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Local councils are sounding the alarm on the housing crisis 🚨 Tenant’s union Housing Action Teesside are calling for large-scale council housing to address rising homelessness. 📈Since July 2023, rents in Stockton have risen by 7.9%, contributing to an 83% rise in homelessness. Many households remain stuck in damp, mouldy and unfit-for-purpose temporary accommodation while waiting for council housing. Housing Action suggests building more council housing could help relieve waiting lists and provide a fairer alternative to private renting. 🏚️But what if vacant homes could be part of the solution? By converting unused properties, through adaptive reuse or property guardianship, councils could provide housing relief and ease pressure on the rental market - while addressing a critical social need. 🏡Is the future of housing in transforming what’s left behind? https://lnkd.in/ekjd99ih #HousingCrisis #SocialHousing #Stockton #CouncilHousing #CommunityHousing #UrbanRenewal #AfforadbleHousing #PropertyGuardianship #LiveinGuardians

There is still time to donate to the Noah's Ark Children's Hospice ‘From That Moment’ campaign! 🥳🎉 Donations are still being DOUBLED to help Noah’s Ark be there for children who are seriously unwell from the point of diagnosis. With our support, they can help those they support to enjoy life as children rather than as patients; as families, not just as carers. ✨ The matched-funding campaign ends at 10pm today (October 21st) - help them reach £1 million! 🎯 If you haven’t had a chance yet, please click the link below and donate as generously as you can. Every penny counts. ❤️ https://lnkd.in/es_6_wtq #fromthatmoment #childrenshospice #donate

Here at Live-in Guardians, we are proud to support Noah's Ark Children's Hospice, our Charity of The Year and their 2024 fundraising campaign – From That Moment.❤️ Until 10pm October 21st, we are working hard to raise essential funds for critical care for babies, children and young people who are seriously unwell. During this period, all donations are being DOUBLED, meaning your contribution has twice the impact. We are asking our community to come together to support this worthy cause. Watch a snippet from last year's film to see how their incredible work impacts families every day. 🎥 Every donation, big or small, makes a meaningful difference to the families who rely on Noah’s Ark for vital support. 💻 Click here to donate: https://lnkd.in/etS8b45w Thank you for your generosity and support in making a real difference to those who need it most. #fromthatmoment #childrenshospice #donate #noahsark

At Live-in Guardians, we’re fortunate to explore some of London’s most extraordinary spaces, and our latest Guardianship property in the charming North London suburb of Queen’s Park is no exception.   Imagine waking up and enjoying your morning coffee in your 1,200+ sq ft bedroom (yes you read that right!). A rare find that offers endless potential!   Ideal for artists, creatives, or anyone seeking inspiration from their surroundings. With vaulted ceilings and skylights flooding the space with natural light, it’s a truly inspiring place to live. Tucked away on a picturesque, tree-lined street, you’re just steps from boutique wine shops, artisanal coffee spots, and local gems. A unique opportunity for those who appreciate something truly special. 🌿🏙️   If this sounds like the perfect space for you, get in touch to arrange a viewing! #Guardianship #UniqueSpaces #QueensParkLiving #CreativeHomes #LondonProperty #LiveInInspiration #UrbanRetreat #CreativeCommunity  

From Vacant to Vital: How Empty Retail Spaces Could House the Homeless KTGY Architecture’s ‘Re-Habit’ concept imagines turning empty retail stores into thriving spaces for the homeless. 35% of the U.S homeless population remains unsheltered (WhiteHouse.gov) This solution offers not just shelter, but job training, community gardens, and vital support services - all under one roof. The design includes flexible sleeping arrangements; from 20-bed pods to private 2 bed units, giving residents a path to independence whilst fostering a sense of community. Developed in partnership with Long Beach Rescue Mission, this project is about more than just housing - its about rebuilding lives. In light of World Homeless Day, projects like this show how vacant spaces, with the right vision, design and care can go from simply existing to becoming valuable community spaces. #AdaptiveReuse #UrbanRevitalization #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityLiving #Homelessness #HousingCrisis #WorldHomelessDay #SocialImpact #VacantSpaces #EmptyRetail

Once the backdrop for P.Diddy’s 2007 music video, this $10 million dollar Hollywood mansion has become a cautionary tale for property neglect. Abandoned for over a decade, it’s been overtaken by squatters and graffiti. Following P Diddy’s recent scandal, taggers swarmed the property, with “Diddy was here” scrawled on the roof. ⚠️ Neighbours call the property “a headache” and a safety hazard. ⚠️ 🚨“Every time we call 911, squatters are cleared out, but they return within hours.” Police have been called several times in just the past week, with reports of violent incidents, including an attack on a neighbour with a “steel rebar and a beer bottle” 📉🏘️Despite city orders to secure the property, conditions have worsened, raising serious concerns about community safety and local property values. The house, once a symbol of luxury, now stands as a stark example of what happens when high-value properties are left unmanged. How would you feel if your property value dropped because of a neighbouring abandoned house? #PropertyManagement #LuxuryRealEstate #PDiddy #CelebrityHomes #Mansion #AbandonedHouse #VacantHouse #HollyWoodMansion #RealEstateNews #HollywoodHomes #Squatters #HousingCrisis #LiveInGuardians

London's 87,000 vacant homes, worth an estimated £130 billion, could be the key to tackling the city's housing crisis. Swipe to explore the data and see how vacancy impacts property values, local housing markets and communities. These vacant spaces represent a critical yet often overlooked issue in the housing market What role do you think property owners can play in turning this issue around? 💬 Share your thoughts below Could collaboration with councils and local communities be the answer? Shelter The Empty Homes Network Action on Empty Homes #HousingCrisis #EmptyHomes #PropertyOwners #CommunityHousing #UrbanDevelopment #RealEstateInsights

Shana Tovah to everyone celebrating Rosh Hashanah! 🍎🍯 Wishing you a New Year filled with joy, sweetness and blessings. #RoshHashanah #ShanTova #NewYear

How a Swedish Designer is Giving Abandoned Homes a Stylish New Beginning... Swedish designer Anton Wörmann is transforming Japan’s abandoned properties, known as akiya - by blending Scandinavian minimalism with Japanese design. His take on the ‘Japandi’ style has gained him over 1.5 million followers, capturing global attention for his creative reuse of forgotten spaces. His latest project in Tokyo’s Nakano district demonstrates the potential of upcycled materials and local craftsmanship to breathe new life into neglected properties. In a culture where demolition is often the go-to, Anton’s work is reshaping what’s possible for vacant spaces. For those of us in the UK, Anton’s approach reminds us that even the most neglected spaces can be revitalized- whether through innovative design or new ways of securing and utilizing vacant properties. If you could redesign any abandoned building, what would you turn it into? #Japandi #ScandanavianDesign #MinimalistDesign #InteriorDesign #Architecture #PropertyTransformation #SustainableDesign #CreativeReuse #RealEstateInnovation #VacantSpaces #Akiya #RealEstateNews #DesignNews #LiveinGuardians

How would you feel if 70% of the homes on your street were left empty for over six years? Whitmore Heath, once a vibrant community, faced a grim reality after HS2 bought and abandoned around 50 properties following the rail project’s cancellation. Up to 70% of homes have been left empty for over six years, attracting squatters who turned million-pound homes into cannabis farms. Police uncovered 182 marijuana plants in one raid, while residents reported religious cults breaking in and children living in unsafe conditions. Those who stayed in the area reported feeling “imprisoned in their own homes”,mouring the loss of community. One resident voiced their frustration “A £1.4 million property was taken over by squatters, which could have been avoided if it had been rented out.” Despite HS2 deploying security, the emotional, social and financial toll on the community persists. Whitmore Heath serves as a powerful reminder of the critical need to secure properties the moment they become vacant to prevent squatting, crime, and the decline of communities🔒 Sources: https://lnkd.in/eXX5kZRW https://lnkd.in/e4nSdrzf #Stafford #WhitmoreHeath #HS2 #SquattersRights #SquattingIssues #Squatters #PropertyLaw #CrimePrevention #RealEstateRisk #RealEstateNews #NeighbourhoodSafety