Building and Renovating

Renovating Your Greek Rundown Property

Wednesday, 21 November 2012 00:00

Greece has many old, rundown properties in need of some tender loving care and attention. When these homes are renovated they bring with them a characteristic charm that can only be found here. So if your dream is to own a small, whitewashed stone house – the sort of thing you see on postcards in the resorts then read on about how you can achieve this and avoid some of the common pitfalls.

Last Updated ( Thursday, 22 November 2012 10:15 )

Greek Island Architecture

Wednesday, 24 October 2012 00:00

Throughout the ages, Grecian Architecture has played a leading role in shaping the architectural landscape globally, having a significant impact on other leading styles like that of the Italian Renaissance. Each Greek Island possesses its own style of architec...

Last Updated ( Thursday, 25 October 2012 12:10 )

Building Your Own Summer Kitchen

Saturday, 09 April 2011 06:48

As summer approaches, you will probably be noticing the rise in temperatures in Greece. During the hot months many people prefer to live almost completely outdoors, which is why summer kitchens are such an excellent idea. It is very appealing to spend most of ...

Last Updated ( Thursday, 27 September 2012 06:35 )

Renovating to Make a Profit

Tuesday, 11 January 2011 09:11

Whether you are renovating for business or pleasure, one of the main targets is to make a profit. If done properly, a renovation project can be the quickest and easiest way to make fast money however, if you are not so good at sticking to a budget, then you ri...

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 07 August 2012 08:43 )

Is Renovating For You?

Monday, 20 December 2010 11:00

Is renovating for you? If you're planning to relocate to Greece and you intend on renovating your own property, be sure to think about what the renovation process involves. Have you thought it through and how can you be certain that you will still be high spiri...

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 17 October 2012 11:47 )

Getting Planning Permission on your Greek Property

Wednesday, 03 November 2010 08:03

If you have bought and renovated a property before, you will probably find that you may have exceeded your initial budget. The same applies when building a property. Building costs vary, depending on where you buy, what you choose to do and who you employ to w...

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 07 August 2012 08:43 )

Old Property on the Greek Islands

Monday, 30 March 2009 22:00

Greece is still a property hot spot for those who want to build a new life or own a second home in this established holiday destination. Years of tourism, relaxed ex-pat property ownership laws and a cost of living still well below that of most European coun...

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 07 August 2012 08:43 )