A new build house is a home that is completely new – not new for you. It has just been constructed and so is completely modern and you would be the first owner of the home. What makes this type of home attractive?

First, consider that a new build house will have the benefit of the most up to date building and design knowledge. Although, say, an old Victorian house may have period features and an old feel, it is unlikely to be particularly energy efficient. A new build house will usually have modern insulation techniques included, windows that are not likely to be so draughty and so on. As well as saving on your heating bills, this advantage also has an environmental benefit too – a new build home is often more environmentally friendly because of its energy saving properties.

Secondly – and this point is linked to the point about efficiency above – a newly built home is also more likely to have a lower maintenance cost than an older home. The secret is in the name – as a newly built home, the house will just have been created using new materials. One of the big costs in period homes, is that parts of the home may be old or wearing out and need attention which can be costly. A new home would come with the benefit of a new roof, a new heating system, a new boiler and so on. As well as maintenance costs, the running costs of a new home are also likely to be lower. On the basis that the new home is more energy efficient – that’s to say that energy is not lost or wasted too much – utility bills are often likely to be lower too.

There is another advantage to the fact that the items in your newly constructed home are brand spanking new: it is usual that the National House Building Council (or similar organisation) will give the new home owners a ten year warranty. That means that if you do have problems with the home within this period relating to the warranty, you should have a right of action.

Of course, there is another plus – that is that you may be able to get involved with the finishing touches of your new home and personalise from the outset. Many people compromise when the buy an older home – perhaps the design of the kitchen or furniture in the bathroom is not precisely to their tastes, but buyers will put up with it if it is serviceable and they can live with it to avoid the costs of replacing these items.

The Gaggia Classic combines advanced technology with classic styling, accentuated by the durability and beauty of the materials used in its construction. Its body is made from stainless steel, it is 15 bar pressure and has a removable water tank which means you can avoid having it plumbed in. It is pump operated and combines a milk frother.

The Le Cube by Nespresso has a high quality look and feel enabling an excellent coffee every time will little mess or effort. Technology that reduces water scale is incorporated as well as 2 shelves each holding 3 espresso cups together with a 1 litre removable water tank.

To operate, simply drop in a pre-portioned pod and select from a range of drink sizes that you can customise.

The Little Apollo was design and created in 2002 by Artifort, quickly becoming their “new classic”. It has been defined as balanced and open. inviting and is constructed from a foam-covered metal frame. The swiveling trumpet-shaped base is made of cast aluminium and certainly adds to its glamour.

Danish designer Verner Panton created this classic and much imitated chair in 1960. He contemplated for many years how to make a chair that was produced in just one piece of moulded plastic. The Panton Chair Classic is made of extremely robust expanded plastic with a lacquered surface.

The Delonghi EC710 is made from stainless steel and is 15 Bar pressure pump machine. It mixes steam, air and milk to produce a rich, velvety froth for a great cappuccino. Utilising its 1.3 litre removable water reservoir.

The machine includes separate steam and espresso thermostats, storage for its accessories and includes a coffee tamper as well as cup warmer.

Arne Jacobsen designed The Swan chair for the lounge area within the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, during 1958. It was a technologically innovative chair that had no straight lines and only curves. Its moulded shell of synthetic material was connected to an aluminium star swivel base, and then layered with soft foam that is available upholstered in leather or other various fabrics.

This simple to operate tabletop coffee machine will allow you to choose from a range of pre-filled capsules that contain excellent coffee.

The Dolce Gusto works at 14 bar high pressure, which is similar to some domestic style espresso machines. It features a Thermoblock technology which heats water quickly and effectively for your beverages. It is available in 3 contemporary colours and finishes.