Lisa Fazzani
Lisa is Deputy Editor of Style at Home magazine and regularly contributes to idealhome.co.uk. She has written about interiors for more than 25 years and has worked on all the major homes titles, primarily Ideal Home, but also including Homes & Gardens, Country Homes & Interiors and Woman & Home. She’s written about pretty much every area of the home, from shopping and decorating, crafts and DIY to real home transformations and kitchen and bathroom makeovers. Homes and interiors have always been a passion and she never tires of nosying around gorgeous homes, whether on TV, online, in print or in person, as well as being a serial shopper/bargain hunter.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place?
My garden, especially over the summer months, when I like to sit out with a coffee when it’s early and quiet and take it all in. I’ve only gotten into gardening in recent years, so it’s all been a bit hit and miss so far, but it’s lovely when you see things you’ve planted coming into bloom and when the beds start to fill out with colour over the summer months.
What’s your home addiction?
Aside from buying plants, which I can’t resist, I do love white ceramics. It can be vases, planters, candle jars, plates, cups, saucers, whatever…and in all different shapes, sizes, textures and patterns…I’ve got a couple of shelves-full. I think a collection always looks good displayed en-masse and white is a timeless classic.
What is your next home project?
I’m planning to rip out my old shed and replace it with a summer house at the end of the garden with a decked area in front. I might also add a pergola so that we’ve got a shady area to escape to. And a side extension is also on my wish list…all the plans and ideas are there in my head, I just need to find the time (and cash) to put it all into action.
Latest articles by Lisa Fazzani
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11 covered outdoor kitchen ideas for sheltered cooking and dining
Enjoy your outdoor kitchen all year round
By Lisa Fazzani
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Top tips on how to make a small kitchen look bigger - colour and design advice approved by experts
If you’re looking for tips on how to make a small kitchen look bigger, try these clever design ideas to create the illusion of more space
By Lisa Fazzani
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15 small living room TV ideas – how to fit a screen into a tiny space without overwhelming it
The best ways to fit a screen into layouts lacking space as recommended by interior experts
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to arrange furniture in a small living room – 15 tips for maximising your living space and avoiding a cramped look
This is how interior experts make the most of a small living room's layout
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bright and inspiring bathroom paint ideas to inspire any wash space
A change of colour can do wonders and won’t cost a fortune, as these inspiring ideas prove
By Lisa Fazzani
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Small living room fireplace ideas – 16 ways to make this traditional home feature look modern and work for your tight space
Whether you want to make it a focal point or blend it in with the room, this is what you can do with your fireplace in a small living room
By Lisa Fazzani
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Pergola ideas - 14 gorgeous garden structures to add style and shade
Enjoy your outdoor space for longer with these garden pergola ideas that will create a stunning outdoor focal point
By Lisa Fazzani
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30 alcove ideas to transform an awkward space into a standout feature
Maximise your living space by turning tricky alcoves into statement focal points
By Lisa Fazzani
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Modern bathroom ideas - 13 ways to create a contemporary scheme
Inject contemporary style into your bathroom with these on-trend tile, colour and design tips
By Lisa Fazzani
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13 easy ways to fit a shower into a small bathroom without skimping on style
En-suite, wet room or small bathroom, lack of space isn’t an issue with these neat space-saving shower ideas
By Lisa Fazzani
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This interiors stylist gave her home office a fun Western-style transformation
Inspired by her travels, interiors stylist Laurie Davidson gave her home office a fun Western-style update
By Lisa Fazzani
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Homeowner saved £1000s on this modern country-style kitchen after getting handy with a paintbrush
Re-painting a drab kitchen and adding rustic timber worktops has totally transformed the space and saved this homeowner £1000s
By Lisa Fazzani
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Keep your washroom clutter-free with these clever bathroom storage ideas
Create a space to relax in with these bathroom storage ideas that keep clutter hidden from plain sight
By Lisa Fazzani
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This elegantly decorated home makes the perfect setting for cosy Christmas gatherings
A relaxed, neutral colour scheme makes a stylish setting for festive decorations and cosy Christmas get-togethers
By Lisa Fazzani
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35 easy DIY Christmas decor ideas for a more creative, affordable and personal festive season
Deck the halls with these cheap and cheerful homemade projects – and create special memories in the process
By Lisa Fazzani
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Alternative Christmas tree ideas that are just as festive as the real thing
From decorative branches to rustic ladders, these quirky alternative Christmas tree ideas will add a twist to a festive scheme
By Lisa Fazzani
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Small living room lighting ideas - simple ways to make a room feel more spacious
Find illuminating small living room lighting ideas that brighten a room and creat the illusion of space
By Lisa Fazzani
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15 teenage bedroom ideas to help you find a look you and your teen both love
Create a cool hangout with neat ideas and stylish decor that’ll please choosy teens and picky parents
By Lisa Fazzani
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‘We were determined to fit an island into our long, narrow kitchen'
Being savvy with the space has allowed these happy home owners to include a generously-sized island in their stunning kitchen makeover
By Lisa Fazzani
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20 living room feature wall ideas to make a statement in your lounge space
Make the most of a blank space with these clever and creative living room feature wall ideas
By Lisa Fazzani
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10 beige living room ideas prove that beige is anything but boring
Neutrals never go out of style – here's how to style up the shade for a fresh look
By Lisa Fazzani
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Home office layout ideas - easy ways to use your set up to boost productivity
Solve your WFH space issue with clever planning, tricks and easy updates
By Lisa Fazzani
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‘I’ve always wanted a pantry - so we came up with a clever way to squeeze one into our new kitchen’
This savvy homeowner ticked off all her must-haves with her stylish kitchen makeover
By Lisa Fazzani
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Window treatment ideas – 38 ways to dress with curtains, blinds and shutters
Add colour, pattern and privacy with these beautiful window treatment ideas to suit every room in the house
By Lisa Fazzani