Homes
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From shiny new build to a character-packed, country-style cottage
With a keen eye and careful planning, you can give a country-style revamp to any space
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This tiny Suffolk cottage is full of character and space-boosting tricks
How the owners made the most of every inch
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'Extending this 1920s property was a challenge, but we’ve nearly doubled its size'
Originally daunted by the amount of work this reno required, these home owners are thrilled with the results
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This former cider barn has been transformed into a stunning colour-drenched family home
And now the family is living the country dream
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Actress Danielle Bux found her perfect English bolthole in the Cotswolds
A quintessential thatched cottage in a Gloucestershire village is the ultimate country escape from the actress's hectic US lifestyle
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‘We wanted to keep the spirit of this 1930s house alive’
Taking on a period architect-designed property in need of plenty of loving care and a ton of modernisation didn’t phase this home owner one bit
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You would never know that this cool seaside house was once a pebbledash eyesore
It has been transformed inside and out
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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Discover how this home owner transformed a dull, outdated bathroom into a vibrant and stylish sanctuary
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This stylish and spacious four-bedroom house was once 'little more than a shack'
Now it's been extended upwards to become a fantastic family home
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This once cold and compact kitchen has been transformed into a bright open-plan space that works for the whole family
'We used to avoid spending time in the kitchen, now it's our favourite room'
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Feast your eyes on Ideal Home's Best Home 2024 winner
Once a neglected property, this house has been completely transformed into a stunning family home and the worthy winner of Best Home 2024 in our Reader Awards
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'I wanted to create a warm and colourful home for my family to enjoy and remember'
Vibrant wallpaper, texture and colour are at the heart of this stunning family home
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A new downstairs layout allowed this dated cottage to become a spacious home filled with rich pattern and texture
And now it's more stylish and welcoming than ever
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This stunning home sums up the modern-classic look with muted hues, limewashed pieces and vintage-style artwork
Take a tour of this elegant family home, renovated from top-to-toe by this homeowner to create a welcoming modern space that oozes style and charm
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Would you swap homes with your parents? This homeowner did, and gave her childhood home a full makeover
After buying her childhood home from her parents, see how this homeowner has put her own personal stamp on the place
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These homeowners took their time renovating this West Sussex Victorian property with stunning results
'We've adopted a relaxed approach, living in the house as we discover what changes we want to make'
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A smart reno turned this disjointed house into a dream home
The warren of rooms is now spacious and full of style
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Take a tour of this light and bright Scandi-style family kitchen, packed with smart storage and neat design features
This homeowner had a clear idea what she wanted from her kitchen with, Scandi -style white cabinets and wooden furniture top of her list
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This kitchen has been turned from dark and dated to romantic and cosy with a clever colour scheme and design tricks
Wall cabinets and dark worktops were holding this space back from its full potential
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With this thatched cottage 'all practical thinking went out the window, and my heart won!’'
An all-white French farmhouse scheme enhances the beautiful original features of this home
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'We swapped a beige, bland living room for a luxe, colourful look – and all on a budget of under £2,500'
See how these home owners transformed a tired living room into this warm and relaxing space
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‘We decorated by using colour to influence how we feel in each space.'
Check out this luxurious, well- thought-out family home, packed with stunning design features and striking artwork
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‘The cottage seems to embrace everything that’s quintessentially English'
This thatched stone cottage is the country dream for its lucky owner – and it's full of small-space solutions
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Opening up the side return has transformed this kitchen into a stylish place to entertain
A natural colour palette has added a sense of space to this serene kitchen
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This luxurious en suite is packed with charming rustic details including a bathtub that took 6 people to lift
Space was taken from a walk-in wardrobe to create this stunning bathroom with views of the surrounding countryside
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This all-white coastal house sparkles at Christmas – it has a perfect 'mix of modern and coastal elements'
This is how it's both calming and cosy all year round
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'Simple ideas often make the most impact' – this home demonstrates how less really can be more
This homeowner opted for simplicity when decorating her 400-year-old cottage for Christmas
