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‘We wanted a FRESH FEEL!'
Extending a cramped bathroom to fit in a separate shower inspired Jules to let loose with colour and pattern
Try a speedy STYLE UPDATE
Have fun with these simple but creative ideas that’ll ring the changes in your home without turning into a full room redo
‘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
THE STYLE BOOK
NATURE TRAIL - Take inspiration from outside with lush shades, organic finds and botanical prints
Try a speedy STYLE UPDATE
Have fun with these simple but creative ideas that’ll ring the changes in your home without turning into a full room redo
Make a wooden PALLET PLANTER
Author Camille Soulayrol shows us how to upcycle old wooden pallets
'We painted our TIRED CABINETS'
Ellie and Mark made some savvy design decisions to create a fresh, new kitchen with a modern industrial vibe, on a tight budget
How to lay a TILED FLOOR
A ceramic tile floor is a practical yet personality-filled choice for busy family spaces. Here’s how to get it right…
'It's got relaxing COASTAL CHARM'
Idyllic seaside summer holidays inspired Stacey and Guy to buy a pretty Cornish cottage and give it a fresh and timeless seaside-themed look
Tessa's Choice: A Shaped Bathtub
No room for a standard-size bath? Go for a stylish tub that’s shaped to fit
'We Updated Thirties Style'
When Tessa finally redesigned her bathroom, she sought out modern alternatives for the Thirties decor
'From Frumpy To Chic Scandi'
A soothing colour palette, on-trend pieces of furniture, clever buys and country views make Charlotte’s modern home a relaxing place to be at this time of year
'I Love All The Leafy Tones'
Choosing a neutral kitchen enabled Jane Vincent to create a jungle feel with a dramatic wallpaper mural and deep green tiles
'DIY Was Our Money-Saver'
Natasha and Gary used their DIY skills to revitalise their home, giving it a new, easy-living layout and a timeless, budget-friendly makeover
Get Smart To Online Scams
Here’s all the advice you need to stay one step ahead of the bad guys and keep your online accounts safe from fraudsters’
How To Bleed Your Radiators
Get your heating working efficiently to keep your home toasty while saving money on energy bills
We Revamped The Sixties Decor
Tracy gave her small cottage bathroom a fab new look and traditional feel with chic styling and clever buys
Try A Speedy-Style Update
Have fun with these simple but creative ideas that’ll ring the changes in your home without turning into a full redo
The Kitchen Is Unrecognisable
Frankie Jackson used her creative flair and love of one particular colour to give her crumbling old kitchen a new lease of life
Plant A Screen Of Climbers
Our green-fingered guru, Craig Roman of Dobbies Garden Centres, explains how
Our Home Has An Eclectic Look
Lucy, 37, spent a year renovating this 150 year-old farm cottage before giving it a quirky, modern edge.
Our location gamble Paid Off 100%
Jenny, 27, explains why she took a risk buying a property she’d fallen in love with in an area she didn’t know
It's My Dream Come True!
Beth, 45, had avivid dream about a dated and neglected house she’d viewed becoming her cosy family home, so she set about making it come true...
We Took On A Giant Project
Stacy overcame a catalogue of botch jobs to transform a house on her dream street into a modern family home.
Our Favourite Place Inspired Our Bathroom!
Chloe gave her dated bathroom a new lease of life with a simple, contemporary suite and wow-factor wallpaper
The Walls Are A Showstoppers
Claire brightened up her magnolia bedroom, using a vibrant, floral wallpaper as her starting point.
Clean Your Oven & Hob
Rid your cooker of Christmas cooking residue and get it sparkling.