More than any other city in Scotland, Glasgow is renowned for its traditional tenements of between two and five storeys. Constructed of red, beige and grey sandstone – most of which was quarried in the Stranraer and Dumfriesshire areas – the majority of Glasgow’s tenements were built between 1840-1920 to address the exponential rise in […]
According to Zoopla, the average value of Glasgow property has increased by almost £10,000 in the past 12 months, currently standing at a healthy £175,650. The upper end market is moving very well at Vanilla Square at present, with February 2017 being one of our best ever trading months since our inception. Viewing levels are […]
The recent emergence of smart home technology is making considerable headway, with many leading manufacturers offering an increasing range of innovative gadgets for the kitchen. Whilst we can survive quite easily without these luxury items, who doesn’t love a fancy new toy to make everyday living more entertaining? We certainly do. Take a look at […]
Choosing a unique, beautiful housewarming gift for the new home owner can be a tricky affair, especially if it’s not the recipient’s first property. Thankfully, Glasgow West End has a tonne of amazing shops where you can find a wide selection of wonderful gifts. Whether you’re looking for something practical and useful for a first-time […]
This blog post was contributed by Sienna Interiors, our Dress for Sale partner. The very thought of introducing a new colour scheme into your home or add new life into an existing colour scheme, can be overwhelming especially when deciding which colours compliment each other or enhance your existing furniture. If you feel overwhelmed then […]
With each new year comes new styles and trends in the design world. In 2017, expect to see lots of vibrant green hues, butterfly wallpaper, mixed patterns, natural materials and luxurious upholstery. Cool white and neutral interiors will forever be a classic style that appeals to many, particularly when selling a residential property, but this […]
We kick off our own Six Nations celebrations by welcoming our first ambassador – Scottish international rugby player, Finn Russell. The fly half who has represented his native Scotland on 22 occasions to date has a keen interest in property and after his recent experience with Vanilla Square has chosen to align himself with our […]
The Scottish property market experienced a buoyant 2016, with increasing levels of buyer demand and sales values, most notably in the central belt. The lettings market in Glasgow has also been positive and is proving particularly rewarding for landlords in the West End. At Vanilla Square, we’ve had a number of impressive sales and lets […]
Selling your home without any urgency can seem daunting enough, but what if you have to sell quickly? Fret not, there are a number of simple and cost-effective ways to attract the right viewers, make your property more appealing to these potential buyers and, thus, enable you to expedite the sale without sacrificing profit and […]
The West End of Glasgow is a great place to explore some of the city’s finest architecture. Many of Glasgow’s most extravagant buildings were constructed during the peak of its economic success during the Industrial Revolution, when the city was heralded the ‘Second City of the Empire’. As a result of the significant increase in […]
