'Every room is now a riot of colour and pattern'

Seeing the potential to add artistic flair to a blank canvas, Tarah Ferguson and Scott Underwood made this house their own with daring prints and bold shades

'I love schemes brought to life with texture'

After the initial shock at the size of the renovation needed wore off, Lisa Rees got to work revamping her 1920s home, first tackling the issues and then making it her own

'We've got every detail exactly how we want it'

Having always wanted to live by the coast, Jessica Collins took on a project property in Hove and did a top-to-bottom overhaul, filling it with happy hues and clever design ideas

'A bargain bookcase hack made all the difference'

Wanting a bespoke look without the price tag, Salma and Stuart Chatto DlYed their own built-in cabinetry, giving their space a playful, individual feel

'We've made the most of every inch of space'

With a blended family of six, Laurie Hale has maximised every opportunity for storage in her compact home without sacrificing on style

'I'm obsessed with all things vintage and floral'

After extending to create a spacious forever home, Laura Turner went for a modern, budget-friendly take on the country look with pretty bloom prints and upcycled furniture

I'm getting braver with each room makeover'

After initially decorating quickly, Katherine Woodcock has enjoyed returning to each room to give her home a bold refresh as her design confidence has grown

A SPACE for all ages

Create an accessible yet stylish bathroom to suit your busy household, with the help of these practical design ideas that work for young and old

SHAKER style

Whether plain and simple or with a modern twist, there are plenty of ways to bring this timeless look into your kitchen

Reeded door handles

Give your wardrobe a Japandi update with curved, reeded handles, like Bee's

'Our DIY fitted storage is a game-changer'

Starting with a rich green and lilac palette, Bee Holmes transformed a bland bedroom into a cosy retreat, with everything hidden away in DIY built-in storage

20 UPDATES FOR UNDER 20

Feeling like you want a refresh, but the budget's looking slim? No problem! Here are our favourite ideas for a revamp, at pocket-friendly prices

Peach Fuzz

Bright, uplifting, and irresistibly juicy, Pantone's colour of 2024 will add a touch of sweetness to your schemes this year

Make my style: Mosaic tiled floor

Greet your guests in style, like Amy, with a mosaic hallway floor and add a house number in contrast black tiles for a bespoke look

DIY my style: Two-tone striped wall

Get the look of striped wallpaper with just a lick of paint, like Angela, by painting your own two-tone stripe design

'I created a playful look with a colourful palette'

A vibrant trio of pink, green and orange, with circus-themed stripes and a fox print, gave Angela Clarke's eldest child the lively, bright room she wanted

SPOTLIGHT ON Down to Earth

Start your spring on a serene note this year with a soft and homely scheme

FREEZER FAVOURITES

Feed the family for less with these thrifty, freezer-friendly recipes. Batch-cook them and you'll have easy midweek meals in minutes

I CAN DO IT & SO CAN YOU!

This month, 10 industry experts and influencers share the can do this’ moments that were a turning point in their DIY journeys

REVAMP REPAIR recycle

Give a standard bar stool, or any homewares with a woven cane detail, a handmade flourish with this sweet needlecraft idea

HOW TO ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME

From room refits to major builds and outdoor updates, these projects are fail-safe ways to boost your home’s asking price

Eclectic revamp: 'Our style is a blend of vintage and industrial'

Moody hues softened with pale pinks, bold patterns and quirky vintage pieces have given Bekki Gregory and Andrew Patterson's Victorian home an individual look

Fun forever home: 'This place is perfect for a kitchen disco!'

By reconfiguring the layout on both floors, Mary Howe has turned her 1930s home into a party house, where the spaces finally flow together seamlessly

'Filling every room with bright décor brings me joy'

Interior designer Aurélien Farjon brought a dated-looking period home back to life with a daring palette of rich jewel tones, lots of creative upcycles, and eclectic styling

In your garden THIS MONTH

Put extra energy into caring for plants and wildlife throughout August, and your garden will reap the rewards

'It's now a space where we can truly relax and unwind'

From ambient lighting to soothing colours and luxurious bedding, Laurie Davidson has optimised every detail of her new bedroom for a good night's sleep

'Mum and I loved creating this boho scheme together'

When her mum Julia decided to renovate the family home, 18-year-old Maya's bedroom had a much-needed overhaul to give it a new, laid-back look

'We restored period features and added our own twist

Stacey Hawkes brought a tired bedroom back to life by reinstating the original features, and elevating the look with luxe bedding and statement wallpaper

Two different tastes, one beautiful kitchen

Lily and Daniel found a way to have the kitchen that they both dreamed of, thanks to Wren

FOCUS ON Credit card know-how

Whether using your credit card at home or overseas, here's how to make it work for you