Home
Real Homes
Side-return extensions
An efficient use of redundant outside space, extending to the side is the mart way to gain the extra room you crave and transform the way you live
2 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
Spa-style bathrooms
Prioritise self-care and put pampering on your daily schedule by taking bathroom design inspo from your favourite spa
2 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
Light & bright
Rachel's main requirements for her kitchen extension were a window overlooking the garden and space to entertain. We reveal how she made her dream a reality
3 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
Colourful kitchens
Let your personality shine with a style that makes you smile from that morning cuppa to dinner time. Don't be shy, go for bold
2 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
In the zone
Using clever design and planting, Pauline has transformed a blank canvas into an elegant, contemporary garden complete with social spaces, a cutting patch and a pond
3 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
Heart of the home
Faced with three living spaces and a tiny kitchen, Jo and Chris have devised a clever, broken-plan layout where the kitchen takes centre stage
3 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
Pre-loved treasures
Deborah has filled her south London home with character without breaking the bank, thanks to her smart shopping know-how and eye for a bargain
3 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
A new leaf
Dani Sandels embraced her passion for botanics and natural textures in the renovation of her family home, resulting in a space that delights the eye at every turn
3 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
A learning experience
Steph and James honed their home-improvement skills as they updated their old house and overgrown garden with help from family and friends -
4 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
SAGE GREEN
A calm, tranquil and fresh hue, our colour guru, Amelia, shares why you can't go far wrong with this nearly neutral
1 min |
August 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
FOCUS ON Decking
Take your outside living spaces to the next level with new decking in traditional wood or contemporary composites
4 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
A GUIDE TO Picture windows
Create an impactful feature, maximise the views from your home, and boost natural light with large fixed glazing
4 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
SPRING palette
Katy and Ross's confident use of colour has brought freshness and charm to their new open-plan kitchen extension
3 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
PARTY ready
Charlotte and Andrew have cleverly linked their home and garden with a combination of raised decking, established planting and smart styling
3 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
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 min |
May 2023
Real Homes
BRIGHT & light
Kate and Thomas have opened up their home to create a bright kitchen-diner that's contemporary and practical
2 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
THE suite life
Emma and Martin took their time over the renovation of their master bedroom — but the stunning result was worth the hard work
1 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
Be kind home to your (AND TO YOURSELF)
Whether you're dreaming of a big reno or tackling an affordable update, Jennifer Morgan reveals how to carry on with confidence
5 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
PATTERN POWER
Shelley injected fun and vibrancy into her new build-home using bold wallpapers, pretty paint colours and upcycled furniture
3 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
MODERN country
Amy and Jamie's well-thought-out extension and renovation has added vital space to suit their blended family's needs
3 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
Raspberry
Squeeze more life and vivacity into your home with this fruity hue. Our colour guru Amelia shares why and how
2 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
EXPERT at work
An old worker's cottage became the perfect showcase for interior designer Ben to display all his skills, creating a plant-filled, colourful home for his family
3 min |
February 2023
Real Homes
EYE FOR design
Rosie and Innes extended outwards and upwards to create the bright, airy and sociable home of their dreams
3 min |