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Is a small kitchen with a utility better than an open plan kitchen? This is the ultimate layout for organisation
Which layout comes out on top?
By Holly Cockburn
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How to stop foxes digging up bulbs – 4 methods wildlife experts use to protect bulbs for a spring garden bursting with colour
Quite often, it's not your bulbs foxes are after...
By Kezia Reynolds
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‘They nod to the past but feel firmly of the present’ – John Lewis’ retro lounge and dining chairs champion the biggest furniture trend of the year
I was obsessed with these coordinating John Lewis lounge and dining chairs at the retailer’s preview – now they’re finally available
By Sara Hesikova
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A calming colour palette gives this Victorian house super-peaceful vibes
With its oh-so-soothing green and blue combo
By Sara Emslie
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This Victorian home is decorated in a kaleidoscope of patterns and colours
Heritage hues and period-appropriate wallpapers have revitalised this property's interiors
By Karen Darlow
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Zoe Ball's colourful kitchen island shows how easy it is to create a characterful cooking space - here's how she did it
Being brave with colour will reap huge rewards
By Holly Cockburn
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A strict colour palette and vintage finds have turned this semi-detached Edwardian house into an elegant family home
Sticking to a three-colour palette of green, pink and yellow and mixing in plenty of vintage furniture and art has created an authentic period feel
By Stephanie Smith
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Coastal style gets a cheerful update in this colourful cottage
Bright stripes and bold colour blocking make decorating fun
By Sara Emslie
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Dreams of living by the sea made this family decamp and create a beautiful pastel-coloured home
A bold move to the Dorset coast saw this family completely transform their dated 1980s house into their ideal home
By Marisha Taylor
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Packed with classic neutrals and pops of warming colour, this new build oozes country-style charm
With a keen eye and careful planning, you can give a country-style revamp to any space
By Marisha Taylor
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‘Our bathroom went from drab to fab – the new peach and blue colour scheme looks super-smart'
Discover how this home owner transformed a dull, outdated bathroom into a vibrant and stylish sanctuary
By Marisha Taylor