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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
Spa-style bathrooms
Prioritise self-care and put pampering on your daily schedule by taking bathroom design inspo from your favourite spa
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 -
SAGE GREEN
A calm, tranquil and fresh hue, our colour guru, Amelia, shares why you can't go far wrong with this nearly neutral
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
FOCUS ON Decking
Take your outside living spaces to the next level with new decking in traditional wood or contemporary composites
A GUIDE TO Picture windows
Create an impactful feature, maximise the views from your home, and boost natural light with large fixed glazing
SPRING palette
Katy and Ross's confident use of colour has brought freshness and charm to their new open-plan kitchen extension
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
PARTY ready
Charlotte and Andrew have cleverly linked their home and garden with a combination of raised decking, established planting and smart styling
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
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
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
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
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
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
BRIGHT & light
Kate and Thomas have opened up their home to create a bright kitchen-diner that's contemporary and practical
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
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
PATTERN POWER
Shelley injected fun and vibrancy into her new build-home using bold wallpapers, pretty paint colours and upcycled furniture
MODERN country
Amy and Jamie's well-thought-out extension and renovation has added vital space to suit their blended family's needs
Raspberry
Squeeze more life and vivacity into your home with this fruity hue. Our colour guru Amelia shares why and how
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
EYE FOR design
Rosie and Innes extended outwards and upwards to create the bright, airy and sociable home of their dreams