Caroline Keenan
My small but perfectly formed home is my retreat and I’d describe my style as relaxed – I love vintage fabrics and mid-century furniture. I feel inspired by the beautiful interiors I see here every day, and enjoy sharing a love of all things home.
Latest articles by Caroline Keenan
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Far from the Madding Crowd: Bloxworth House from the 1960s film could be yours for £4m
One lucky buyer will be able to fulfil that 'far from the madding crowd' country dream when they snap up the beautiful Dorset house used in the film adaption of Thomas Hardy's novel
By Caroline Keenan
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The Hipsters have done it again! Here's the latest pop-up concept... a Fox Cafe in London
You won't believe what London's newest animal café has got in store... foxes! And we're so delighted by this news that we've gone shopping for the latest foxy homeware
By Caroline Keenan
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Sleep talkin' Brits: new survey reveals what happens once the lights go out (clue – turns out a good night’s sleep is the last thing on our minds!)
As a nation, we’re so busy chatting, snoring, sleepwalking and raiding the fridge during our sleep, that it’s a wonder we get any kip at all…
By Caroline Keenan
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My home's better than your home: over half of us believe our property is more tastefully decorated than everyone else's
Do you have a strong sense of style when it comes to interiors? If you think your home is beautifully decorated, try asking the proud homeowners of Leeds and Chichester, who are upping the style stakes...
By Caroline Keenan
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Beach life: thousands rush to join waiting list for beach huts in exclusive Sandbanks in Dorset
Local council website crashes after residents of Poole rush to add their name to a waiting list to rent a Sandbanks beach hut
By Caroline Keenan
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The gloves are off! At least they are when it comes to those dreaded cleaning chores
Research reveals that Brits are reluctant to pop on a pair of gloves when doing the household chores - even when it comes to cleaning the loo. Yuck
By Caroline Keenan
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How to decorate with green - 10 of the best ideas
From fresh lime to deep emeralds, we show you how to decorate with beautiful shades of calming green.
By Caroline Keenan
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Black and white flooring ideas - 10 of the best
Create a bold and striking backdrop to any room with black and white flooring
By Caroline Keenan
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Buy buy buy! Owning a property is cheaper than renting in 90% of UK towns with York leading the way
Dream of taking your first step on to the property ladder? You could be surprised by new research from Zoopla.co.uk that suggests it sometimes works out cheaper to buy your home than rent… (so long as you don't live in Swansea!)
By Caroline Keenan
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How to make a pocketed wall organiser
Make a smart wall-hung wall organiser following Country Homes and Interiors’ simple instructions
By Caroline Keenan
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Dine off at the dinner table: how Downton Abbey has inspired a new breed of competitive cooks
A new guide on how to be the perfect hostess includes advice from Debrett's that will help make your next dinner party a night to remember...
By Caroline Keenan
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Want a better work-life balance (and to go to work in your pyjamas)? Join the 2.5m who work from home
Forget the daily commute, office hubbub and rush-hour crush - small-business owners are leading the way with 52% working from home
By Caroline Keenan
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Step inside this 18th-century country house in Oxfordshire
Country Homes and Interiors takes a tour around this beautiful 18th-century country home. For more house tours and decorating ideas, go to housetohome.co.uk
By Caroline Keenan
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Take a tour around this cosy country home in Yorkshire
Country Homes & Interiors peeps into this characterful modern country home in Yorkshire. For more house tours and decorating inspiration, go to housetohome.co.uk
By Caroline Keenan
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Country Christmas table ideas - 20 of the best
Deck your table in true festive style with these top 10 Christmas decorating ideas from Country Homes and Interiors. For more decorating ideas and inspiration go to housetohome.co.uk
By Caroline Keenan
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Step inside this modern country house in Suffolk
Step inside this modern country house in Suffolk, chosen by Country Homes and Interiors. For more house tours and decorating ideas, go to housetohome.co.uk
By Caroline Keenan
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Space oddity: we may have small homes, but Brits dream big with Jacuzzis, fish tanks and mini bars topping our interior wish lists
A new survey shows that we all want more space in our homes – and if we had room we’d squeeze in walk-in wardrobes and tropical fish tanks
By Caroline Keenan
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Want to buy your second home? You'll have to wait until you're 42
We've all read about the challenges facing today's first-time buyers, but those ready to trade up to their second property are waiting an average of 14 years...
By Caroline Keenan
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Love Mad Men and Pan Am? The swinging sixties voted most influential decade for interiors by ladies of a certain age...
It was the decade that brought us the mini skirt, bobbed hair and yes, the shag pile rug - our love affair with the 1960s looks set to continue as research by online retailer Isme reveals it's the most iconic decade yet when it comes to interiors
By Caroline Keenan
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Poundland founder cashes in on store's success with new online venture Poundshop. And you guessed it – everything's a quid!
While high street stores around it are failing, Poundland prospers, prompting founder Steve Smith to launch an ambitious online venture
By Caroline Keenan
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Take a tour around a period farmhouse in West Sussex
Step inside this period Sussex farmhouse with a vintage French-style interior. Chosen by Country Homes and Interiors. For more house tours and decorating ideas, go to housetohome.co.uk
By Caroline Keenan
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How to make fabric envelopes
These easy to sew fabric envelopes from Country Homes and Interiors make great storage bags for your craft corner
By Caroline Keenan
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Follow the flock! Celebrate all things woolly by heading to London's Southwark Cathedral for Wool Week 2014
Wool Week is a countrywide event which includes exhibitions, craft workshops and other inititatives
By Caroline Keenan
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Bungalow bliss? One in three Brits dream of owning a pint-sized property
Stairs - who needs 'em? According to a new survey, demand for bungalows is on the up among those of a certain age and a new crop of single storey homes could help ease the UK's housing crisis
By Caroline Keenan