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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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A quiet luxury makeover turned this country home into the ultimate retreat
Replacing colourful carpets and a bright green kitchen with a neutral colour palette transformed this five-bedroom home
By Sara Emslie
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‘We were determined to fit an island into our long, narrow kitchen'
Being savvy with the space has allowed these happy home owners to include a generously-sized island in their stunning kitchen makeover
By Lisa Fazzani
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This couple gave their newly renovated home a makeover with a fresh colour scheme and characterful pieces
This renovated terrace has been given the personal touch with a serene colour scheme and characterful styling
By Karen Wilson
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This dark and dingy cottage has been transformed into a beautiful cosy haven
Find out how the owners transformed this once dark and dingy cottage that hadn't been touched in decades
By Annabelle Grundy
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'We created a 3D space to test out our ideas, making sure we avoided costly mistakes'
These design-savvy homeowners created a unique and colourful kitchen, inspired by their favourite art print
By Maxine Brady
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A bold colour choice completely transformed this tiny hallway into a stunning entryway
It's even been painted in optimistic yellow for a hit of dopamine every time its owner walks through the door
By Laurie Davidson
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Took a big risk on a rundown property to live in the perfect area to raise their young family
This couple totally transformed a project property they bravely took on to live in their desired location
By Amelia Smith
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Before and after: This small kitchen was given a stunning makeover that saved over £13K
This small kitchen got the ultimate budget facelift, and the results are incredible
By Laurie Davidson
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This DIY garden with a Mediterranean feel is perfect for relaxing and entertaining
This interior designer was inspired by holidays abroad, as she and her husband transformed their garden themselves
By Stephanie Smith
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'We’ve taken our time over every decision, and the results have been so rewarding’
A bold approach to painting, decorating and DIY has transformed the blank canvas of this new build house
By Lindsay Blair
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An old flint barn was turned into a stylish annexe for the family to live in as they transformed the neighbouring farmhouse
A country-meets-Scandi barn conversion is the first stage in this couple's dream farmhouse renovation
By Alison Jones
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Calling Sex Education fans! Otis and Jean's dreamy house is actually available to buy, but for an eye-watering price
For a not-so-humble £1.5 million, the beloved residence could be yours...
By Jullia Joson
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A bare plot was transformed by this exprienced gardener who got hands on to produce a dream garden on a budget
This experienced gardener switched the shed around to create a space perfect for entertaining, relaxing and attracting wildlife
By Maxine Brady
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‘I’ve always wanted a pantry - so we came up with a clever way to squeeze one into our new kitchen’
This savvy homeowner ticked off all her must-haves with her stylish kitchen makeover
By Lisa Fazzani
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This country cottage is like a breath of fresh air with its blue and white colour scheme
Decorating with the classic combination of blue and white has given this old stone cottage a new lease of life
By Naomi Jones
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This clever wardrobe transformation hides a glamorous ensuite bathroom
You'd never know it was there!
By Laurie Davidson
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Inside Hugh Grant's former £7.25 million London penthouse – it has us in love, actually
It's giving grandeur in every way possible
By Jullia Joson
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Savvy renter completely transformed her dingy bathroom for just £150
A split painted wall and warm colour palette has given this space an inviting new look
By Laurie Davidson
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Demolishing an old extension was key to this stunning home
By choosing to demolish some old extensions in favour of building a brand new one, the owners have completely transformed their home
By Ginevra Benedetti
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This young family feel right at home in the converted school building that holds happy memories
It was a real homecoming for this owner when she and her husband converted her grandparent's former house for their young family
By Emma J Page
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A flamingo mosaic was the unusual inspiration behind this Ibiza garden makeover
Budget buys and secondhand finds helped keep costs down on this peaceful makeover
By Laurie Davidson
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This 1920s house has had a stunning makeover inside and out, with the hands-on homeowners tackling most of it themselves
These hands-on homeowners achieved stunning results when renovating their home and garden – with a little help from family and friends
By Alison Jones
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This 1930s semi has a new, more sociable broken-plan layout, and a light and relaxing colour scheme
Adopting a broken-plan layout, with the kitchen at the heart of the home, has really opened up this dark 1930s semi
By Karen Wilson
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Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s Miami home sold for $15 million and it's a vibrant 70s wonderland
The tropical paradise of the celebrity couple in the centre of Florida goes off the market
By Sara Hesikova
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The bold and bright transformation of this extended kitchen was inspired by a stylish appliance
A humble kitchen appliance inspired the look of this bold and bright extended kitchen – now the perfect space to entertain
By Karen Darlow
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From hospital bed to reality - Explore this retro caravan makeover
Buying a tired caravan and transforming it with a cheerful retro vibe has opened up new horizons for this happy traveller
By Alison Gibb
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Explore this transformed Cheshire-based Victorian villa
A professional cook called in an expert when restoring her Victorian villa to glory – with a stunning kitchen at its heart
By Claire Bingham