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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
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
Take a tour of this home filled with colour, character and brilliantly clever storage solutions
By Ginevra Benedetti
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
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
This family saw its untapped potential and created a beautiful home in this former gatehouse
By Sara Emslie
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
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
Contemporary with period features, colourful and monochrome - this home has it all and is all the better for it
By Karen Wilson
It is the perfect blend of different styles
By Laurie Davidson
‘We transformed an unused part of the garden and now have a fabulous space to work from home or just sit and take in the garden’
By Laurie Davidson
This elegant kitchen ticks all the boxes for a busy family of five
By Charlotte Luxford
The calm colour scheme and tranquil vibe is a winning formula
By Laurie Davidson
A mix of soft neutral tones and natural textures create the perfect backdrop for precious finds
By Sara Emslie