
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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8 budget-friendly ways to create privacy in a garden – with design tips from garden experts
Here are our favourites
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 of the best climbing plants with pink flowers – the prettiest climbers to trail over fences, walls and pergolas
Elevate your garden scheme with easy-to-grow climbing plants in an eye-catching shade of pink
By Lisa Fazzani
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How and when to fertilise peonies for bigger, brighter blooms, according to experts
Find out everything you need to know about fertilising peonies and how to boost their beautiful blooms for longer
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 perennials you can grow from seed – save money by sowing them now and bring colour to your garden year after year
Sow your own perennials now and you'll be rewarded with an abundance of blooms
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bedroom layout ideas – 15 top tips on arranging your space for good feng shui and functionality
Create a calm, stylish and well organised sleeping space with these expert-recommended tips and tricks
By Lisa Fazzani
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31 alcove ideas to utilise and make a stylish feature out of these little pockets of space
These are the best ways to stop neglecting your alcoves and instead highlight these beautiful architectural features
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to organise kitchen cupboards – 23 expert tricks to keep kitchen cabinets tidy
Space-savvy solutions and expert tricks that will get your kitchen cabinets in order
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to make a brown sofa work in your living room – easily style shades from taupe to chocolate
Brown sofa ideas for your living room – how to style this trending colour in your lounge for a stylish look
By Lisa Fazzani
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Outdoor wall decor ideas – 15 ways to give bare walls a new lease of life
Transform your garden walls with these tips and tricks
By Lisa Fazzani
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13 under stairs storage ideas – how to make the most of this often forgotten space and keep it organised
These are the best ways to use this neglected space to its full potential
By Lisa Fazzani
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Wardrobe storage ideas – 17 ways to keep your closet neat, organised and easily accessible
Organising pros advise how to prevent your closet becoming messy and cluttered
By Lisa Fazzani
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Outdoor heating ideas – 12 ways to make the most of your garden this autumn, no matter the temperature
Beat the chill in the air with these outdoor heating solutions
By Lisa Fazzani
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Living room feature wall ideas – 21 ways to create a standout focal point in your lounge
A feature wall is how you can anchor your living room and create a statement with a wow factor
By Lisa Fazzani
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9 Modern kitchen flooring ideas to create an on-trend cooking space
Put your flooring centre stage with bright ideas and bold options that are perfect for any modern kitchen
By Lisa Fazzani
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Home office layout ideas – 17 ways to help make your WFH days as comfortable and productive as possible
Experts share how to best lay out your home office and make it work for you, no matter how much space you have at your disposal
By Lisa Fazzani
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Patio ideas on a budget – 18 cost-effective ways to transform your outdoor space
Upcycling and styling inspiration
By Lisa Fazzani
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21 home office desk ideas for a stylish and functional WFH set-up
This is how to elevate your home office with the help of the right desk for you
By Lisa Fazzani
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14 Sleek shower storage ideas to keep your bathroom in tip top condition
Keep your bathroom looking neat and tidy with these chic but practical shower storage ideas
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