Home & Living

We measure our London lives in milestones –  the new job, the new flat, the new postcode.  But we rarely… Read more: In transit: The time we don’t count

How a cross-cultural artist turns personal experience into music while building a career in London Amelie Jat has built a… Read more: Interview with Amelie Jat

After eight years living across three countries, bloggers and authors Nana and Even reflect on finding a sense of home… Read more: So, I guess we are staying!

From a mother’s scarf to a well-worn book, two young residents share the objects that travelled with them when they… Read more: Pieces of me

From the first night’s panic to the quiet rituals that slowly make a foreign city feel like home Moving to… Read more: Five stages of settling

Why international students adopt English names and what those choices reveal about identity, belonging and power When people cross borders,… Read more: What is in a name?

From lost keys to gas leaks, here’s what newcomers should do when something goes wrong in London. London is a… Read more: Lost, locked out or confused?

From designer outlets to countryside trails, here are four easy day trips from the capital There’s plenty to do in… Read more: Escape the City

Stories of conflict, compromise and survival in London’s shared housing For many people living in shared housing, a flat can… Read more: Hell or dwell?

How London becomes a testing ground for emerging artists finding their voice Temporary life in London can feel like living… Read more: An artist’s temporary sketchbook

From energy-saving kitchen tools to clever comfort hacks, practical gadgets help international residents thrive without breaking the bank From shared… Read more: Living smarter in London: affordable gadgets for temporary homes