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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 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
From dark and boxy two-bed 1950s council house to light-filled boho-luxe home
By Marisha Taylor
Re-painting a drab kitchen and adding rustic timber worktops has totally transformed the space and saved this homeowner £1000s
By Lisa Fazzani
The abundant daylight flowing into this kitchen made it the perfect candidate for a daring dark green
By Ruth Corbett
'We need to apply for permission to change anything – even to drill a hole'
By Alison Lovett
See how a savvy homeowner saved thousands on this kitchen makeover by doing everything himself (with a little helping hand from dad)
By Karen Wilson
And the best part is that each part can be repurposed
By Laurie Davidson
The compact layout didn't deter this homeowner, who created a beautiful spare bedroom that's both homely and cosy
By Laurie Davidson
These homeowners converted an tired spare bedroom into a sleek family bathroom
By Louise O'Bryan
Bold yellow sets a cheerful mood in this family-friendly kitchen transformation
By Karen Wilson
This house has gone from run-down period property to flexible space for both entertaining and family life
By Alison Lovett
This homeowner transformed her boring kitchen cabinetry by updating it with colourful paint
By Laurie Davidson
This interior stylist has decorated her home in a timeless style that will grow with her family
By Nicky Phillips
This newly renovated home is decorated in a rich colour palette and packed with timeless ideas
By Maxine Brady
This modern home is sprinkled with textural seasonal details for a luxe festive look
By Sara Bird
Following a top-to-toe renovation this Swedish family house is perfect for festive celebrations
By Rachel Crow
Because everyone loves a good nosy about in other people's homes
By Jullia Joson
New tiles and lashings of Barbie-pink paint have turned a tired scheme into a colourful, knock-out design
By Laurie Davidson
Getting the colour right was key to this makeover
By Laurie Davidson
Vintage finds and natural decorations fill this Edwardian home with faded grandeur at Christmas
By Rachel Crow
This couple couldn't wait to escape to the country – and this Suffolk cottage was the dream home they'd been looking for
By Naomi Turner
A relaxed, neutral colour scheme makes a stylish setting for festive decorations and cosy Christmas get-togethers
By Lisa Fazzani
Did someone say Away in a Manger?
By Sara Bird
This retired couple wanted to downsize but their building project grew and became a family affair
By Maggie Colvin
With its mix of nostalgic decorations, this renovated Victorian home in Bath offers the perfect warm welcome for festive get-togethers
By Janet McMeekin
A super-colourful living room provides the perfect festive canvas for this Christmas-loving homeowner
By Laurie Davidson