<![CDATA[ Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating in Design-ideas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/tag/design-ideas Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ 13 cottage garden patio ideas that turn any seating area into a flower-filled retreat ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/cottage-garden-patio-ideas xrSk66XQ88SEiYmxHk2mKe Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 24 ways to bring your cottage garden ideas to life – regardless of the style, shape or size of your garden ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/cottage-garden-ideas e6U6DgVX89rDLwfX7MW8Qe Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My bedroom and home office need to break-up as I'm losing sleep. Here's what I'm considering as a temporary solution to keep the peace ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bedroom/bedroom-home-office-temporary-screening-solutions W9wEzE9joKky28bybXciSK Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why using the 'peek-a-boo' paint trend is as easy as child's play — when you know how ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/peek-a-boo-paint-trend JgcgjMTESuXQew5QRcq3Uo Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:08:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ Want a spacious, bright new kitchen that feels connected to your garden? An L-shaped kitchen extension is exactly what you need ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/extension/kitchen-extension/l-shaped-kitchen-extension-ideas AJqy97NpejRpQnsDcvng7B Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can a single storey timber frame home still provide you with a house for life? These 10 ideas suggest it can ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/timber-frame/single-storey-timber-frame-homes-ideas BgPP683sRGZoWAq8nhkk9k Sun, 14 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:38:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ Move over kitchen islands there's a new kid on the block – dining rooms are back in fashion ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/are-dining-rooms-back-in-fashion dYfZdjcvzmanVnQ8uPXA5F Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Designing with neurodiversity in mind – 6 key principles to creating an inclusive living space drawn from first hand experience and expert advice ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/self-build/designing-with-neurodiversity-in-mind y2GqtFDHd2q9SFvKY7in65 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Neither bland nor boring, white kitchen ideas are on the rise and here's why leading kitchen experts love designing them ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/white-kitchen-ideas KPEqe8ewUHfoquKMyt4CNj Sun, 12 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:28:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dreaming of an organised wardrobe? 12 expert-approved dressing room ideas for a stylish, tidy space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bedroom/dressing-room-ideas uCNXtom5Qzzyq6oCmdJPTY Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:09:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ These bedroom radiator ideas won't just keep you warm, but will make sure your bedroom always looks its best ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/heating/bedroom-radiator-ideas WHD3gRqUbXBBr7CoRxxjoC Sat, 27 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 living room radiator ideas that won't fail to bring the heat ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/heating/living-room-radiator-ideas S7dwNTP5yaqDYoZjFXjAfd Sun, 21 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:22:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 successful home office lighting ideas that promote productivity without making your style redundant ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/lighting/home-office-lighting-ideas xZbkFZyRhRiHRW54GewEN3 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've renovated countless houses and although some experts say blue is tricky to use in interiors, here's how I'd use the Dulux Colours of the Year 2026 ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/dulux-colours-of-the-year-2026 4x24gHGvzQxZhte9jfNjsF Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:14:35 +0000 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:45:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Modern lighting ideas don't just mean minimalist or futuristic; it’s about striking a balance between form and function' – discover 13 ways to get it right ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/lighting/modern-lighting-ideas fDkLidN3DFjDgwvQtcK7Fj Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 11 loft bedroom decorating ideas so dreamy you'll never want to leave ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/loft-bedroom-decorating-ideas wQTD8JsSKGzETUjjDvXKUo Sat, 26 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ 12 oak frame porch ideas that are pretty, practical and can be sized to suit ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/oak-frame-porch-ideas pRwbkPT9PFCbYQyozhVFm Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:38:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Desk disputes leading to office politics at home? These shared home office ideas will ensure everyone has their own space — and retains their sanity ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/shared-home-office-ideas g2nnEAepCD37EfYGxstN3j Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ Interior designers reveal the forgotten area in your home that could be the solution to finding space for an office ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/home-office-on-landing-ideas zvhxYcGWX58fgU8oAf6mVB Sat, 21 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ These genius wheelie bin storage ideas are how savvy homeowners keep their rubbish hidden from sight – and avoid potential fines too ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/wheelie-bin-storage-ideas w8RafHVtchftmyUBd5LWRA Tue, 17 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why thinking out of the box is the best approach when looking for loft conversion storage ideas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/loft-conversion-storage-ideas xMUpF5ZaTbnAaSxXeCWnLo Sun, 15 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to design a boot room to deal with mud and soggy footwear in style ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/boot-room-design HU9tdt86SRRywHrRJMjw2e Sat, 03 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ 13 eco-friendly and stylish ideas to help you find ways to re-use brick in a garden ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/ways-to-reuse-brick-in-a-garden faNH7SCfn4SKfBn2gQeW8P Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Split level design — could using staggered levels give your home the step up it needs? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/split-level-design iKFAWzw6CVzkeaSbP47wrX Sat, 19 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ The best living room extension ideas should expand your space and improve your outdoor connection. We explore five that perfectly meet the brief ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/living-room-extension-ideas zDSxEMuMng2394aZPnJbok Sat, 05 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ Kitchen wallpaper ideas will change the way you view your walls. Here's 14 ideas to whet your appetite ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/kitchen-wallpaper-ideas xhGaxreAuSpKSx7mSfMjkR Tue, 25 Mar 2025 08:00:10 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ 15 charming farmhouse kitchen lighting ideas that celebrate countrycore style ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/kitchen-farmhouse-lighting-ideas cfRY3UUJWNYXvzydq5WXZ7 Sat, 01 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:56:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ These are 5 hotel bathroom ideas experts say won't work in your home, plus 5 you can include instead ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/hotel-bathroom-ideas LEUXJqdj4XYu4GBoD5WR48 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ 9 Japanese bathroom ideas to embrace — and the one to avoid adding to your wash space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/japanese-bathroom-ideas 6XY2zqJCTRUkCX7KRy4TEg Sun, 16 Feb 2025 08:00:30 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ Does a pantry add value? Yes say the experts but make sure you add these key elements into the mix ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/does-a-pantry-add-value nFQEBNWvWXLdoqRRmA6C2c Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ What is bookmatching and could this luxurious finish elevate your kitchen design? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/bookmatching hS5NGwEFQ3dtDkLL43gM2G Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should you have a sink on a kitchen island? Design experts reveal the pros and cons of this sink location ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/should-you-have-a-sink-on-a-kitchen-island Z2wBCKEcvMMeMfPMBxuWEe Sun, 02 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ 15 cottage kitchen ideas to transform your cooking space into a whimsical hideaway ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/cottage-kitchen-ideas zWSiRjzjh8dxm86rpzUpfP Sat, 01 Feb 2025 08:00:10 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:56:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are open plan bathrooms only for the brave, or are they a concept worth considering in your bathroom design? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/open-plan-bathroom 4vXhK9McMSwgXQbUo8aDiA Sat, 01 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ The four kitchen island mistakes to avoid at all costs, according to interior designers ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/kitchen-island-mistakes FubfKLUrR4C3ysHgPLTzAA Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can you mix and match colours in a kitchen? Experts say yes — but only when you combine the right ingredients ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/can-you-mix-and-match-colours-in-a-kitchen kbfpnGecsa8EV3zEVNLeUV Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:00:10 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ These are the 8 smart kitchen ideas I'll be considering when I next upgrade my cooking space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/smart-kitchen-ideas 7rEH2Diqrhmfsqnv5hU72a Sat, 11 Jan 2025 06:00:30 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ Split level kitchen island ideas are on the rise. We've got 10 designs we're confident won't divide opinion ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/split-level-kitchen-island-ideas f2ER5bN2GysjGA2JFHtsrF Thu, 19 Dec 2024 07:00:10 +0000 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:32:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 15 cottage bathroom ideas will transform a washroom even in the smallest of spaces ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/cottage-bathroom-ideas 6iU3mfdouhyXSL3539DJEc Sat, 14 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is hanging curtains in a kitchen a recipe for disaster? Experts say they're the perfect ingredient if you follow these 3 golden rules ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/hanging-curtains-in-a-kitchen gkGcdFmDyuEPPbQQTpQJwG Mon, 09 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:46:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ These walk in pantry ideas live rent free in my head — and it's time to share them with you ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/idea/walk-in-pantry-ideas k5Vzecw7wgN3rbow6KdrAj Sun, 08 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:53:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Timber, sustainability and well-being — how a contemporary home will look in 2025 ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/contemporary-home cdKFXrkDLyKwVf83NTLad4 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:46:37 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ Blues, greens and unexpected pairings — we lift the lid on the 2026 paint trends and how to use them in your home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/paint-trends cpFFNwrwPGSgeYgfMSGySB Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:00:20 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:13:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ These are the home extension trends predicted to be popular in 2025 ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/home-extension-trends LuTZUg6qCEK8N9WtzQpbZB Sun, 17 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:57:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ 12 brick extension ideas to help inspire your home expansion plans ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/brick-extension-ideas CqheqdpWrEYy48doakRLKc Sat, 09 Nov 2024 06:00:10 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:56:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ Looking for the best hallway lighting? Where to buy our favourite illuminations ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/where-to-buy-the-best-hallway-lighting gDSapwimUTCSHMCHeDFxDG Mon, 28 Oct 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:47:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ Struggling to find a stylish and practical hallway finish? Try hallway panelling ideas say the experts as there's a style to suit every home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/hallway-panelling-ideas fTRaXh39JC67vmytH2FuCN Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:01:20 +0000 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:30:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ 11 log burner surround ideas that will frame your stove in style ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/log-burner-surround-ideas PfEy2fS9mFi3kpK2gpKCyY Thu, 10 Oct 2024 05:00:20 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:56:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ 12 freestanding log burner ideas to bring warmth and style to your interior design ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/freestanding-log-burner-ideas 35ZvVvR899YKgDZADnebfP Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:56:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 clever lighting ideas for small bathrooms that shine ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/1lighting-ideas-for-small-bathrooms 2yrkkDEyQk5xkx9pH7ook9 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:56:48 +0000