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'The brown PVC was awful – and everywhere!' Discover the ONE change that completely transformed this dull sunroom
Leanne Baud pulled together a stylish look with second-hand steals, upcycled pieces and by rediscovering items she already owned

We lost out on 8 houses… then transformed the one nobody wanted into our dream home
Making their mark on an unloved former rental flat, Sophie and Joe have created a unique home with personalised art and an airy kitchen layout

We transformed our dark kitchen using just ONE colour – and it changed everything
Beckie’s budget kitchen makeover is proof that clever design tricks and a bit of imagination can transform a small space – with no compromises necessary
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From boring white box to bold, colourful home: how I decorated my rental without losing my deposit
Armed with a spray can and some sticky tape, Maisie Rees turned her and partner Matt’s uninspired rental into a home filled with colour

'How we created a fourth bedroom (without extending)'
With a little love and a lot of paint, Liz Levett turned a 1950s 3-bed into her family’s forever home

This Interior Design Masters contestant used the most ingenious IKEA hack in her own kitchen
Taking part in the new series of Interior Design Masters, Kate Hewitt is an expert at IKEA hacks. Here, she shares how she used them to transform her kitchen

“When we asked the vendor for the keys to our cottage he said, ‘What keys? There are no doors!’”
Haley Curran has fulfilled a childhood dream by moving into an idyllic cottage and is renovating it in phases to turn it into her perfect home

'Everyone's shocked my 'designer’ kitchen is from IKEA,' says interior designer, 'this is how I did it’
Adding an extension to her family home gave Claire the ideal opportunity to design a fresh new kitchen that showcases her love of all things antique

We tested Simba's summer bedlinen - which fabric worked best for hot sleepers?
We put Simba's new bedlinen to the test

How to transform a shed into a stylish home office or garden room
Can you convert a shed into a garden room? Of course you can, says Hayley Gilbert. Forget using your tired old shed simply as garden gear storage – transform it into a practical extra room instead

No windows and dated 1960s décor – here's how one couple transformed their dilapidated bathroom
Siobhan and Joe Burke combined a tiny bathroom and separate WC to create their perfect scheme inspired by mid-century design

'I turned my cheap kitchen into a high-end space with upcycling and designer dupes – here's how'
Claire Last transformed an ugly, dated kitchen using a thoughtful mix of revamped and recycled items, plus budget-friendly buys

The house was barely liveable, but she knew it was 'the one'. Now it’s bursting with colour and pattern
Laura Milligan transformed her dated end-of-terrace house into a much-loved home through a mix of colour, fabrics and patterns

'As a military family, we had to move house every two or three years – this is how we finally put down roots'
An enthusiastic photographer with a love of interior design, Jo Dickson’s eye for colour and detail is on show in every room

She refused to even view the house – then fell in love the moment she stepped inside
Despite rejecting this house on paper, Terian Tilston fell in love with it the second she stepped inside. Since then, she’s been turning it into a fun, vibrant family home

‘Dirty walls, a filthy bathroom, grubby carpets... I spent the first night here thinking, “What have we done?”
DIY hacks, upcycles and clever design ideas allowed Jen Jukes to transform an ugly, neglected house into a beautiful family home on a budget

These simple updates will make your bathroom feel brand new
Updating a worn-out bathroom needn’t cost the earth. Here are 10 quick and easy fixes that you can accomplish in a weekend

Affordable interior design trends for 2026: Brewers’ top decorating picks
In the mood for a spring decor refresh? Here are the interior design trends that you’ve been waiting for – and they couldn’t be easier to try!

4 quiet habits that hold the key to a better night's sleep

High-end look, low-cost paint: here’s how to make your home look luxe for less
Giving your home a polished finish doesn’t need to be costly. We’ll show you how to elevate the look of any room by finding your perfect shade

A place to call home
Here's how you can turn your outdoor space into a sanctuary for garden birds...

Mortgage-free and thriving: 3 real stories of financial freedom
From living on a narrowboat to pet-sitting full-time and exploring the UK in a converted van, we meet the people embracing alternative homes for a happier, more affordable life

Spring is coming! Let the light in with these five affordable blinds for an easy update
Shift a room's feel with ease

TV DIY expert Nick Knowles shares his top tips to save you £££s!
TV presenter Nick Knowles busts common household myths, from energy use to the tips and tricks passed down through generations
