Professional Advice459 Stories
LightingA Beginner’s Guide to Lighting in Layers
Discover the secrets of combining light sources to create richer, more flexible living spaces
Full StoryKitchen InspirationHow to Make Your Kitchen Table the Heart of Your Home
Create a sociable hub for all the family – all you need is the right table and some clever style ideas
Full StoryDecoratingAsk an Expert: The 10 Most Commonly Asked Lighting Questions
So much of a room’s appeal rests on the way it’s lit. Get it right from the get-go with these expert answers
Full StoryKitchensAsk an Expert: What to Consider When Buying Laundry Appliances
The latest washers and dryers are no small investment, so buying the best for your budget is important
Full StoryRenovatingAsk an Expert: How Do I Choose the Perfect Patio Doors?
Glazed doors will open up your home, transforming its look and blurring the boundary between inside and out, but which type should you pick?
Full StoryRenovatingAsk a Builder: What to Consider When Thinking About a Garage Conversion
If you’re looking to maximise your living space and the only place left to turn is your garage, check out these pointers to guide you
Full StoryGarden InspirationAsk a Garden Designer: What Should I Plant to Grow a Scented Garden?
Bringing perfumed plants into your garden will turn time spent outdoors into a sensual delight
Full StoryDecoratingHow Can I Brighten My Neutral Scheme?
Try these expert tips and tricks for adding stylish shots of colour to a classic, neutral backdrop
Full StoryMore RoomsWhat You Need to Know About Dormer Loft Conversions
Mansard, dormer, hip to gable... There are so many loft options out there. The first in a new series looks at the dormer conversion
Full StoryRenovatingIs Open-plan Living Over or is it Here to Stay?
Architects, designers and Houzzers have their say on this modern-day trend and predict how our homes might look in the future
Full StoryStorageAsk a Designer: How Can I Organise My Bathroom Brilliantly?
Get some expert insight into creating a bathroom that’s packed with storage, yet doesn’t feel cluttered
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