‘The wallpaper COMPLETES IT'

Realising that new builds don’t have to remain neutral, Lucinda gave her family bathroom a character-filled, colourful makeover

‘It just feels so MUCH BIGGER!'

Reversing the layout and installing French doors to the garden has made Jade’s skinny kitchen feel light, bright and a lot more spacious

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‘Our new build changed MY LIFE'

Jessica discovered a knack for beautiful, budget-friendly interiors as she remodelled her blank new build into an inviting, glamorous home

Lucinda's choice: WALLPAPER IN THE BATHROOM

Make a pattern splash by papering a wall

‘I've created a HIDDEN GEM'

With a little flair and imagination Sarah turned an uninspiring city garden into a calm and secluded outdoor haven

‘I love using BOLD PATTERNS'

Channelling her love of mid-century modern design, Beth has created a home that’s full of personality and style

I'm letting our STYLE EVOLVE'

Renovating their semi-detached gave Chloe and Adam a blank canvas to create a family home that’s stylish and functional

Jade's choice: MARBLE-LOOK WORKTOPS

Get the luxe look of marble without breaking the bank or fretting over stains

Buy Lucinda's style…COLOUR POP

Vibrant shades and eye-catching accessories add standout appeal

Make Your Garden Light Work

Spend less time on maintenance and more time kicking back with these smart choices

‘New look for a NEW BEGINNING'

Simple design ideas, bold touches and vintage pieces gave Katy and Duncan’s period property a new lease of life

‘Colour wasn't ON THE CARDS'

Lydia was hooked on wall-to-wall greys, until deep, dramatic blues drew her out of her comfort zone

‘I just wanted a RELAXING ROOM'

A side extension decorated in harmony with the rest of Donna’s house has resulted in a comfortable family space

‘A mono scheme is SLEEK AND CHIC'

A smart combo of black and white wall and floor tiles has helped Sheelagh give period-style fittings a modern look in her family bathroom

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Welcome insects with a BUG HOTEL

Katie Middleton from BillyOh.com gives advice on how to make an insect hotel for your garden

Sheelagh's choice: A GRID-STYLE SCREEN

Love Sheelagh’s dramatic shower? Find out how to give your bathroom an edge

'We were smitten STRAIGHT AWAY'

Renovating a Grade II-listed cottage took time, effort and hasn’t been without its problems, but for Amanda and her family all the hard work has paid off

Donna's choice: A RANGE COOKER

Cast-iron ranges are built to last a lifetime, so if you can’t afford a new model, there’s a roaring trade in reconditioned models…

We've made it SUPER-HOMELY'

When work offered her the chance to relocate, Rebecca struck lucky, finding this old farmhouse in an idyllic location

‘Now, it's full of THRIFTY IDEAS'

Claire combined her passion for interior design and restored vintage furniture with flair and imagination to update her home on a tight budget

‘We styled up a BLANK CANVAS'

First-time buyer Kate has used her creativity to bring her characterless and dated house to life with pops of vibrant colour

‘It's our space TO HANG OUT'

Sarah got the layout of her kitchen-diner just right and on budget by choosing simple, streamlined cabinetry, neat furniture and quirky junk shop finds

‘We wanted a FRESH FEEL!'

Extending a cramped bathroom to fit in a separate shower inspired Jules to let loose with colour and pattern

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‘It's a tropical URBAN OASIS'

Resorting to drastic measures, Gina borrowed bedroom space to double the size of her bathroom, creating a longed-for retreat her whole family could enjoy

The work took AN ENTIRE YEAR!

By filling weekends and evenings with DIY, Hannah and Matt have been able to do the brunt of the renovation work themselves

‘It's calm yet STILL COLOURFUL'

Leoma has given her young daughter’s bedroom a futureproof makeover with a pretty pastel colour scheme.

We decided we are HERE TO STAY'

Lisa and Martin bought a spacious new-build because of a nearby school, only meaning to live there temporarily. Years later, they are still enjoying their minimal mono home