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From chocolate box cottages in the Cotswolds to super-sleek modern homes in the capital, we go behind the front door of houses up and down the country, and find out how the owners and renters created their dream homes, whatever their style and budget
Combining traditional units with a modern extension has been a delicate balance for this home owner
By Stephanie Smith
It's country cottage meets hotel chic
By Karen Darlow
Delicate shades allow the period features of this pretty home take centre stage
By Pippa Blenkinsop
An eye for savvy vintage sourcing combined with graphic design prowess has created an eclectic family home packed with quirkiness and sociable spaces
By Louise O'Bryan
A handful of big renovation risks paid off to create this stunning tiny home
By Ali Lovett
This sensory kitchen was designed with the needs of its neurodivergent owners in mind
By Andrea Childs
Classic style in a practical space was key to the design this family bathroom
By Ali Lovett
A bright and welcoming family space was created by merging a kitchen and dining room
By Sean O'Connell
Inspired by a beautiful seaside location and the St Ives sunlight, Paul and Helen created a bright and airy kitchen that is brimming with coastal charm
By Holly Reaney
What was intended as a temporary move became permanent when the owners fell for the charm of this 16th-century home
By Annabelle Grundy
Some smart secondhand buys have had a transformative power
By Laurie Davidson
It took 11 years, but this house has been turned into this families dream home at last
By Katie Sims
A small home packed with style and character
By Ali Lovett
Bringing this historic merchant's house back to life has uncovered its fascinating history
By Alice Roberton
You wouldn't know it was the same kitchen
By Laurie Davidson
Starting with a quick-fix makeover initially, this homeowner went all-out to create a statement home second time around
By Lisa Moses
Inspired by a local National Trust house and a hotel spa, this bathroom is a luxe take on arts and crafts style
By Karen Wilson
Forget the decor, this living room got a serious storage makeover
By Laurie Davidson
An earthy palette of soothing neutrals, wood tones and charcoal details – plus a few interior design tricks – has infused warmth and cosiness into this East London new build
By Jane Crittenden
Abi Adie has created a colourful home that's full of brave choices, playful decorating techniques and lots of personality
By Alison Gibb
How they added character to a contemporary space
By Katie Sims
A palette of natural shades and displays of fresh flowers create a tranquil country retreat
By Naomi Jones
These homeowners have brought personality back to their period home
By Lisa Moses
Clever reconfiguration and contemporary design transform an old agricultural building into a stylish family home
By Ali Lovett
Check out this kitchen refit that has breathed colour and life into a Victorian terrace
By Ali Lovett
Step inside this Cotswold home and you're greeted with a kaleidoscope of colour
By Janet McMeekin
In restoring this Cotswolds cottage the owner found an outlet for her passion for sourcing vintage and antique pieces
By Kerryn Harper-Cuss