Latest articles by Natasha Brinsmead
‘Your family living room shouldn’t look like a playroom’ – interior designers share 15 chic ideas for a more elevated space
From clever storage to durable yet elegant furniture, these expert-approved ideas prove family living rooms can still feel sophisticated
Could broken plan living be the answer to a more flexible layout? Designers reveal how to get it right in your home
If open plan living feels overwhelming but a traditional layout feels too enclosed, a broken plan design could be the perfect way to get the best of both worlds
How to pull lots of natural light into your garage conversion — without being left feeling 'on show'
Maintaining privacy while getting plenty of natural light into a garage conversion can be tricky. We share 7 expert tips to help you get it right
I was fed up with gravel spilling onto the road from my driveway – so I asked experts how to solve the problem
Professionals reveal why gravel spreads beyond your driveway and the most effective ways to keep it neatly in place
My bathroom walls look washed out and flat — I asked the experts which colours to avoid and which shades I should embrace
Steer clear of these 5 colours in bathrooms say experts if you want to design a bathroom that has timeless appeal
My sloping driveway is damaging the bottom of our cars – so I asked the experts, what's involved in levelling it out?
From costs to construction, experts break down what it takes to level a sloping driveway without causing bigger problems
Turning my cottage garden into a driveway damaged its kerb appeal — here's what I wish I'd done differently
How to turn a front garden into a driveway that isn't an eyesore
Is a garage conversion easier than adding an extension? Everything you need to know about turning your garage into living space
Could an empty or unused garage provide you with the extra room you need? Our experts are on hand to explain just what's involved in a garage conversion
Do you have lath and plaster walls in your home? Experts reveal how to spot them and repair them
A staple in many period properties, we explain what lath and plaster is, how these walls are constructed and how to repair them
I am about to apply for planning permission to create a dropped kerb – so I asked the experts, 'what should my next steps be?'
Everything you need to know about dropped kerb planning permission
Do you have a lath and plaster ceiling? Find out what they are, how to spot if you have one and how to repair and remove
If you live in a house with lath and plaster ceilings, make sure you understand how they are constructed and the steps to take to deal with damage
I've always decorated on a DIY basis but this time I wanted to get a pro in to repaint our rooms — was it worth the money?
Can DIY painting ever achieve the same results as the pros?
Thought sharing your home with your dog meant putting up with mess and bad smells? Not with our expert-approved pet-friendly living room ideas
10 steps to designing a living room both you and your pets will love to spend time in
'Fix it now or pay later' – experts reveal the 8 hidden risks of window condensation (and what causes it)
Window condensation can lead to damp, mould, pests and rot if left untreated – here’s how to find the root cause
Wallpaper vs paint — I'm redecorating and can't decide between the two so I asked for the experts' help. Here's what they said
Wallpaper or paint – which works best where?
Is a two-storey conservatory a great way to add space and natural light or an expensive overheating risk? The experts weigh in
Considering a two-storey conservatory? Here's everything you need to know
We're about to repaint our kitchen — these are the colours the experts told me to avoid at all costs
The kitchen colours to steer clear of for a timeless space and which ones to pick instead
Utility rooms are mould hotspots — here are the top ways to prevent it, according to the experts
How to prevent mould becoming a problem in your utility room
I've always wanted a pot filler in my kitchen — but how fiddly are they to retrofit? I asked the experts to help me out
If, like me, you are considering fitting a pot filler in your kitchen, here's what to consider first
The 11 utility room wallpaper ideas that will turn a boring space into the most stylish spot in the house
Wallpaper inspiration to turn a dull space into one you can't wait to spend time in
There’s more than one way to build a partition wall. Discover the options for dividing up a space
Our guide explains how to build a partition wall, along with the various methods you can use if you are looking for an alternative to a traditional stud wall
All the space above my kitchen units does is gather dust — so I asked the experts how I could make better use of it
Clever ways to make the space above your kitchen units work harder
Want to perfect your home lighting? Experts share a six-step guide
Everything you need to nail your home's lighting design – from colour temperature and switches to style and placement
