With guidance from interior designers, we discover how to turn a dining room into a home office that works hard from 9–5 and feels inviting again by dinnertime
We decided to DIY, but did we regret it? We love the results, but it's definitely a learning curve
My kitchen island looked perfect, but living with it showed me the flaws. Here are the five things I’d change if I were renovating again
Carpet in a dining area can be cosy, but is it sensible? We spoke to the experts to find out whether this flooring choice truly earns its place at the table
Taking on the restoration of a run-down Grade II-listed property and transforming it into a character-filled, energy-efficient home was an opportunity Amanda and Warren East couldn’t resist
After buying a house they had initially written off, David and Magali set about adding a contemporary space to form a stunning family home
Ben and Ruth Prior replaced a coastal bungalow with a contemporary self-build to maximise family living space and views of the Cornish coastline
Knowing this was going to be their lifetime home, Dawn and Graham Hillier put heart and soul into every aspect of their new-build project
When the owners needed more light and space, the solution was a light-filled extension that's brimming with energy-efficient ideas
For these novice self-builders, demolishing a semi-detached bungalow to make way for a contemporary detached family home wasn't an easy ride
Painting a hallway isn’t the easiest paint project to tackle. Here we reveal expert help on how to choose the right colours, prepare and paint, and how to tackle hard to reach walls and ceilings
Painting over mould can help restore your home to looking its best, but how do you do it? And what prep do you need to do? Our expert explains all
Whether your carpet is displaying the grime of time or there has been a disastrous spill, our expert guide is here to help you get it looking as good as new
Installing coving isn’t as difficult as you may think. Learn the steps to follow and the tools you‘ll need for a professional looking result
Garden trends in 2026 will focus not just on the user-experience, but also on nurturing the land. From mini meadows to wellness zones here's what to expect
Fall in love with these dreamy pink kitchen ideas, with advice from interiors experts on choosing the perfect shade and styling it with confidence
The best dehumidifiers help eliminate condensation, prevent damp and mould, dry your laundry and even cut energy bills. Here's our tried and tested favourites
We tested the best window vacs for tackling winter condensation – here are the winners
We tested the best LED bulbs that are long-lasting, inexpensive and help create different levels of ambience
Wondering what the best angle grinder is for your DIY project? Here's our pick of 5 of the best you can buy right now
