In this issue

Retro Glam
The past is present in this edit of stylish furniture and accessories.

Fresh florals
Bring the outside into every room by decorating with a riot of bold blooms.

Family bathrooms
How to combine form and function in the hardest working room in the house..

BEST LAID plans

Georgina and Joe used their renovating skills to transform make-do rooms into the perfect home for their young family to grow up in

3 mins

THE STYLE file

With a background in fashion, Chloe couldn’t wait to shift her focus to interior design, creating plenty of colourful and budget-friendly ideas for her family home

3 mins

Greige

A blend of two classic neutrals creates a shade that's the perfect balance of cool and warm. Colour guru Amelia shares why we needed this new hue in our lives

2 mins

THE DESIGN CLINIC

Whether you’re torn on two paint colours or are debating whether to extend upwards or outwards, the Real Homes team is here to answer your questions

4 mins

DOWN TO business

Jessica and Matt's hands-on transformation of their flat resulted in a characterful home, and kick-started a new venture together

3 mins

INSPIRED by Paris

When it came to renovating their London flat, classic design and statement pieces were at the top of Lucy and Adrian’s lust list

3 mins

PARTY ready

Charlotte and Andrew have cleverly linked their home and garden with a combination of raised decking, established planting and smart styling

3 mins

10 steps to - Cutting the cost of your renovation

Revamping a living room, dining space or bedroom? Find out how to do it for less and get the most from your budget

5 mins

PROJECT OF THE MONTH - Glass-box extensions

This modern take on the traditional conservatory can create a visually striking, sleek and comfortable addition to your home

3 mins

SPRING palette

Katy and Ross's confident use of colour has brought freshness and charm to their new open-plan kitchen extension

3 mins

A GUIDE TO Picture windows

Create an impactful feature, maximise the views from your home, and boost natural light with large fixed glazing

4 mins

FOCUS ON Decking

Take your outside living spaces to the next level with new decking in traditional wood or contemporary composites

4 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.