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‘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

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

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

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