Ideal Homes
From chocolate box cottages in the Cotswolds to super-sleek modern homes in the capital, we go behind the front door of houses up and down the country, and find out how the owners and renters created their dream homes, whatever their style and budget
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This personality-packed home is instantly welcoming
Take a tour of this home filled with colour, character and brilliantly clever storage solutions
By Ginevra Benedetti
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This short-term rental became a forever home
What 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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Secondhand eBay finds were the key to giving this living room an instant farmhouse style glow-up
Some smart secondhand buys have had a transformative power
By Laurie Davidson
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This Edwardian house renovation seamlessly mixes old and new to create a unique family home
It took 11 years, but this house has been turned into this families dream home at last
By Katie Sims
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This small cottage was totally transformed with smart decorating and space-saving tricks
A small home packed with style and character
By Ali Lovett
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The sensitive renovation of this Tudor house revealed exciting discoveries
Bringing this historic merchant's house back to life has uncovered its fascinating history
By Alice Roberton
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This kitchen was given a complete luxury transformation for £300 using paint and gold leaf
You wouldn't know it was the same kitchen
By Laurie Davidson
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It took two hits to get just right, but the homeowner took plenty of time and did this house reno in two stages
Starting with a quick-fix makeover initially, this homeowner went all-out to create a statement home second time around
By Lisa Moses
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This bathroom has been given an elegant transformation inspired by a local National Trust house
Inspired by a local National Trust house and a hotel spa, this bathroom is a luxe take on arts and crafts style
By Karen Wilson
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An unusual room layout meant this house was overlooked – until now
This family saw its untapped potential and created a beautiful home in this former gatehouse
By Sara Emslie
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Soothing neutrals, wood tones and greenery have put the heart and soul back into this rental flat’
An earthy palette of soothing neutrals, wood tones and charcoal details – plus a few interior design tricks – has infused warmth and cosiness into this East London new build
By Jane Crittenden
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'There's beauty in every corner' - take a tour of this colour-filled home
Abi Adie has created a colourful home that's full of brave choices, playful decorating techniques and lots of personality
By Alison Gibb
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This Kent family home uses a pastel palette to soften the modern new-build
How they added character to a contemporary space
By Katie Sims
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'Neutrals have a calming effect' – this light-filled farmhouse is a masterclass in how to use them to create a timeless haven
A palette of natural shades and displays of fresh flowers create a tranquil country retreat
By Naomi Jones
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Filling this neglected Edwardian cottage with dark colours, rich patterns and second-hand finds has given it back its character
These homeowners have brought personality back to their period home
By Lisa Moses
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This barn was transformed into a 'family home with cosy corners and architectural interest'
Clever reconfiguration and contemporary design transform an old agricultural building into a stylish family home
By Ali Lovett
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A colourful, contemporary kitchen that's perfect for entertaining
Check out this kitchen refit that has breathed colour and life into a Victorian terrace
By Ali Lovett
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'Be brave and go bright' was the design mantra for this colourful cottage
Step inside this Cotswold home and you're greeted with a kaleidoscope of colour
By Janet McMeekin
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Full of contradictions, this home is a stunning example of opposite styles attracting
Contemporary with period features, colourful and monochrome - this home has it all and is all the better for it
By Karen Wilson
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This dining room has been completely transformed using secondhand pieces eBay finds
It is the perfect blend of different styles
By Laurie Davidson
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This summerhouse has been turned into an uplifting space to work with bright florals and sunny colours
‘We transformed an unused part of the garden and now have a fabulous space to work from home or just sit and take in the garden’
By Laurie Davidson
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This kitchen has seamlessly blended traditional style with modern convenience
This elegant kitchen ticks all the boxes for a busy family of five
By Charlotte Luxford
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This bland and disjointed home has been turned into a hygge-inspired sanctuary
The calm colour scheme and tranquil vibe is a winning formula
By Laurie Davidson
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This Georgian cottage is a masterclass in decorating in neutral tones
A mix of soft neutral tones and natural textures create the perfect backdrop for precious finds
By Sara Emslie
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Broadcaster Sara Cox transformed her living room with this bold heritage shade and it looks incredible
Being brave with colour has made her living room look like a whole new space
By Laurie Davidson
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Small but beautiful, this glam bathroom is packed with stylish features
Subtle gold fittings and a sweep of terrazzo tiling lift this narrow bathroom beyond the ordinary
By Jane Crittenden
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Blue and white reign supreme in this modern Victorian home
The coastal palette of this Brighton terrace is inspired by its seaside location
By Alice Roberton