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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
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This new-build has been given a colourful transformation just in time for Christmas
A blank canvas and free rein to decorate allowed the homeowners to get creative and put together a bright and bold space that’s the perfect party house
By Lisa Fazzani
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The festive street names that can boost property values
Would you pay more for a Christmas themed address?
By Imani Cottrell
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A savvy DIYer updated her kitchen with bold floral patterns for just £50
This magnolia new-build got a big dose of personality with floral wallpaper in the kitchen – but not on the walls!
By Laurie Davidson
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This dining room has been given a cosy upgrade ready for the festive season
From cold glitzy grey to warm sophisticated neutrals, this room got the pizazz it needed to make it just right for entertaining
By Laurie Davidson
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Rightmove’s most viewed home is the star of BBC’s Pride and Prejudice
This Cotswolds property is Rightmove’s most viewed home of 2022
By Imani Cottrell
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A layout rethink gave this cramped galley kitchen a spacious dreamy makeover
Re-thinking the cramped layout and moving units around has opened up the space and made this galley kitchen feel super spacious
By Lisa Fazzani
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This home swapped dull magnolia interiors for a striking monochrome scheme
It was bye-bye magnolia and hello smart monochrome
By Laurie Davidson
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This en-suite bathroom makeover is proof that a small space can still be big on style
See how one homeowner turned her plain en suite into a luxe-looking space with ample storage and quality fittings
By Laurie Davidson
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Clever makeover alert - this dated kitchen was transformed for a bargain £100
You won't believe the difference some paint and vinyl has made – it looks like an entirely different room!
By Laurie Davidson
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Clever design hacks have made this two-bedroom apartment feel miles more spacious
We learn how this unloved and neglected ex-rental property was transformed in less than a year
By Lisa Fazzani
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TV's Vogue Williams has given her spare bedroom a Hamptons-style makeover
All ready to welcome guests, this cosy coastal-look space has gone from blank canvas to beautifully inviting and indulgent
By Laurie Davidson
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This one simple change can transform any room instantly – and costs as little as £10!
Would you like to make your living room feel cosier and more ambient? While there are many ways in which to do so, none are as cheap or effective as changing the light bulbs.
By Tamara Kelly
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Barack Obama's home – how to recreate the look with 5 purse-friendly purchases
Decorate your home like a former president.. on a smaller budget, of course
By Jennifer Ebert
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The soothing south-facing plot that's fit for all seasons
What once was an unruly south-facing plot has been transformed into an award-winning garden - here's how they did it
By Millie Hurst
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Step inside the utility room of dreams – this colourful makeover is truly inspiring
Doing the washing doesn't seem so bad when it's in a beautiful room like this one!
By Laurie Davidson
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This navy bathroom has been given the ultimate upgrade with plenty of curves
This en-suite bathroom has been transformed with deep blue shades and shapely touches
By Millie Hurst
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A bit of DIY saved a homeowner £20K on this navy open plan kitchen renovation
Navy cabinetry, bare brick and bi-fold doors all help give this new family-friendly room the wow factor
By Laurie Davidson
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Fitted wardrobes have transformed a dreary spare bedroom into a dream dressing room
Installing fitted wardrobes in an unused bedroom has given stacks of clothes storage and created a glam new dressing room
By Laurie Davidson
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This contemporary new-look kitchen cost the owner just £350 to create
Painting the cabinetry and adding new handles was only the start of the new-look design
By Laurie Davidson
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Taking a loft bathroom to new heights – from surplus space to sky-high scheme
See how these owners created this loft bathroom, finished with a Crittall-style shower enclosure, and matt black bath
By Millie Hurst
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Couple gives kitchen a designer look-a-like makeover on a shoe-string budget
Minimal and serene with a designer edge, this scheme has an up-to-date look that oozes calm
By Laurie Davidson
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Get the look of this industrial bathroom space with natural materials and muted hues
These homeowners rebuilt their bathroom from scratch using stone, oak, and quiet colours to create their perfect sanctuary
By Millie Hurst
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This kitchen-lounge is a masterclass in creating a small multi-functioning space
The homeowners multipurpose kitchen-lounge has everything they need to cook, dine, socialise and relax
By Millie Hurst
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A derelict house bought for £1 has been transformed into a beautiful retreat
Two years of hard graft and £60,000 later, you won’t believe how this house looks now
By Laurie Davidson
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An awkward kitchen layout transformed into an open space to cook and entertain
How this homeowner gained more by building less and reconfiguring an awkward kitchen layout into an open space instead
By Millie Hurst
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I painted my living room black and it's the best design decision I've ever made
Would you paint your living room black? I did, and this bold colour choice had a surprising side-effect I never expected
By Heather Young
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This dull magnolia bathroom was given a bold terracotta transformation for £175
This homeowner turned a dull bathroom scheme into a relaxing haven using clever DIY tricks and bargain budget buys
By Laurie Davidson