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garden notes

GARDEN EXPERT SARAH RAVEN EXPLAINS THE BEST WAYS TO GROW FORCED BULBS NOW, IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS

DIFFERENT outlook

GETTING ON THEIR BIKES AND PUTTING NOTES THROUGH DOORS FINALLY BAGGED ALISON AND RUSS GEORGE A BEACHSIDE BUNGALOW THEY COULD TURN INTO THEIR DREAM HOME

Weekend decorator

CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS... WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW

SCANDI joy

IN THE ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE, SUE CALDWELL’S DREAM NEW-BUILD HOME IS AN ARCHITECTURAL OASIS WHERE SCANDINAVIAN STYLE TAKES CENTRE STAGE

Teenager's room

THESE SIMPLE DESIGN INGREDIENTS WILL HELP YOU CREATE A COOL BEDROOM FOR YOUR TEEN THAT'S PERFECT FOR BOTH CHILLING AND STUDYING

EXTENSION PROJECT - Sun room

KIERAN GAFFNEY OF KONISHI GAFFNEY ARCHITECTS REWORKED THIS DATED BUNGALOW TO BRING IN LIGHT AND CELEBRATE ITS OUTDOOR SPACE

hometruths

TAMZIN OUTHWAITE GETS UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH HER HOME

happy home

NEUTRALS WILL ALWAYS BE MY GO-TO, SAYS HEATHER YOUNG

For a cleaner interior aesthetic, start with storage

PINTEREST'S HEAD OF HOME MATT SIBERRY EXPLAINS THE TOP TRENDS TO HELP YOU MASTER THE ART OF ORGANISATION

Entrance

CREATE THAT ALL-IMPORTANT FIRST IMPRESSION WITH HELP FROM OUR EXPERTS

LESS IS more

PIRKKO AND PASI ALANEN’S CAREFULLY CURATED HOME HAS A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING, PROVING MINIMALISM IS NOT INCOMPATIBLE WITH FAMILY LIFE

Forgotten female artists.

Florence Evans tells us about her passion for bringing forgotten women artists to light, and the great joy in discovering hidden gems

Reach for the stars

As the sale of the Freddie Mercury collection takes centre stage at Sotheby's London this August and September, Caroline Wheater unpacks the rocketing phenomenon of the celebrity auction, where bidders buy into the lives of the rich and famous

A Place of Many Parts

Nick and Zoe Bullen both work in television production and their home, furnished with inherited pieces and finds gathered on their travels, reflects their storytelling skills

Irresistible ikat

The intricate dyeing technique of ikat has changed little since its nascence and the fabrics remain much admired, says Celia Rufey

The art of HOMEMAKING

Kathy Crisp and Russell Sherry have used their Sussex home to express their creativity, as well as their love of art and antiques, while staying true to the building's original features

Bold type

Textile designer Zoe Davis and her husband James have transformed their Grade II-listed farmhouse with vibrant hues and vintage finds

Home from HOME

Angela and Dr Geoff Kemp's beautifully eclectic New Zealand villa has been reimagined as a corner of England with colour, pattern, antiques and a few treasures from home

HEIRLOOMS OF THE FUTURE NDIDI EKUBIA

Exquisite silver vessels grace the shelves of museums and beautiful homes around the world - and now they're attracting a new generation of collectors, discovers Rosanna Morris

SETTING THE SCENES

Period-drama season is upon us, and as viewers are transported by the sumptuous costumes and award-winning performances, we sneak beyond the sets to discover the hectic realm of sourcing antique props for TV and film

BOXES OF DELIGHTS

A habit once beloved by all tranches of society, snuff taking sparked a fashion for elaborately crafted boxes to house the tobacco, opening up a rich collecting field

"We've Given It Our Own Stamp!"

Painting over acres of wood in her beloved black was key to Keelie turning an unloved barn conversion into a welcoming home

'French style is my dream look'

For first-time homeowner Esther, this Victorian terrace house has given her the chance to indulge her love of Parisian chic

SMARTER shopper

From adoption to training costs, our guide will help you prepare for your wonderful pet-parent adventure

Two different tastes, one beautiful kitchen

Lily and Daniel found a way to have the kitchen that they both dreamed of, thanks to Wren

'It's now a space where we can truly relax and unwind'

From ambient lighting to soothing colours and luxurious bedding, Laurie Davidson has optimised every detail of her new bedroom for a good night's sleep

In your garden THIS MONTH

Put extra energy into caring for plants and wildlife throughout August, and your garden will reap the rewards

'Filling every room with bright décor brings me joy'

Interior designer Aurélien Farjon brought a dated-looking period home back to life with a daring palette of rich jewel tones, lots of creative upcycles, and eclectic styling

FOCUS ON Credit card know-how

Whether using your credit card at home or overseas, here's how to make it work for you

'We restored period features and added our own twist

Stacey Hawkes brought a tired bedroom back to life by reinstating the original features, and elevating the look with luxe bedding and statement wallpaper