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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
'The Grade II listing didn't stop us following our dream'
By Sara Emslie
See how this living room got a whole dose of personality with one key ingredient
By Laurie Davidson
Jewel-like vintage textiles mixed with contemporary pieces give this traditional Georgian farmhouse a cheerful aesthetic
By Ruth Corbett
Picking up new DIY skills as they went along has enabled these homeowners to transform their property on a budget
By Lisa Moses
This 1930s semi has been carefully crafted into a calming family home with soft tones and clever design
By Katie Sims
This homeowner's new bath scheme certainly makes a splash
By Laurie Davidson
The duo's recent renovation was last month's most-viewed property
By Jullia Joson
Smart storage has been given a rustic makeover
By Laurie Davidson
'There isn't a straight wall in the house but it is absolutely bursting with character'
By Sara Bird
A calming neutral palette in this Highlands home means the star of the show is always the view outside
By Alison Gibb
A clever redesign has transformed this cramped kitchen into a flexible multipurpose open-plan space, packed with natural light and storage
By Ginevra Benedetti
With careful planning, this kitchen has been turned into a colourful, family-friendly space
By Marisha Taylor
With a keen eye for colour, Lisa Potter-Dixon has created a joyful scheme full of character
By Marisha Taylor
Inspired by her travels, interiors stylist Laurie Davidson gave her home office a fun Western-style update
By Lisa Fazzani
This country house has been given a sympathetic makeover, creating a relaxing, welcoming home in beautiful surroundings
By Karen Darlow
Interiors influencer Claire Stewart shares how to create a calm, comforting living room with Furniture Village’s stunning Saharan Sunsets look
By Ideal Home
Ditching dated décor and introducing rich colours and classic pieces has turned an unloved Victorian property into a luxurious yet homely space
By Laurie Davidson
Neat fitted furniture took the place of messy hanging rails
By Laurie Davidson
Dated and draughty, a complete renovation has given this compact home and much-needed update
By Ginevra Benedetti
Brimming with colour and character, this petite kitchen is a masterclass in small-space design
By Holly Reaney
Berry tones, stripes, checks and scalloped accessories have given our plain scheme a bold hit of colour and pattern
By Laurie Davidson
Practical storage has been made effortlessly stylish in this compact utility room makeover
By Holly Cockburn
Once split into rundown bedsits, this house had stood empty for years but is now transformed into a stunning family home
By Jane Crittenden
The bathroom decor was inspired by the glamorous interiors at the Versace Hotel in Dubai
By Jane Crittenden
Despite its small footprint, the compact space ticks the boxes for practicality, character and colour
By Holly Reaney
The large cavernous room was divided up to create a cosy master bedroom and bespoke dressing room
By Laurie Davidson
‘I saw a dressing room on Instagram which I used for inspiration’
By Laurie Davidson