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I’ve been wasting energy through these 3 decor choices for years

It turns out each one has been costing me up to £250 a year

By Sarah Handley

The conundrum of decorating a teenage boy’s bedroom – how I created a space that feels stylish, cool and practical

For me, the key has always been creating a space that can evolve

By Hannah Carvell

These are the 7 garden furniture trends that you’re going to see in the most stylish outdoor spaces this summer

If you’re shopping for outdoor furniture this year, read this first

By Sara Hesikova

I tried IKEA's £39 all-in-one pan side by side with the Instagram-famous £125 Always Pan – for me, there was a clear winner

Is the extra expense worth it?

By Molly Cleary

I switched to a smart kettle to avoid wasting energy six months ago

This is how much I actually saved

By Rachel Wait

Is it ever a good idea to use a conservatory as an extra bedroom?

Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers

By Natasha Brinsmead

The 6 bedroom ‘sleep thieves’ experts say are ruining your sleep – and how to fix them for a better night’s rest

Are these design decisions disturbing your sleep?

By Amy Lockwood

If your rosemary plant has gone woody and patchy, garden experts say this is exactly what you need to do

Get it in shape for summer

By Kayleigh Dray

Micro kitchen islands are the savvy kitchen storage idea I'm backing in 2026 as a Kitchen Editor

Bigger doesn't mean better

By Holly Cockburn

I was outraged to find out candle jars can no longer be recycled – but to counteract the new rules, I’m shopping for refillable candles instead

Where to buy refillable candles if you’re worried about not being able to recycle candle jars anymore

By Sara Hesikova

Renovation regrets – what went right, what went wrong and what we’d never do again

Paint, plans and plenty of problems

By Lucy Kalice

These are the flowering plants to grow for privacy that will provide a natural screen full of colour

Transform an overlooked garden into a private retreat

By Kayleigh Dray

Garden decking ideas – 28 ways to design and enhance a decked space for summer hosting

Give your outdoor living space an upgrade

By Tamara Kelly

5 things that people with healthy air quality always have in their homes – keep nasty pollutants out of the house

The pollutant-busters you need for a healthy home

By Lauren Bradbury

What I’ve learned on my hunt for the perfect kitchen worktop – it's not just a design choice, it’s a long-term investment in how your kitchen functions

Kitchen chronicles part five – how I chose the perfect worktop for my space

By Natalie Jahangiry

Sit your best – discover the science of comfort when working from home

Sponsor Content Created With Herman Miller

Learn more about chairs designed around people, not just desks

By Ideal Home

Create Your Dream Kitchen

Make your wishlist kitchen a reality with stylish and practical advice from designers

By Holly Cockburn

Chintz is making a comeback, but not as you know it – this is how to give the vintage trend a modern refresh

Trends come and go, but here's how to give this look a timeless appeal

By Charlotte Boyd

I'm a kitchen editor who scours the shops every day – this is everything I would buy from the Dunelm spring sale to update my kitchen on a budget

Everything you need for a new season refresh

By Holly Cockburn

Where to buy garden lounge sets for relaxing outside in style – these are my 8 favourite places to shop, from budget to luxury

This is where to get stylish and comfortable outdoor lounge sets, and most of them are currently on sale

By Sara Hesikova

I hate cleaning! I've realised I'd rather clean in regular small doses than do a full house deep clean and these are my must-have products that help

How I keep on top of keeping my house clean

By Leah Hodson

Why I had to pay three times as much as I wanted to replace the windows in my home

But it turns out it was the right decision

By Amy Reeves

I’ve developed a very simple system to edit out the stuff in my home – why a cardboard box is my secret weapon to a clutter free and orderly home

It’s straight forward, effective and takes very little time

By Amanda Jones

Renovating in 2026? Why a heat pump should be on your checklist

Sponsored by E.ON Next

Get your heating right from day one

By Ideal Home