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beautiful2026-08-22T09:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pqQ2MiDzpZGPFp2fbFo6qi.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/house-tours/yorkshire-new-build-barnIdeal HomeenThis newly built barn has all the country casual vibes going for it2026-08-22T08:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uEZ6zjMuUmdTfLMuQYWbdc.gifhttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/sofas/floor-sofa-bed-trendIdeal HomeenSorry, sofa beds, I think ‘floor sofas’ are going to be one of 2027’s biggest furniture trends – these are six of the best I’ve seen for hosting overnight guests2026-08-22T07:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xj6yBWqvyMvAVsRwGznoLL.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/ikea-secondhand-marketplace-announcementIdeal HomeenSorry Vinted and eBay, IKEA is launching a brand new marketplace where you can buy and sell old furniture – everything we know so far2026-08-22T06:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7kqoem3paqfk4G4oB9R6qE.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/room-makeovers/green-chair-bed-home-office-built-in-storage-transformationIdeal HomeenClever built-in storage doubled the space in this compact room and turned it into the ultimate multi-tasking home office and guest room2026-08-21T15:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UR2T8yAYYJB8gwaL6wJGRo.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/all-rooms/living-room/best-loveseatsIdeal HomeenThe 12 most comfortable and stylish loveseats I’ve tried as a Room Decor Editor – ‘They’re ideal for creating a cosy seating area’2026-08-21T14:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sVVcWdZ5gyFbTV7DWqMxrX.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/where-to-position-candles-according-to-feng-shuiIdeal HomeenFeng Shui experts say this is the best place to put a scented candle to bring positive energy into your space – plus, the best scents for a harmonious home2026-08-21T12:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HqJbFGXFgE759WMikPRoX9.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/marks-and-spencer-just-released-foodhall-christmas-decorations-2026Ideal HomeenYes, I know it’s only August, but M&S just released its cult foodhall-inspired Christmas decorations – and people are already going crazy for the cookies2026-08-21T11:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xE2SBovR3hFKu4WCQJRri6.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/all-rooms/small-appliances/retro-kitchen-appliances-editIdeal HomeenRetro kitchen appliances are the ultimate way to blend nostalgia and timelessness in your home – these 16 styles will never date2026-08-21T10:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Lh3rtLgzuxmfDiBJuSSJmc.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/open-house/lucy-kalice-decorating-with-whimsyIdeal HomeenI don’t follow interior trends, but this colourful style has me hooked2026-08-21T08:30:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YHRB72hAz8aFee9LZ8fJzW.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/diy/how-i-revamped-my-timber-windows-for-less-than-50-poundsIdeal HomeenI transformed my gross timber windows for less than £50 — this is how they became a thing of beauty over a weekend2026-08-21T08:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s3jMjByV73uciorHfMee23.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/alan-titchmarsh-water-buttsIdeal HomeenAlan Titchmarsh says every garden should have this one thing to make the most of this week's rain – it'll help you stay a step ahead of hosepipe bans2026-08-21T07:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8NmPjdfxHiar2GHcaUY3e5.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/laundry/shortlist-pretty-laundry-baskets-2026Ideal HomeenI refuse to let my laundry basket be an eyesore – 12 styles I'd happily have on display that add bold glamour to a boring chore2026-08-21T06:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dseZ4g65GPHcGsBYfbgZ37.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/plants-to-collect-seeds-from-in-augustIdeal Homeen5 plants to collect seeds from in August for free flowers next year – don't let them go to waste by storing them now2026-08-20T15:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2ocyWLWQC9HdBuYxFhd3SF.jpg