Real Homes
DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT
Support independent businesses and meet the creatives making waves in the interiors world. This month, we’re talking carefully-crafted ceramics to make everyday life that little bit more special
4 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
Holiday at home
Inspired by a trip to Marrakesh, Beth Golding turned her family’s shabby courtyard garden into a colourful sanctuary
4 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
Worth the wait
Kate and Craig's plans for a modest side extension morphed into a complete reconfiguration of the rear, inspired by a neighbour's new open-plan space
9 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
RENOVATION WORKSHOP: FIXING CREAKY FLOORBOARDS
Creaky floorboards can be a sign all is not well underfoot — as well as being downright irritating. Natasha Brinsmead offers a quick repair guide to solving this common problem
3 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
THREE into one
By knocking together a warren of disjointed rooms, Patsy and Al have created a new hub to their home without needing to extend
6 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Greener by design
Architectural designer Martin McCrae and architect Mhairi Grant took the meaning of ‘self-build’ literally and assumed the design, construction and interior fit-out of their contemporary Passivhaus on a DIY basis
7 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
Blue-sky thinking
A combination of careful planning and DIY prowess brought Sophia and Matthew’s extended home to life
7 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
What is a Lawful Development Certificate?
Planning consultant Simon Rix explains everything you need to know about Lawful Development Certificates and how to go about applying for one
4 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
Bold & bright
Renovating her first home gave Gemma the opportunity to properly explore her style and to create an eclectic look that's filled with fun and bursts of colour
6 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
New & improved
Choosing to add another storey and treating an unloved 1970s bungalow as a blank canvas has allowed Rob and Emma Pollard to transform the property into a contemporary light-filled home for their young family
6 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
Coral
Take your cue from the natural world and uplift your home with this mood-boosting, oceanic colour. Here’s how to make it work
3 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Masonry: 14 things to know
Opting for brick and block for the walls of your self-build or extension is a good choice for many reasons, not least cost and ease of finding a builder who can work with this ever-popular choice
9 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Walk-on terraces
If you’re short on outdoor space, you could consider turning your flat roof into a stylish terrace
2 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Into the Woods
Keen to up sticks and relocate to the countryside, Sarah Farrington traded in her west London home for a striking new self-build in Warwickshire
7 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
MATERIAL PRICES CONTINUE TO RISE
After the huge rise in the cost of materials during Covid there was hope that costs would plateau but prices are continuing to increase. Andy Stevens sheds light on what this means for you and your project
5 min |
July 2022
Homebuilding & Renovating
Far HORIZONS
Tim and Su Davison needed plenty of vision and determination to see through their project while working away at sea
5 min |
July 2022
Real Homes
10 steps to cutting the cost of a Reno
If the budget’s tight, follow our tips to make the most of it by wasting less and doing more
6 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
OPEN HOUSE
Samantha Todhunter has combined industrial elements, joyous textiles and tactile materials to turn a former cowshed into a welcoming space
4 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
ROOM TO GROW
For garden designer Ailsa Richards, it’s the outdoor space surrounding this pretty cottage that’s key to its décor inside
6 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
THE ART OF HOUSE PAINTING
BRUSH UP ON EXTERIOR DECORATING TECHNIQUES FOR AN AUTHENTIC FINISH AND LONG-LASTING RESULTS
4 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
Summertime TAKEAWAY
PACK AN OUTDOOR FEAST THAT'S FULL OF COLOUR AND FLAVOUR - PERFECT FOR A GARDEN PICNIC OR ELEGANT ALFRESCO ENTERTAINING
6 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
Let the SUNSHINE IN
REWORK AN EXISTING ROOM OR EXTENSION TO CREATE A LIGHT-FILLED SPACE THAT BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN INDOORS AND OUT
3 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
SCHOOL OF DESIGN
This former boarding school is an object lesson in how to turn a period property into a modern family home
6 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
ON REFLECTION...
A MIRROR IS A VALUABLE ADDITION TO ANY ROOM, BRINGING LIGHT AND CHARACTER IN EQUAL MEASURE
3 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
Country lifestyle RAISED BEDS
Maximise the growing potential in your garden by creating the perfect environment for plants and crops to flourish
2 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
LOW-EFFORT BORDERS
Facing garden overwhelm? Don’t despair – you can create inspiring, beautiful spaces with these expert ideas for easier-to-manage plots
4 min |
July 2022
Country Homes & Interiors
A life in ROSES
Petal by petal, fabric designer Christina Strutt of Cabbages & Roses shares the secret of her timeless style
3 min |
July 2022
25 Beautiful Homes
CALIFORNIA DREAMING
Designer Susie Novak reveals how she gave this hacienda-style home a refresh so it's the perfect blend of west coast casual and classic style
2 min |
July 2022
25 Beautiful Homes
Character piece
Lucy and Steven Cahill's new build looked lived in from day one because of the beauty of the materials used - from weathered oak to aged limestone
2 min |
July 2022
25 Beautiful Homes
ALL THINGS BRIGHT
After years of tweaks and touch-ups, Elisha Utley finally made her modern townhouse feel like home thanks to a bold use of colour
2 min |