Sarah Harley
Sarah has been an avid lover of all things homes and interiors since she started redecorating her bedroom as a teenager. Since then she has worked in a number of different roles from copywriting, PR, events management and photography to interior design and home staging. With her two passions being the written word and the joys of a beautifully-designed home, she eventually found her way to writing about interiors and has never looked back. When it comes to her personal building and renovations experience, viewers saw her don a pink hard hat on Grand Designs to project manage the renovation of a Grade II listed folly with the addition of a sweeping modern extension. Prior to this, as well as undertaking smaller interior projects, she renovated and extended a cottage in Kent and also worked for clients, redesigning a central London gym and making improvements to properties that needed to be sold . She admits she has never actually left a property she has lived in untouched, and with over 20 moves to her name, it’s fair to say that she knows lots of tricks for turning a house into a home. Although she still dreams of living in a contemporary self-build somewhere by the sea, she’s decided to leave the packing boxes in storage for now. In the meantime, she continues to fill her Pinterest boards with ideas and inspiration….just in case.
Latest articles by Sarah Harley

By Natasha Brinsmead, Sarah Harley last updated
As the seasons change so do your energy bills, with dehumidifier running costs potentially adding to your monthly budget. Here's how much they can cost to run

By Gabriella Dyson, Amy Reeves, Sarah Harley last updated
Versatile in terms of their practicality and appearance, log burner ideas can be a valuable addition to your home heating. Here's 26 to suit all kinds of homes

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From classic to contemporary, here's ten living room radiator ideas to ensure your living room is warm and welcoming

By Sarah Harley Published
If choosing your home office lighting ideas feels too much like hard work, we've rounded up the best styles, methods and products guaranteed to get the job done

By Sarah Harley Published
Soft, warm and welcoming, the popularity of sage green kitchen cabinets is a timeless and adaptable shade, and here's why experts say it's here to stay

By Natasha Brinsmead, Sarah Harley last updated
If you're looking to enclose your garden or break it into different zones, choosing the right fence type is the key to success. We take a look at the most popular options

By Sarah Harley Published
Small bedroom lighting ideas need to get the balance between too much light, and too little light, just right. Here's 10 ways to get it spot on

By Sarah Harley Published
Your trees are subject to more than TPOs. We explore the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 and the creatures its designed to protect

By Mark Brinkley, Sarah Harley last updated
Internal walls are constructed using either a stud or solid construction method. Find out the difference and how to discover which one you need, or already have

By Sarah Harley Published
A trio of blue shades has been announced as the Dulux Colours of the Year 2026, but how can you make a colour that's often deemed cold work in your home decoration ideas?

By Ian Rock, Sarah Harley last updated
If your extension calls for a flat roof, you will likely find its construction needs more attention than you first think. Chartered surveyor, Ian Rock explains how to get the best results

By Sarah Harley Published
Wondering how much longer you can delay turning the heating on? We asked the experts when is it time for more than just an extra layer of clothing?

By Sarah Harley Published
The best modern lighting ideas don't just rely on tech. They combine style and substance in equal measures to make your home shine throughout

By Sarah Harley last updated
Great hallway lighting ideas are essential. As well as ensuring the space is practical, they also need to be warm, welcoming and occasionally make you go wow

By Steve Jenkins, Sarah Harley last updated
Keen to clean dirt and grime from your walls without too much elbow grease? Why understanding what is sugar soap will be the best thing you read today

By Sarah Harley Published
Worried your neighbours might be able to put a stop to your heat pump plans? We explore why they can complain, and the measures you can take to prevent problems

By Sarah Harley Published
Flooring mistakes can cause a variety of problems, and impact the aesthetic and monetary value of your home. We explore the 12 most common and how to avoid them

By Sarah Harley last updated
Insulating a conservatory roof might seem like an energy-efficient choice, but is it always the best one? We explore the different methods and which is best

By Sarah Harley last updated
We've rounded up kitchen island lighting ideas that don't just make your workspace functional, but keep your eating or entertaining spot warm and welcoming

By Sarah Harley Published
Getting to the bottom of any ground source heat problems isn't always as difficult as it appears. We explore the most common issues and the likely causes

By Sarah Harley Published
I installed and used a biomass boiler for around five years, and learning how to manage it was a fairly steep learning curve. Here's what I discovered about living with biomass

By Natasha Brinsmead, Sarah Harley last updated
If you're looking of ways to add a bedroom or home office, a Velux loft conversion can be a great solution. But what's involved? We explain in our expert guide

By Ian Rock, Sarah Harley last updated
Removing internal walls to create light-filled rooms is a popular trick amongst home renovators, but can be risky if you don't know how. Follow our expert guide to success

By Amy Willis, Sarah Harley last updated
The most important thing you need to establish before removing a wall is if it's load-bearing. Make sure follow this expert advice before you start any work

By Natasha Brinsmead, Sarah Harley last updated
Small porch ideas can still provide protection from the weather and add a stylish punctuation to your entrance. We've rounded up 17 ideas to help you pick yours
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