Period Living
Period Living
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With this thatched cottage 'all practical thinking went out the window, and my heart won!’'An all-white French farmhouse scheme enhances the beautiful original features of this home
By Alice Roberton
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'Simple ideas often make the most impact' – this home demonstrates how less really can be moreThis homeowner opted for simplicity when decorating her 400-year-old cottage for Christmas
By Maggie Colvin
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‘People can be a bit afraid of using wallpaper for a kitchen, but I love seeing pattern'This home is a masterclass in how to make festive decorations work with a room's wallpaper and fabric designs
By Karen Darlow
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'Not many people could claim that Banksy paid for their kitchen'A lifetime’s collection of vintage bargains, and a little help from a world-famous graffiti artist, created this unique home
By Karen Darlow
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'The character was all there, it had just been buried under years of neglect'Looking past the dark brown 1980s decor, the owners could see the potential in this once-dingy cottage
By Heather Dixon
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'I opened the door and saw woodchip wallpaper and nicotine-stained ceilings everywhere'The owner could see the potential in an old and disused pub to become his ideal home
By Karen Darlow
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'I'd always dreamt of this house' says the homeowner of this stunning Georgian farmhouseThis Georgian farmhouse was the perfect match for the dream home its owner had on her Pinterest board for years
By Karen Darlow
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A 1920s seaside cabin transformed into a peaceful havenThis timber-clad cabin has been beautifully restored to become a wonderful weekend retreat
By Karen Darlow
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This Arts and Crafts home is a masterclass in calming simplicityWith its chalky white walls and timeworn pieces, this Welsh home is instantly relaxing
By Naomi Jones
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You'd never believe this home was once a squash courtThis amazing transformation shows what can be achieved with a bit of imagination and vision
By Karen Darlow
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A quintessential thatched cottage filled with vintage treasuresThe interior of this pretty thatched cottage is as captivating as its exterior
By Alice Roberton
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An English village home with an American colonial vibeResourceful decoration and furnishing of this cottage captured memories of the owner's childhood in the States
By Karen Darlow
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This Victorian cottage is a lesson in pale perfectionDelicate shades allow the period features of this pretty home take centre stage
By Pippa Blenkinsop
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How to propagate anthurium – the three best ways to double these pretty tropical plantsWhether you propagate anthurium through cuttings or separation, you'll love these ways to increase your collection
By Holly Reaney
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How to care for Anthurium for long-lasting colourWith their vibrant colours and tropical look, Anthurium andraeanum or Flamingo flowers make for an eye-catching addition to a kitchen, bathroom or conservatory
By Holly Reaney
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This short-term rental became a forever homeWhat was intended as a temporary move became permanent when the owners fell for the charm of this 16th-century home
By Annabelle Grundy
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The sensitive renovation of this Tudor house revealed exciting discoveriesBringing this historic merchant's house back to life has uncovered its fascinating history
By Alice Roberton
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Blue and white reign supreme in this modern Victorian homeThe coastal palette of this Brighton terrace is inspired by its seaside location
By Alice Roberton
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Finding and renovating this Georgian farm cottage was the realisation of a dream the owner had for 25 yearsMoving to the countryside and finding the perfect rural home had been years in the planning and finally became a reality
By Karen Darlow
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How to care for spider plants to get the most from this resilient beautyThe retro houseplant is making a comeback – here's how it can thrive
By Holly Reaney
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This once cold and damp Cotswolds cottage has been made fit for a new generationHaving decided to love it rather than list it, the homeowner sensitively renovated this historic childhood home
By Stephanie Smith
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An unused garden room has been transformed into a characterful family-friendly kitchen-dinerThis unused garden room has been reimagined into a versatile kitchen-diner for all the family to enjoy
By Amelia Thorpe
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How to propagate a rubber plant - expand your houseplant collection for freeWhy have just one rubber plant when you can have loads?
By Holly Reaney
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How to care for a rubber plant – the almost unkillable houseplantLow maintenance and fast-growing, the rubber plant is the perfect choice for beginners and ideal for making a statement in a home
By Holly Reaney
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The interior of this country house is as beautiful as its stunning surroundingsThis country house has been given a sympathetic makeover, creating a relaxing, welcoming home in beautiful surroundings
By Karen Darlow
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This petite kitchen is a striking example of how clever design can transform a small spaceBrimming with colour and character, this petite kitchen is a masterclass in small-space design
By Holly Reaney
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You would never believe this beautiful family home was once several rundown bedsitsOnce split into rundown bedsits, this house had stood empty for years but is now transformed into a stunning family home
By Jane Crittenden


