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BathroomsBathroom Planning: 10 Common Design Mistakes – And How to Avoid Them
Five bathroom experts share their insider advice on how to avoid costly mistakes when revamping your bathroom
Full StoryRenovatingAsk a Designer: How Can I Use a Pendant Light to Enhance My Décor?
A carefully selected and positioned pendant light can punctuate and add character to your home. See how to do it well
Full StoryGardensAsk a Garden Designer: What to Do in the Garden in September
September is the month that offers a glimpse of the wonderful autumn colours to come. It’s also a very busy time in the garden…
Full StoryRenovatingAsk an Architect: Can I Make My Home More Ecofriendly?
The idea of giving your home a major green makeover may seem daunting, but an eco retrofit could be easier than you might think
Full StoryRenovatingAsk a Designer: How Can I Make Best Use of My Storage Shelves?
If cleverly planned, the humble shelf can up your storage game – in any room – by a mile and make accessing your things easier
Full StoryRenovatingArchitecture: 8 Architectural Tricks to Enhance an Open-plan Space
Clever use of light, layout and zoning will make the most of your open-plan area, as these insider tips demonstrate
Full StoryProfessional AdviceAsk an Expert: Should I Hire an Interior Designer to Manage my Project?
Part three of this series about working with an interior designer tackles the topic of project management. Do it yourself or hire some help?
Full StoryRenovatingAsk a Builder: How Do I Make the Most of My Small Kitchen?
Kitchen on the tiny side? Check out some of the not-so-obvious ways you can maximise every inch of space
Full StoryKitchensHow to Choose the Perfect Fridge-freezer
Not sure you know your frost-free from your A+++? Or whether to go for freestanding or integrated? Read this expert advice
Full StoryRenovatingAsk an Expert: How Can a Designer's Creativity Help to Improve my Home?
In part two of this series about how to get the best out of your relationship with an interior designer, the focus is on creative design
Full StoryRenovatingHow Many Different Ways Can I Extend My Home?
Want more room, but fancy something other than a loft conversion or side return? Explore these space-giving options
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