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Bedroom makeover: 'Getting creative on a budget is my passion'

When decorating her daughter’s bedroom, this homeowner had one rule: ‘the wilder, the better!’

By reusing, upcycling and scouring second-hand and charity shops, Suzy Broome has created a bright, fun-filled bedroom for under £400
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Kitchen makeover - Black modern kitchen with skylights

She almost didn’t buy the house because of the kitchen – now it’s her favourite room and you’ll see why

Lily Coles completely redesigned the kitchen in her Victorian terrace to emulate the feel of her restaurateur parents’ home
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Keema Scotch eggs

Made using tasty lamb mince and aromatic curry paste, this easy recipe brings a new take on the classic Scotch egg. Recipe and image courtesy of Dairy Diary, dairydiary.co.uk.
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Strawberry & raspberry ripple Eton mess pots

Bring a classic British dessert along to your next picnic with this easy Eton mess pot recipe. Recipe and image courtesy of Love Fresh Berries, lovefreshberries.co.uk
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Mediterranean veg, houmous & pesto toasted sandwich

This tasty vegan sandwich is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, with tender roasted vegetables, creamy houmous and nutty pesto. Recipe by Nourishing Amy for Jason’s Sourdough, jasonssourdough.co.uk
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Marmalade-glazed sausage rolls

Give this picnic classic a tangy twist by adding zesty marmalade. Recipe and image courtesy of La Vieja Fábrica, laviejafabrica.co.uk
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‘Before we did the extension, we had a galley kitchen that ran down the side of the house,’ Kirstie remembers. ‘Now, situated where the old living room was, it’s much more spacious and is a pleasure to spend time in’

They needed a wheelchair-friendly home – these DIY tricks gave them a bespoke design on a budget

Kirstie McCormick almost gave up on finding a house with enough space for her family, until she stumbled across the perfect project
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A woman holds two plastic containers of food

11 everyday kitchen tools that are harming your family – and the safe swaps you need

Reduce microplastics in your kitchen with these practical tips and easy eco swaps.
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These are the top five decor trends for summer 2026

Earthy tones, matcha green and colour-maxxing are set to be summer 2026’s hottest trends. Read on to get inspired!
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‘The island quickly became a magnet for people to gather around chatting.’

The unusual layout of this house was inspired by an image in a magazine – ‘It’s quirky and individual’

Elaine Murphy Byrne met husband Shane while he was building the house they now live in. They’ve since transformed it into the family home they always wanted
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Their bathroom was tiny – this is how they made it feel bigger with clever design choices

A modern, monochrome palette and some savvy space-saving ideas helped Lorna Nicks give her bijou bathroom a new sleek feel
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Christine's eclectic and inviting living room

‘I wasn’t sure if the new layout would work – but this simple trick proved it would’

Christine Leech transformed an open-plan room into a warm, snug and inviting living space by adding a wall and a working fireplace
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‘The kitchen is my favourite room in the house. I love the high ceiling and the space it gives, and think the Lee Broom lights really bring this height to life’ says Sarah

She gutted her kitchen and redecorated with a pared-back modern scheme – see the stunning transformation

Sarah Crawley’s renovated Edwardian townhouse is the essence of casual and sophisticated style, and full of ideas for the taking
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Home makeover: 'I’m obsessed with moodboards'

‘We had zero experience of renovating and then we were knocking down walls!’

By opting for light colours and industrial touches Charlotte Knowles has given her first home a fresh new look
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Period living room

Holidays at home – this couple’s living room decor is a reminder of their globetrotting adventures

Tessa Bird has kept the character of her period living room, but added plenty of personality with travel mementos and her love of nature
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