Country Homes & Interiors
Country Homes & Interiors
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An unusual room layout meant this house was overlooked – until now
This family saw its untapped potential and created a beautiful home in this former gatehouse
By Sara Emslie
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'Neutrals have a calming effect' – this light-filled farmhouse is a masterclass in how to use them to create a timeless haven
A palette of natural shades and displays of fresh flowers create a tranquil country retreat
By Naomi Jones
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'Be brave and go bright' was the design mantra for this colourful cottage
Step inside this Cotswold home and you're greeted with a kaleidoscope of colour
By Janet McMeekin
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An interior designer used this can't-fail trick to decide on the colours for her home
This Oxfordshire house wasn't always this colourful…
By Sara Emslie
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'Our 12th-century barn is now a stunning home for modern family life'
'The Grade II listing didn't stop us following our dream'
By Sara Emslie
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The best place to position your cooker, according to kitchen designers
Experts say these are the best 5 places to put a range cooker, oven or hob, for the perfect kitchen layout
By Amelia Thorpe
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This pink cottage is the cutest forever home
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
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This restored stable block in Kent is the perfect home for Christmastime
Did someone say Away in a Manger?
By Sara Bird
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This elegant farmhouse is counting down to the festive season with a show-stopping Christmas tree
This retired couple wanted to downsize but their building project grew and became a family affair
By Maggie Colvin
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A quiet luxury makeover turned this country home into the ultimate retreat
Replacing colourful carpets and a bright green kitchen with a neutral colour palette transformed this five-bedroom home
By Sara Emslie
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How to choose the best sleep sound for your home's location and get the best night sleep ever
Match your home's location to a sleep sound for the ultimate insomnia cure
By Andrea Childs
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How to soundproof a bedroom – easy fixes for a quiet night's sleep
These expert hacks seal out noise so you can fall asleep fast
By Andrea Childs
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'My house was struck by lightning but now it's more beautiful than ever'
This Surrey cottage has endured fire, flood and storm damage but has been restored with grace and style
By Sara Emslie
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'I'm a school teacher and I designed and built my own home – it gives me an income, too'
This gorgeous coastal house has amazing views and with a guest cabin in the garden, it makes an income for its owner, too
By Jane Crittenden
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'This rustic farmhouse felt like home the minute we stepped through the front door'
This mum of three restored a dated farmhouse and created a better life for her family in the process
By Laura Ewart
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By Andrea Childs
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Sunken garden ideas – why this landscaping trend is making a comeback
A sunken area could be the design feature you need to add value and style to your garden, say these experts
By Heather Marshall
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Cottage bathroom ideas – how to get the pretty rustic look perfect for small spaces
Add character to your smallest room with these expert ideas for cottage-style bathrooms
By Andrea Childs
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Gardening experts warn against falling for these 12 easily avoided garden mistakes
The common mistakes holding your garden back from looking its best, plus expert tips to fix them
By Andrea Childs
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Upstand vs splashback – what you need to know before designing your kitchen
We asked the experts for the pros and cons of getting an upstand vs splashback, so you can decide the best option for you and your kitchen
By Andrea Childs
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Fireplace hearth ideas - 10 practical and stylish tips for any room
Discover the best design ideas for your hearth, plus how to style it for a cosy and inviting fireside
By Andrea Childs
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Stone fireplace ideas – surround your fire with natural elegance
Choose a stone fireplace to frame your fire or wood burner beautifully
By Andrea Childs