Latest articles by Hugh Metcalf
29 kitchen ideas from colours to cabinetry and layouts to lighting, to help you create your perfect cooking space
Turn your kitchen from everyday into extraordinary with these 29 kitchen ideas that will help inspire your next kitchen makeover or new build
21 kitchen layout ideas that will serve up a kitchen that's practical, purposeful and above all else, perfectly stylish
Getting your kitchen layout ideas right is key to making sure your kitchen is easy to work in, as well as being worthy of its position as the heart of your home
18 landing lighting ideas to make you linger longer in this practical space
These landing lighting ideas will help you brighten up this tricky area in your home, ensuring it's well-lit and looks good too
12 illuminating garden lighting ideas directly from lighting design experts
Need garden lighting ideas for your space? Get inspired by these schemes for a beautiful garden both day and night
Positive Input Ventilation explained: Pros, cons, costs and more
We take a look at how Positive Input Ventilation works and whether the system could be the solution to your home’s moisture problems
12 small utility room ideas that use every inch of space
Even the tiniest of spaces can benefit from these small utility room ideas. Check out our favourite ideas and turn wasted space into one of the most important rooms of the house
Kitchen conservatory extensions: Everything you need to know
Kitchen conservatory extensions come with their own unique design considerations. Here's what the experts advise to create a practical and stylish solution
Our favourite home design apps for all kinds of project
Home design apps can be a great help when it comes to designing a project, but they can also aid with planning layouts, budgeting and even the finishing touches such as decorating. Here's our pick of the best
Bathroom flooring ideas for a stylish and practical space
Treat your toes to something special with our range of bathroom flooring ideas suitable for every style of home
30 kitchen island ideas to inspire your new cooking space
Look to these kitchen island ideas for design inspiration. From small to large we’ve got islands to suit every home
Sustainable kitchens: 18 ideas for an eco-friendly design
Want to create a sustainable kitchen with impeccable eco-credentials? Follow these ideas to create the perfect recipe for sustainability
20 ways to reduce the cost of your extension in 2025
Don't let the rising cost of living stand in the way of your dream extension. Armed with our expert tips, you can add space to your home without blowing the budget or sacrificing on quality
15 front garden ideas to make a stylish first impression for your home
Your front garden ideas are so important if you want guests to get a great first impression of your home — plus they can draw out and highlight the design of your house too. Take a look at our beautiful selection
How couple carefully converted this 18th-century barn into a stunning family home
David Pummell and Karen Geoffreys' painstaking conversion and restoration of an 18th-century barn included numbering, removing and reinstating the original beams piece by piece
Staircase lighting ideas: 14 statement ways to illuminate your stairs
Try these staircase lighting ideas to brighten up your space while creating a focal feature of your staircase
42 fantastic fireplace ideas for all types of fire — from log burners to gas
Our round up of fireplace ideas is here to help you find the right way of creating a cosy focal point in any room, plus we have plenty of hearth, surround and mantle ideas for all kinds of fire, from stoves to gas
Could a side return extension completely transform your terraced house?
A side return extension could transform that ugly, dark alley at the back of a terrace into a valuable living space perfect for your lifestyle — find out how
The 6 best mitre saws to help with your next DIY project
The best mitre saws are a versatile tool for home improvement projects, which offer highly accurate cutting
The 7 best orbital sanders for your next DIY project
Get your hands on the best orbital sanders and say goodbye to the hard work involved in sanding. Check our top picks to help make your next DIY project a breeze
The latest kitchen trends of 2025 to include in your space
From sustainable designs to bold finishes, these are the top new kitchen trends to inspire your project
The 5 best multi tools that cut, sand, grind and more
These are the best multi tools which offer handy versatility for DIY projects with just the change of a head
What is a composite door? The pros, cons and costs
Do you want the answer to what is a composite door? Here we give you an insight what they are made of, how much they cost and how long they last
Fabric First: How to Limit Your Home’s Reliance on Heating
Fabric first is an approach to building a home that has gained traction with architects in recent years. We explore what it means, how it’s achieved and why it may be the future of our homes...
