In this issue

Designer spotlight
The independent businesses crafting stunning wooden toys.

Dining tables
Christmas dinner will look great atop one of these designs.

Real home
Bright and contemporary festive touches bring Becky Jones’ home to life at Christmas.

Festive fancy

Aysha and Ali’s extended Edwardian home is a stylish backdrop to a sociable family Christmas

4 mins

WOODLAND WONDER

Bring a cosy log cabin feel to your Christmas decorating scheme with a peaceful, sustainable style that celebrates nature’s beauty

2 mins

REASON TO clebrate

Justin and Zunaid’s transformed home is ready for guests to enjoy its pared-back beauty

5 mins

CHRISTMAS in colour

Becky Jones brings her home to life at Christmas with lots of bright and contemporary decorative touches

3 mins

GUEST BEDROOMS WORTHY OF SUPERHOST STATUS

Ready to get your hosting hat back on in time for the festive season? Our guide will help get your guest bedroom in tip-top shape to welcome your nearest and dearest…

4 mins

HONOURING THE PAST

A carefully considered colour palette has allowed the original elegance of Emma and Adam Carr’s Edwardian house to shine through

4 mins

A new Christmas

As friends and family prepare to celebrate being together again, Jennifer Morgan asks which new traditions will be part of our ‘Christmas future’ – and which ones we’re leaving in the past…

5 mins

10 Steps to Stay Warm In Winter

Prepare to get snug – and save on energy bills – with effective ways to combat the cold in your home

5 mins

LET'S TALK… Handleless kitchens

Sleek, clean and fuss-free, handleless kitchens bring a streamlined and contemporary edge to your space. Here’s all you need to know

4 mins

A GUIDE TO Fires and stoves

Keep things toasty and add a touch of hygge to your space this autumn with the latest and best designs

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.