Lisa Fazzani
Lisa is Deputy Editor of Style at Home magazine and regularly contributes to idealhome.co.uk. She has written about interiors for more than 25 years and has worked on all the major homes titles, primarily Ideal Home, but also including Homes & Gardens, Country Homes & Interiors and Woman & Home. She’s written about pretty much every area of the home, from shopping and decorating, crafts and DIY to real home transformations and kitchen and bathroom makeovers. Homes and interiors have always been a passion and she never tires of nosying around gorgeous homes, whether on TV, online, in print or in person, as well as being a serial shopper/bargain hunter.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place?
My garden, especially over the summer months, when I like to sit out with a coffee when it’s early and quiet and take it all in. I’ve only gotten into gardening in recent years, so it’s all been a bit hit and miss so far, but it’s lovely when you see things you’ve planted coming into bloom and when the beds start to fill out with colour over the summer months.
What’s your home addiction?
Aside from buying plants, which I can’t resist, I do love white ceramics. It can be vases, planters, candle jars, plates, cups, saucers, whatever…and in all different shapes, sizes, textures and patterns…I’ve got a couple of shelves-full. I think a collection always looks good displayed en-masse and white is a timeless classic.
What is your next home project?
I’m planning to rip out my old shed and replace it with a summer house at the end of the garden with a decked area in front. I might also add a pergola so that we’ve got a shady area to escape to. And a side extension is also on my wish list…all the plans and ideas are there in my head, I just need to find the time (and cash) to put it all into action.
Latest articles by Lisa Fazzani
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Reworking this kitchen layout has made the room spacious and sociable
Ditching wall units and a bulky peninsula was a recipe for success with this stunning kitchen makeover
By Lisa Fazzani
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Spacious, sociable and stylish - this small home has been completely transformed
Unfazed by the amount of work ahead of them, the owners of this Kent two-bed semi could see that it was full of potential
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to make a small living room look bigger – tricks to stretch your space
Think big with easy ideas and visual trickery that will make a small living room feel miles bigger
By Lisa Fazzani
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This family home has been given a coastal vibe with bright and breezy colours
See how a budget-friendly makeover breathed new life into this tired seaside home in North Wales
By Lisa Fazzani
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This 1930s semi has been restored to its former glory with vintage finds
See how the artistic homeowner has created a welcoming space that’s full of personality
By Lisa Fazzani
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The tub takes centre stage in this glamorous bathroom makeover
This stunning bathroom transformation has taken the space from bland and boring to dark and opulent
By Lisa Fazzani
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This new-build has been given a colourful transformation just in time for Christmas
A blank canvas and free rein to decorate allowed the homeowners to get creative and put together a bright and bold space that’s the perfect party house
By Lisa Fazzani
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A layout rethink gave this cramped galley kitchen a spacious dreamy makeover
Re-thinking the cramped layout and moving units around has opened up the space and made this galley kitchen feel super spacious
By Lisa Fazzani
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Clever design hacks have made this two-bedroom apartment feel miles more spacious
We learn how this unloved and neglected ex-rental property was transformed in less than a year
By Lisa Fazzani
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28 dining room storage ideas for a well-designed and functional dining space
Smart dining room storage ideas are crucial to keeping a busy space tidy and clutter-free
By Lisa Fazzani
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Living room sofa ideas - 18 ways to turn your sofa into something special
Whether you are buying new or updating an existing sofa make sure it is the star of the show in your living room
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bifold doors opened up new opportunities for this social kitchen space
Installing bifold doors and re-working the layout has given the homeowners a more accessible kitchen and a perfect family hub
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bedroom layout ideas - tips and tricks to make the most of every square inch
Create a better sense of flow in any bedroom layout by being savvy with your planning
By Lisa Fazzani
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Women's bedroom ideas - 12 feminine and fun schemes
Bedroom in need of a refresh? Check out these female-friendly bedroom ideas that are the perfect mix of chic and sophistication
By Lisa Fazzani
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Boho bedroom ideas - 10 easy ways to create a relaxed, chilled-out vibe
Bring a laidback holiday mood to your bedroom with easy boho style
By Lisa Fazzani
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IKEA bed hacks - 12 easy ways to give a basic bed a bespoke upgrade
Give a regular Ikea bed the bespoke treatment with these clever hacks that will make it a unique one-off
By Lisa Fazzani
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Girl nursery ideas – nursery schemes for baby girls that are not just pink
Create a delightful baby girl's nursery that your little one will love spending time in
By Lisa Fazzani
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10 Men’s grey bedroom ideas to give this neutral shade a masculine twist
Give your bedroom an upgrade with these smart and stylish looks that prove grey is anything but dull
By Lisa Fazzani
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Living room curtain ideas to dress windows to perfection - whatever your style
Don't let your lounge window dressings be an afterthought
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to clean an induction hob - the best way to keep it looking like new
Get your induction hob gleaming with these easy ways to tackle marks and burnt-on grime
By Lisa Fazzani
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Bedroom shoe storage ideas - calm footwear chaos with these solutions
Bring order to your bedroom with savvy shoe storage ideas to keep favourite footwear tidy
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to paint kitchen tiles - revamp splashbacks without spending a fortune
Looking for ways to spruce up tired tiles? Painting kitchen splashbacks is quick, easy and affordable.
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to paint an exterior wall - a step-by-step to spruce-up your outdoor space
Smarten up outdoor walls with a fresh coat of paint
By Lisa Fazzani
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White and grey living room ideas - easy ways to style this classic colour combo
Versatile and timeless, white and grey makes the perfect colour pairing that will look great in any living room
By Lisa Fazzani