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It Was A Huge Project, But We Love The Result

Sarah and Simon Bailey knocked through their awkwardly shaped kitchen and dining room, then extended out to create this big open-plan space

'We've Squeezed So Much Into This Small House'

Deenie Lee and Martin Thomas’ house might be short on space, but it’s full of clever storage and style ideas that stop this hectic family home looking cluttered

'We Built An Annexe For Our Kids To Live In'

Cheryl and Ciaran Maher transformed an old gardener’s hut in their back garden into chic accommodation for their grown-up children.

'I Like A Home To Have Depth And Character'

We moved into this house after outgrowing a two-bed terrace in another part of Leeds. We needed a place big enough for me to have a home office. The kitchen was small and the bathroom was accessed through a bedroom, but we loved the light and its peaceful location.

'I Like To Come Home To A Bit Of Calm'

She’s the woman behind Asda’s bold and colourful George Home range, but design manager Siân Kerrigan has come to love a more neutral decor in her own home.

We Did Neutrals The Modern Way

After moving into a house painted wall-to-wall yellow, the Martins were desperate for a calmer look, but without going down the magnolia route…

Simple, Scandi Style Is Ideal For Small Homes

Nathalie Udvary and AJ Shome made their newly developed flat feel spacious and calm with the same pared-back, joined-up look throughout.

How to Sleep Better

Do you struggle to driftoff, or wake up feeling sluggish? If you’re looking to get your nighttime routine on track, discover the tech that will help you get quality shut-eye, from apps to relax you to sleep wearables that will rouse you at the perfect moment.

Stefan's Choice: A Protected Property

Owning a piece of Britain’s history can be complicated if planning consent is involved. This is what you need to know…

Apricot & Frangipane Tart

It’s apricot season, so make this deliciously easy dessert while this luscious fruit is at its flavourful best

We used colour to make it ours

Ruth and Andy Preston found that adding contrasting colour was the quickest route to fixing bland decor

Art For Your Home

Meet Astrid Vos, a fashion illustrator showcasing her work as part of the Runway Gallery

We Painted It Black, But It Feels Bigger

Jess Hurrell turned to the dark side to transform a dated bathroom – complete with built-in fish tank – into an open, luxurious space

‘This Used To Be Our Dark, Dingy Basement'

The Roebucks opened up their neglected basement to create a lovely, bright kitchen-diner and living area

Sail Away In 2019…

If you’re one of the nearly two million Brits planning to take a cruise this year, take a look at these top picks…

‘We Bought Our Fantasy House On A Whim'

When serial Rightmove browser Firgas Esack saw her dream country house online – hundreds of miles away in Norfolk – she never imagined that she’d end up living in it…

‘We Extended The Full Width Of The House'

Family life nudged Amaresh and Neerali Joshi to enlarge and reorganise their new home’s living space

Cruise Germany's Christmas Markets

Discover the best of Germany’s magical Advent markets and get exclusive tips on special seasonal gifts, food and wine from the two expert guests on board your four-star ship

‘A New Layout Made It Feel Twice The Size'

The Isaacs repositioned their cabinets and put in a wall of glass to completely transform their dark, dated kitchen

We Feel Pampered Every Time We Use It!

With its pine-clad ceiling and flock wallpaper, Louise and Andy Chernick’s bathroom had a whiff of the Sixties about it, until they gave it some Victorian-style grandeur

Music Streaming Explained

Binge on beats by wirelessly streaming tunes throughout your home or straight to your phone. You can play your own collection, or sign up to a streaming service and get instant access to tracks you love, as well as discovering new favourites

‘We Brought A Crumbling Pile Of Stones Back To Life'

Saddened by the disintegration of the old stone farm building on their land, Nick and Caroline Welch decided to transform it into a small but snug holiday cottage

‘I Converted My Stable Into A Craft Studio'

When her passion started to take over the house, Gail Grant turned an outbuilding into her ideal escape from family life and her endless ‘to do’ list…

‘It's A Family Living Space As Much As A Kitchen'

Sarah Wood and Matt Williams embraced open-plan living when they knocked down walls to create a combined kitchen, dining and living room

‘We Revamped This Room On A Shoestring'

Gemma and Lewis Firman spent the bulk of their budget insulating their freezing-cold bathroom, so they had to spend the rest wisely

‘Country Cottages Can Be Glam, Too'

Rachel and Manuel Nogueira’s Cornwall home mixes laid-back, family-friendly practicality with some very grown-up luxury and polish

‘We Smartened Up A Standard Semi'

Christine and Tim blended their families, forming one household in a Victorian semi that proves busy homes can work hard and be elegant