<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Case-studies ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/case-studies Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ A top-to-bottom renovation has turned this Edwardian house into a lovely family home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/top-to-bottom-renovation-edwardian-house-in-hove wHMVXmXviexq9PjvVAod6n Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A modern extension transformed this Grade II listed property into a stunning family home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/house-tours/modern-extension-transformed-grade-ii-listed-property XR74BE6gGtzn2r3GdT2N9L Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:09:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ From cramped galley kitchen to a sleek Scandi-style space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/brighton-victorian-home-contemporary-scandi-extension xJaXyvSah8suhQsBU8xuvR Sat, 15 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ ‘This is how we saved £25,000 on our extension — it never would have been affordable otherwise' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-we-saved-25000-pounds-on-our-extension-project RD6aECGty3rGrNowbCYG44 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:54:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'The gold kitchen island is the star of the show…our space is perfect for Christmas hosting now!' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/before-and-after-cream-galley-kitchen-to-glam-black-and-gold-space kBA2NnW3BjwhTeXq7oQfiT Sun, 22 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 Fri, 09 May 2025 12:16:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've set up a temporary kitchen during our renovation — these are the 3 appliances I've invested in to make cooking so much easier ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/temporary-kitchen-appliances F3btxi9Xxi56C3pyjHiYdE Sun, 22 Dec 2024 08:00:20 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ This artist's home is a masterclass in contemporary country design ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/green-contemporary-country-extension-design UFNYL9yHqE9JF2RvgRevKY Sun, 08 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We wanted to create a haven for our family that felt warm and inviting' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/georgian-vicarage-family-kitchen-diner-extension shSXFSVqhmb3YJQmd3qn2R Sat, 09 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ A garage playroom was completely transformed into vibrant yet calming ensuite bathroom ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/bathroom-renovation/garage-playroom-to-calming-ensuite-bathroom ggDE5g4SLhC2bnuRK2mX3U Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:46:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Cotswolds kitchen shows country chic at its best - here's how they got the look ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/this-cotswolds-kitchen-shows-country-chic-at-its-best i55PLhECCTLqe46ASoy8WC Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve spent 7 months building an extension and these are the 9 lessons I learnt ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/ive-built-an-extension-the-9-lessons-i-learnt 87wgFcgRorxvDS32vxkgrG Sun, 04 Aug 2024 08:00:04 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:54:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We wanted to recreate that boutique spa-style vibe' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/bathroom-renovation/green-spa-style-en-suite-loft-conversion 3ZTEPpGB3a7uRdfNPuzhw6 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ This tiny bathroom has been transformed into a relaxing retreat ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/bathroom-renovation/moroccan-inspired-tiny-bathroom-in-wales 88Ndk75JFSqwfMF2i7FQqR Sat, 01 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ This bungalow was 'a mishmash of styles' - now it's the winner in Ideal Home's reader home awards ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/ideal-home-reader-home-awards-winner-2023 c3gkWTc7fNFVHNfJe3ELfn Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:30:04 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:54:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ A botanical wallpaper was the starting point for this striking hallway makeover ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/room-makeovers/before-after-botanical-wallpaper-hallway-makeover W8xeo2xSGFZuE9jwpq2PTg Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Fri, 09 May 2025 12:18:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ ‘We had three walls and no ceiling – people on the bus could see into our house from the top deck!’ ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/bungalow-double-height-extension-transformation jMkeXmNRZjkgfuTg4rQsLH Sun, 11 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ This small bathroom renovation went from derelict to delightful ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/before-after-art-deco-bathroom-renovation-project Qsz82PZWsgRGPo2PY9Jn7F Mon, 08 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:54:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I just needed to have a black house' - This former pebble-dash house has been completely transformed ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/exterior/before-after-black-cladding-house-exterior F3ffFEs9MfFmGwTSc5Jk2K Mon, 01 May 2023 06:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:54:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ Reworking this kitchen layout has made the room spacious and sociable ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-renovation/kitchen-layout-spacious-makeover gzxoc2PbsUjJif4XYCnZVR Sun, 26 Feb 2023 16:00:38 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ The tub takes centre stage in this glamorous bathroom makeover ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/bathroom-renovation/glamorous-tub-bathroom-makeover QK7feqhsxQ82MQAVH4wdVW Sun, 08 Jan 2023 12:00:18 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how bespoke cladding on this smart extension provides the perfect finishing touch ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/transformations/arts-and-crafts-house-extension-bespoke-cladding-transformation d6unuf7ugSEmtkwHspQmxU Sat, 29 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ This dark, cramped bathroom has been transformed into a light, spa-like space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/bathroom-renovation/before-after-spa-like-bathroom-green-bathtub 86YGkHCE3UpXZrCS8FPBfR Sat, 24 Sep 2022 12:00:58 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ A couple save £30k on a dream open-plan living space with clever room swap hack ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-kitchen-room-swap-tip-makeover-265682 LRtvSvZ94EG7uMgUQmLHaH Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:31:03 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ Discover this unique barn conversion – a masterclass in modern rustic style ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-tours/unique-barn-conversion-modern-rustic-style-302231 sgngsbXhaAdfBucfUmqUSX Sun, 20 Feb 2022 06:09:32 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ This stunning Oxfordshire barn conversion is a masterclass in room zoning ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/meadowbank-oxfordshire-barn-conversion-287817 H8Qs6k4iYAZn7r2StNBFjU Thu, 30 Sep 2021 13:22:07 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ This downstairs loo was given a chic grey makeover for just £8 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-downstairs-grey-wall-panelling-bathroom-makeover-8-282600 w4E4PMm5FvXdKPNAeFXHwT Sun, 25 Jul 2021 07:34:57 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ This London church conversion is up for sale – and it's simply heavenly! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/unique-battersea-church-conversion-heavenly-home-280193 MCH7Sjg4B58uaZWUVPWhjK Sun, 18 Jul 2021 04:20:24 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ A dull kitchen was given a shaker-style transformation for £100 with a clever DIY hack ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-dull-kitchen-shaker-kitchen-makeover-hack-281938 VgSe4kMNDJLMFQir6j9jjj Sat, 17 Jul 2021 07:07:30 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley's new state-of-the-art kitchen is filled with stylish features ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/catherine-tyldesley-kitchen-280981 SNPkVLPPf7H6UPVkac44d8 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 06:18:06 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how a savvy Mum turned her beige bathroom into a Miami-inspired retreat for less than £350 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-miami-inspired-bathroom-makeover-276083 GQiBQYLrDboARNkoXBWNDc Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:44:56 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ This barn conversion in Derbyshire will reignite your 'escape to the country' fantasies ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/inside-barn-conversion-derbyshire-escape-to-the-country-276459 G7pyaC3vwBySAtkoYEQWPG Sat, 29 May 2021 10:29:57 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how this drab kitchen was given a brilliant blue makeover for just £300 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-copper-blue-kitchen-transformation-269256 wxa2jXCvPXjvuMoFY4MeQR Fri, 12 Mar 2021 09:15:59 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ Singer Kimberley Walsh shares bathroom makeover and we LOVE her tile choices ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/kimberley-walsh-bathroom-makeover-tiles-268003 G8Ch5j4gfLGwhDUj9fYBjG Wed, 03 Mar 2021 07:45:15 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ See how this small bathroom was transformed into a vintage haven with second hand finds ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/before-after-sanderson-fabric-inspired-vintage-bathroom-makeover-266137 PUbacomQou8F7vx3GVLFAS Sun, 21 Feb 2021 06:09:51 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ Stunning green kitchen makeover offers a traditional look with a trend-led twist ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-ideas/green-kitchen-makeover-terracotta-floor-tiles-263546 etNJnsW4ocSvNZaNPpvkbA Thu, 24 Dec 2020 12:28:10 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ Be inspired by this on-trend bathroom makeover that cost just £45! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/45-bathroom-makeover-255656 R4ufTLSiDaxjLMgBkFx7xW Mon, 28 Sep 2020 11:29:12 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and After: smart extension turns a narrow kitchen into a cool contemporary family space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/before-and-after-kitchen-extension-contemporary-family-space-253110 5sMgUptNektyQCLtkPLNER Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:16:16 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after: DIY fan inspires with her stencil painted kitchen tiles ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/stencil-painted-kitchen-tiles-248369 FGt676figBLgRGb8kMQ9XU Mon, 11 May 2020 09:29:07 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after: See how a narrow kitchen was transformed without an extension ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/before-after-dark-blue-kitchen-192235 NZMuBk7k2pAw7uk45bNXsc Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:54:22 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after: homeowners transform bland bathroom to chic retreat ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/bathroom-ideas/bland-bathroom-transformed-chic-retreat-167018 B7gH9aEbhrcnb5bDCpkzre Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:50:08 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ One savvy Mum transforms dated kitchen with DIY job – all for under £90! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/diy-transforms-dated-kitchen-for-under-90-243916 uiTRcmqFNt4vs2s9ArWeRU Tue, 25 Feb 2020 04:28:40 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ Love It or List It couple transform kitchen on a budget – thanks to Kirstie's bold ideas ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/love-it-or-list-it-kitchen-transformation-on-a-budget-242473 b8wBrhSD3pPXjuYfsj2iGE Thu, 30 Jan 2020 11:06:39 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ From an unloved garage to luxury bathroom – this is one DIY project you have to see ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/diy-garage-conversion-luxury-bathroom-235279 wcmcYr2B7bVcUJHojjPKgb Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:07:31 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ This incredible bathroom makeover cost less than £500 – a DIY job done right! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/diy-cheap-bathroom-remodel-cost-less-500-234146 xcaKQMWk3sjaoSZ5qsxkGU Mon, 16 Sep 2019 05:09:01 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after: this owner used her new-found love of colour to transform a bathroom ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/teal-blue-bathroom-makeover-231827 hzDrRrdfKk7p3AEsa4mdJi Sat, 03 Aug 2019 10:09:28 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after – from dated but spacious bathroom into classy retreat ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/monochrome-bathroom-makeover-231143 2ExsaTi6ZLdHkKzGaKdPRd Sun, 21 Jul 2019 06:49:02 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This former Victorian tramshed in North London has been converted into an amazing family home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/tramways-house-london-229212 kjuWNSvZ26f7rUzYoyt87H Sat, 15 Jun 2019 06:53:37 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ At home with Rylan – see his show-stopping kitchen makeover ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/news/rylan-clark-home-229099 hBFPy3ZxjmTVqN3cdUme2T Fri, 14 Jun 2019 09:29:35 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after: a derelict kitchen becomes a light and sociable space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/kitchen/kitchen-makeover-brick-island-grey-patterned-floor-white-units-215339 LY2ySxkuF5KrXFGKgsfn69 Mon, 20 May 2019 13:47:36 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ Before and after – from dated bathroom with built-in fish tank to luxe space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/bathroom/black-bathroom-makeover-with-patterned-floor-tiles-plants-and-roll-top-bath-221404 xkGHa4a7oYnjkvfmpXx6jS Mon, 20 May 2019 10:26:53 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:53:00 +0000