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Should my kitchen island have a sink? The pros and cons you need to consider before adding one in

Experts talk through everything you need to consider before adding a sink to your kitchen island design

Ideal Home

'A statement orange range cooker was the starting point for our new kitchen'

Having lived in a plain white kitchen for some years, this family decided to embrace bold colour when renovating the space

Ideal Home

Modern rustic kitchen tile ideas – 11 ways to add character and color to practical spaces

From hand-painted wall tiles to large stone pavers, these tile ideas are perfect for creating a modern rustic look

Homes & Gardens

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8 things I would do differently in my remodel if I was starting afresh

Taking on a house remodel is a huge task. Here are 8 things I would do differently if I had my time again, from going bolder with color and pattern to thinking through my electrics better

Homes & Gardens

Brown bathrooms are trending – but what do interior designers think about decorating with chocolate hues in the bathroom?

Discover the brown bathroom trends and ideas curated by top interior designers – from warm earthy tones to luxurious chocolate hues, find inspiration for your bathroom renovation here

Homes & Gardens

I'm embracing a slow renovating approach to my remodel – here's why you should consider it too

Embracing the joys of slow renovating is a refreshing approach that allows for greater satisfaction and a more mindful experience. Discover why taking your time can create a truly fulfilling home transformation

Homes & Gardens

If you don't yet know the home renovation trends for 2025, your project might just be missing out

Brush up on the latest home renovation trends to ensure the work you carry out will bring your property bang up to date

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Zwift unveils its biggest cycling esports competition after losing out on hosting the World Champs

The Zwift Games will consist of three races for men and women: the Sprint, Epic and Hill championships

Cycling Weekly

‘We didn't have a large pot of money – doing most of the jobs ourselves has helped hugely’

These hands-on homeowners achieved stunning results when renovating their home and garden – with a little help from family and friends

Ideal Home

'I loved the colours of the Sowden kettle, so I made that the starting point for the kitchen'

A humble kitchen appliance inspired the look of this bold and bright extended kitchen – now the perfect space to entertain

Ideal Home

Taking on a house that no one else wanted gave these homeowners their dream home

A vacant house that had been on the market for a long time due to its state of disrepair became this couple's dream family home

Ideal Home

Holding our nerve: a renovation that grew and grew

A stunning conversion of a home that began with a lick of paint

The Guardian - UK

'We built a smart new loft conversion for more space'

We asked an architect how building a stylish new loft conversion for more space has added an extra two bedrooms and a bathroom with stunning views

Ideal Home

'Our house is where family and friends congregate – just like it used to be'

This homeowner went on a sentimental journey when she transformed her nan's old house into the perfect home for modern family life

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'We designed a sustainable, future-proofed family home'

We asked an architect how remodelling and extending this property has helped create a spacious and thermally efficient home for the future

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'I loved renovating our period flat so much I've started a new career as an interior designer'

This DIY transformation is the perfect showcase for the owners' new businesses: interior design and selling stylish concrete sinks

Homes & Gardens

8 small pantry mistakes you can make when adding one to your kitchen – and how to avoid them

Adding a small pantry to your kitchen? Before you get carried away with the thought of all that extra storage, just be aware of these obvious mistakes and know how to avoid them...

Ideal Home

21 warm and inviting country kitchen ideas to add charm to the heart of your home

Give the heart of your home a taste of rural life with our top country kitchen ideas

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Candy stripes and pom poms: how interior designer Laura Stephens used pattern and texture to transform her tired Dulwich home

Trad period details blend effortlessly with colourful, contemporary chic in the south London home of interior designer Laura Stephens.

Evening Standard

How one architect transformed a bedsit into a sustainable family home — making his vision for London housing a reality

Faced with a rundown east London house, Richard and Kristina Andrews transformed it intoa sustainable family home. Emma Wells learns howthey are setting a new standard for renovations

Ideal Home

Kitchen island lighting ideas to add ambience to a cooking space

Whether cooking, eating or socialising lighting makes your island shine bright

Ideal Home

13 pointless home improvements that won't add value to your house — and 6 that will

These projects might not be worth the investment if you're looking to increase your home's value

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