In this issue

Christmas trends
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FESTIVE fancy

With her passion for interiors stemming from all things Christmassy, Vikki Savage is enjoying creating a family home with future celebrations in mind

3 mins

CABIN IN the woods

Lara and Jeff transformed their bonus cabin into a cosy, Scandistyle retreat that comes into its own at Christmas time

3 mins

Navy blue

Strong and powerful yet soothing and understated, navy is a cocooning shade that works with any scheme. Our colour guru, Amelia, shares why and how to make it work

2 mins

CHRISTMAS in colour

Emily added vibrant bursts of colour into her new-build home, and completed the look with a festive rainbow scheme that suits her style and personality

3 mins

GUEST BEDROOMS for a relaxing and inviting space

Ensure your overnight guests receive a warm and fuzzy welcome this Christmas by focusing on sleeping arrangements that will guarantee a great night's rest

5 mins

RURAL elegance

Polly and George transformed this former stone hay barn into a luxurious home that perfectly blends modern and rustic aesthetics

3 mins

How to conquer (AND ENJOY) Christmas

Can Christmas ever be stress-free? As we prepare to share the celebration with friends and family again, how do we cope with those traditional pressures alongside new ones for 2022, asks Jennifer Morgan?

6 mins

THE PERFECT blend

Carrie used her upcycling skills to mix modern and heritage styles and create a luxury bathroom for less

3 mins

10 Steps to Shopping Secondhand

Buying secondhand takes time, imagination, and a few risks, but not only is purchasing preloved better for our planet, it's great fun, too

5 mins

CALM & collected

Andrea Wilson mixed new with recycled to turn a tired, unused bedroom into a soothing sanctuary for her guests

3 mins

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Real Homes Magazine Description:

If you're planning to transform your home, the new-look Real Homes is the perfect magazine for you. It contains more amazing before and after pictures of readers' homes than ever before - providing all the inspiration you need for your own project. And whether you're hoping to build a kitchen extension, convert your loft or garage, or simply redecorate your living room, you'll also find the in-depth expert advice you need to make it a reality. Don't miss the all-new Q&A section, which allows you to get your home-improvement questions answered by industry experts –  from interior layout and design advice, to tips on budgeting and planning permission.