Real homes
‘I wasn’t sure if the new layout would work – but this simple trick proved it would’
Christine Leech transformed an open-plan room into a warm, snug and inviting living space by adding a wall and a working fireplace
She gutted her kitchen and redecorated with a pared-back modern scheme – see the stunning transformation
Sarah Crawley’s renovated Edwardian townhouse is the essence of casual and sophisticated style, and full of ideas for the taking
‘We had zero experience of renovating and then we were knocking down walls!’
By opting for light colours and industrial touches Charlotte Knowles has given her first home a fresh new look
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Holidays at home – this couple’s living room decor is a reminder of their globetrotting adventures
Tessa Bird has kept the character of her period living room, but added plenty of personality with travel mementos and her love of nature
‘The leak was unfortunate, but it was the perfect excuse to redecorate our bedroom!’
Rachel decorated around existing pieces, which meant she could stretch the budget further to give her bedroom a fresh new look
‘Doing this one thing in every room made decorating decisions feel less overwhelming’
Maxine Hale combined her favourite design trends and style ideas to give her Edwardian family home in Plymouth a top-down makeover
Here’s why playing it safe with neutrals gave this homeowner colour confidence
When Kate Spiers bought her first home, she made the most of the property’s features to design her perfect interior
‘People tell me I’m brave with my interior choices – this is what I say’
Cassie Schifano used eye-catching colour and patterns to create her one-of-a-kind interior style
‘It was a TERRIBLE reason to revamp our bedroom!’ – From bad situation to luxe new look on a budget
A clever mix of recycled and high-street buys has given a damp and dreary bedroom a glam new look with minimal spending
She swapped London for the countryside – and transformed EVERYTHING in this neglected Victorian home
Creativity and a love of all things rustic helped Pauline Fox turn a jaded property into her own country idyll
Don’t be afraid of DIY! – ‘Doing it all myself was so satisfying – and so much cheaper too’
Tapping into new-found DIY skills helped Claire Williams add drama and character to her Edwardian home
With a new baby and business, she wanted her bathroom to feel like a serene hotel spa – here’s how she did it
Using a sophisticated colour palette and clever decorating ideas, Rachel Faber switched her characterless old bathroom into a relaxing spa
Their whole flat is only the width of a single-car garage, but these owners made it feel so much bigger
With clever storage solutions and streamlined furniture, Niamh O’Carroll has turned a dated garage conversion into a stunning bijou apartment
This homeowner wasn’t afraid to use wallpaper in her bathroom, and it looks FABULOUS
A new extension, bright wallpaper, pink units and colourful accessories have helped Keeley Wilson transform a tiny cloakroom into a glamorous shower room
It was a HUGE project and they’d never renovated before – but the transformation is a triumph
After being priced out of their ideal location, Faye and Dean Noble took a chance on a project property that, while not in their preferred area, had potential aplenty
‘We moved a window and maximised every inch of space to stretch our kitchen makeover budget’
Moving a window allowed Sarah Waterworth to re-design her kitchen-diner to make the best use of the space and let more light into the room
This homeowner ditched pastels and gave her nursery a Scandi‑style safari makeover
Jessica West created a unique nursery scheme that will grow with baby Jude, filled with finds from independent brands
No rent, no mortgage, just freedom: how 3 people escaped the rat race
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
Empty nest, total style overhaul! One bold decorating decision transformed this entire home – it’s stunning!
Trinkets collected from her travels and curated vintage treasures add character to Danielle Le Petit’s beautiful home
This city couple bought a crumbling farmhouse with no plumbing or heating – look at it now!
An old stone farmhouse and barn has become a cosy country home for Richard and Michaela Tinniswood
Every surface was stained with nicotine – now it’s the perfect indoor-outdoor room for summer
Deborah Yates has transformed a dingy and dated garden room into a versatile dual-purpose space, ideal for summer living
This couple moved their kitchen upstairs – here’s why it worked so well
Changing the layout and clever decorating ideas have transformed Shrez Ghelani’s once-unloved property into a stylish home
‘Holes had been stuffed with newspaper and painted over – we had to fix so many botched DIY jobs’
Vikki Savage spends her spare time doing-up her 1930s house, updating it with the hottest interior trends, clever upcycling projects and style-savvy ideas
‘My partner soon changed his mind when he discovered I’d only spent £133 to furnish our bedroom!’
An eclectic mix of second-hand and high street buys helped Sinead Gulless turn a lacklustre bedroom into a colourful, cosy and welcoming retreat
