Homes & Antiques
Bringing life to a rental
Jessica Adams's London flat is packed with personality, proving that renting doesn't have to mean sacrificing style. Here, she shares her tips on adding character...
2 min |
June 2025
Your Home
"The wallpaper sparked my botanical theme'
Spa-style luxury was top of Sharon Moore's wishlist when designing her jungle-inspired bathroom
3 min |
May 2025
Your Home
'The colours in my home inspire my artwork'
With a love of painting, Catherine Frost has created a colourful home that is the perfect backdrop for her artwork and prints
4 min |
May 2025
Your Home
'We've doubled the size of our family home'
Transforming this 1960s house was a massive project for Alison Bowler and her husband Simon, but the finished result is better than they could've imagined
3 min |
May 2025
Your Home
How to wallpaper a bathroom
Add colour and pattern to your walls, just like Sharon has done
3 min |
May 2025
Your Home
REVAMP REPAIR recycle
Take a humble photo frame and make it the focus of a gallery wall - queen of upcycling Annie Sloan shows us how...
1 min |
May 2025
Your Home
Fabric-padded LETTER
Try this easy, no-sew technique to recreate 3D alphabet wall art like Matt's
1 min |
May 2025
Your Home
'My Italian garden is a joy for the senses!"
Rustic paving, a weathered oak pergola and pastel planting with plenty of scents are the key elements in Eloise Macgarvey's stunning Med-inspired sanctuary
2 min |
May 2025
Your Home
In your garden THIS MONTH
The irrepressible energy of spring produces an explosion of colour this month, which should be enjoyed at leisure when the sun is out
2 min |
May 2025
Your Home
How to grow your own shade
Take your inspiration from Eloise's garden to create your very own shaded haven
2 min |
May 2025
Your Home
Summer ready in a weekend
Brighten your space for the new season with these quick and easy DIYs
5 min |
May 2025
Your Home
Fabric-covered PINBOARD
Update a plain noticeboard to create your own version of Alison's pretty and practical home office accessory
1 min |
May 2025
Your Home
'We designed this house to be safe and fun'
After getting the green light to adopt, Matt and Rich went about creating a home full of colourful paint effects and joyful touches, perfect for their two new additions
3 min |
May 2025
Your Home
Sail away with primary play
Turn your grown-up space into a place to channel your inner child, with a nautical twist on the primary play trend
1 min |
May 2025
Your Home
FIRE IT UP!
Get your grill on with these family-friendly BBQ dinners, perfect for sunny summer dining
8 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Above and beyond
Passed down the generations, this industrial reservoir building in Hereford eventually found a new life, thanks to the vision and dedication of a young family
5 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
HOW MUCH listic DOES A NEW STAIRCASE COST?
Whether you’re adding a brand-new staircase or looking to upgrade or relocate an existing one, get the lowdown on what to budget for your project
7 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
15 EXTENSION MISTAKES TO AVOID
Planning on extending? Follow our 15 invaluable tips to ensure your build progresses without delays, extra costs, or other major hitches
10 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Shaping up
After settling into their London townhouse, and in need of extra family space, one couple set to work creating a rear extension with a difference
4 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
How to plan a successful kitchen.extension
From coming up with a design to the best ways of configuring the space, this is what you should consider before starting your project
10+ min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN AN MVHR SYSTEM?
Good maintenance matters when it comes to keeping your mechanical ventilation heat recovery system functioning well. Our expert explains exactly what's involved
4 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Accessible garden design
Whether you're designing a garden from scratch, adapting an existing one or planning for the future, to make it usable for all, choosing the right materials and layout can make all the difference
3 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
How to remodel a Kitchen
Whether you're looking to improve the layout, increase your storage or give your space a brand-new look, these are the steps to follow to ensure you get the best results
9 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Side by side
A phased approach enabled Kate and Andy Stoddart to replace their modest single-storey bungalow with a larger contemporary house in a woodland glade
3 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Self-build for beginners - PLOT-BUYING PROCESS
From how long it takes to what paperwork you need to have in place, what should you expect when buying a piece of land to build on?
6 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
ASK THE EXPERTS
Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or home renovation project that you need answering? Why not drop us a line by emailing homebuilding@futurenet.com and your question could be answered by one of our magazine experts
6 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
HOW LONG DOES PLANNING PERMISSION LAST?
To ensure permission is in place prior to starting your build project, how long is it before you have to begin work? Make sure you know the rules to ensure you’re in line with the latest regulations
6 min |
May 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
GUIDE TO RENOVATING
Taking on a renovation doesn't necessarily mean you'll be free of the red tape often associated with a new build or extension. Here's what you need to know about the Building Regs...
7 min |
May 2025
25 Beautiful Homes
PLAY IT COOL
Calming tones are enriched by a wonderful edit of materials in this chic kitchen
2 min |
May 2025
25 Beautiful Homes
Kaleidoscope of COLOUR
Charlotte Woodwards used swathes of colour to turn a dark and dated house into a bright family abode packed with personality
2 min |