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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‘The pink sofa was my starting point!’ says this first time buyer about her super-pretty new-build home
Adding pops of colour to a fresh white backdrop was the key to transforming this characterless new-build into a cosy colour-studded home
By Lisa Fazzani
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‘We’ve found our forever home’ says the lucky homeowner about this Grade II-listed farmhouse
Inviting family and friends to stay at her 15th-century country retreat is a rural dream come true for this happy homeowner
By Lisa Fazzani
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‘I’m the queen of upcycling!’ - this hands-on homeowner transformed her home in just a year
Brimming with ideas and ready for a challenge, see how one DIY savvy homeowner renovated her Victorian end-of-terrace home
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to organise kitchen cupboards – 24 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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Flea market finds saved the homeowner a fortune when doing up this Sussex cottage
Thrifty flea market finds and charity shop buys were the secret to transforming this terraced cottage in Sussex
By Lisa Fazzani
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28 Garden storage ideas – innovative solutions from mini-greenhouses to vintage boxes
Maximise every inch of your outdoor space whilst keeping everything neat and tidy with our garden storage ideas
By Lisa Fazzani
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This dated bungalow 'stuck in a timewarp' has been given a sophisticated glow-up
See how first-time buyers used their DIY skills to give this tired bungalow a high-end look
By Lisa Fazzani
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This bathroom makeover is a masterclass in creating a timeless high-end look
Knowing where to spend and where to save was the key to success with this luxe bathroom transformation
By Lisa Fazzani
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Reworking this kitchen layout has made the room spacious and sociable
Ditching wall units and a bulky peninsula was a recipe for success with this stunning kitchen makeover
By Lisa Fazzani
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Spacious, sociable and stylish - this small home has been completely transformed
Unfazed by the amount of work ahead of them, the owners of this Kent two-bed semi could see that it was full of potential
By Lisa Fazzani
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32 Alcove ideas to help you 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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How to make a small living room look bigger – tricks to stretch your space
Think big with easy ideas and visual trickery that will make a small living room feel miles bigger
By Lisa Fazzani
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This family home has been given a coastal vibe with bright and breezy colours
See how a budget-friendly makeover breathed new life into this tired seaside home in North Wales
By Lisa Fazzani
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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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This 1930s semi has been restored to its former glory with vintage finds
See how the artistic homeowner has created a welcoming space that’s full of personality
By Lisa Fazzani
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The tub takes centre stage in this glamorous bathroom makeover
This stunning bathroom transformation has taken the space from bland and boring to dark and opulent
By Lisa Fazzani
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This new-build has been given a colourful transformation just in time for Christmas
A blank canvas and free rein to decorate allowed the homeowners to get creative and put together a bright and bold space that’s the perfect party house
By Lisa Fazzani
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A layout rethink gave this cramped galley kitchen a spacious dreamy makeover
Re-thinking the cramped layout and moving units around has opened up the space and made this galley kitchen feel super spacious
By Lisa Fazzani
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Top tips on how to make a small kitchen look bigger
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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Clever design hacks have made this two-bedroom apartment feel miles more spacious
We learn how this unloved and neglected ex-rental property was transformed in less than a year
By Lisa Fazzani
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28 dining room storage ideas for a well-designed and functional dining space
Smart dining room storage ideas are crucial to keeping a busy space tidy and clutter-free
By Lisa Fazzani
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Living room sofa ideas - 18 ways to turn your sofa into something special
Whether you are buying new or updating an existing sofa make sure it is the star of the show in your living room
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bifold doors opened up new opportunities for this social kitchen space
Installing bifold doors and re-working the layout has given the homeowners a more accessible kitchen and a perfect family hub
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bedroom layout ideas - tips and tricks to make the most of every square inch
Create a better sense of flow in any bedroom layout by being savvy with your planning
By Lisa Fazzani