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Should I convert my garage or build an extension?
I asked design experts about the pros and cons and how to tell which is better
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15 Open-plan kitchen ideas that inspire a spacious, inviting and practical cooking space
These beautiful open-plan kitchen ideas offer inspiration and tips on how to achieve this practical design in your home
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How to make your small living room look and feel bigger – these are the 20 tricks interior experts have been using for years
These are the top tricks interior pros always use to stretch a living space
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This is the difference between a carpet cleaner and a spot cleaner — because they’re not the same (and offer very different results!)
Experts reveal which one will suit you (and your carpets) best
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The rug shape and sofa style pairings interior experts use to instantly elevate a living room – it's a foolproof trick for a stylish room
What rug shape should you get based on the style of your sofa?
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What’s the cheapest way to build a granny flat?
I asked the experts for the best route for tight budgets
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6 stunning plants that will take you down memory lane - you'll be nostalgic in no time
There's something really special about these gorgeous flowers
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5 best colours for a dark bedroom with little natural light – these clever colour choices will more than make up for a lack of light
Who said you needed an abundance of natural light for a beautiful bedroom?
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Does your kitchen colour fit its era? These are the expert-approved shades that will complement the period of your property
Do you know which colour works best for each time period?
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Shower enclosures vs wetrooms – experts break down the differences, including which is the most luxurious option for your home
How to choose the best fit for you
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'We feel in love with the house and were mad enough to take it on!'
A dark, drab and damp medieval manor was nothing like the new build one couple was planning, but they fell for its charms and set about restoring it
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Design experts warn to avoid this undertone when choosing a colour for a north-facing kitchen
A simple switch can make a huge difference
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Combining the elegance of a period property with the modern convenience of a contemporary family home
See how this couple has updated their elegant Victorian property, making it a modern family home full of classic touches
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Garden shade ideas – 17 smart ways to provide shelter on hot summer days
Parasols, pergolas and more
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I'm a kitchen editor and these are the 3 unexpected colours to use in a kitchen that are secretly stylish
They might not be obvious choices, but they bring the wow factor
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I had to make one huge compromise when having air con installed at home, but this is why I think it's so worth it
You'll need to strike a balance, if you want air con in your home
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20 container garden ideas that use pots and planters in creative ways to make the most of large and small gardens
Whether you have a tiny balcony or a sizable plot, these container garden ideas will fill your garden with colour, fragrance and life
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Small living room TV ideas – 15 pro tips on how to fit a screen into your compact lounge without it dominating the space
This is how to avoid impractical placing or overwhelming your small living space with a TV screen
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How to convert your garage from a dumping ground into valuable living space
Achieve the ultimate garage glow-up by turning it into a room
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Trust me, these Habitat glasses are going to sell out fast – they're the perfect retro trend for outdoor dining
You can get a set of four for just £12
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21 clever shared bedroom ideas that ensure your kids’ space is divided fairly and reflects both personalities
How to arrange and decorate your children’s shared room so that they feel comfortable in the space
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How this 1930s London house was reimagined for modern living – and became an urban oasis
The flat-roof Bauhaus property is a cool design classic
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How to add colour to an all-white kitchen – from earthy tones to bold brights
As beautiful as they are, white schemes can be stark, here's how to add colour to an all-white kitchen
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What's the difference between an annexe and extension?
This is how the two options for additional space compare
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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros - pick the perfect shade for large, small, dark and light spaces
The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...
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The 3 worst colours for a small living room – experts reveal which shades are going to make your compact lounge look even smaller and less inviting
Are you choosing a new colour scheme for your compact lounge? Then best avoid these 3 shades
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I've lived in several tiny London flats, and these are the 3 design tricks I used in every one of them to fake a bigger home
It's not about the space you have, but what you do with it
