people love spending their mornings in the kitchen. Preparing their favourite meals, hanging out with their family and enjoying their free time – this is the best way to celebrate being alive and surrounded by the people they love.

But, in order to have a great time in the kitchen, you need a great kitchen first, and creating such a kitchen is what lots of people are struggling with. So, you should listen to the tips by someone who has more experience, and here are a few tips recommended by chefs and kitchen designers all over the world.