8 best Dutch ovens, from Le Creuset to affordable alternatives Food journalist Emma Henderson reviews the kitchen essential for baking, braising, stewing and beyond Evening Standard · 15h ago
Great Pottery Throw Down judge Keith Brymer Jones looks back: ‘Men like seeing me be emotional’ The potter and presenter on a tricky childhood, his religious calling for clay, and cross-dressing as Adele The Guardian - UK · Oct 18
Put down the pumpkin! How to create a cosy home this autumn – without the cliches From tactile textures to softer lighting, these expert-approved updates bring all the warmth of autumn while steering clear of Sleepy Hollow vibes The Guardian - UK · Oct 7
In 1984, Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter renovated 19 homes; 42 years later, 4,496 were built The Carter Work Project kicked off in September 1984, engaging volunteers to build homes for families in need. This remarkable initiative has since expanded worldwide, erecting shelters across numerous nations. In 2023, health constraints prevented the Carters from attending the event in Charlotte. To celebrate President Carter’s centenary in 2024,… The Times of India · Sep 30
South Carolina to pair 102-acre nature preserve with 50 affordable homes on Johns Island A new initiative on Johns Island will transform the Humbert Woods property for community benefit. The plan involves protecting 97 acres for conservation and using five acres for affordable housing. Sea Island Habitat for Humanity will build a 50-home community for local families earning below 80% of the area median… The Times of India · Sep 30
‘I may have turned into a sausage by the time you read this’: the best casserole dishes for stews and pasta sauces – tested With autumnal comfort food in mind, it’s time to find the perfect pot for pies, gratins and roasting. Our chef put nine casserole dishes, from Le Creuset to John Lewis, to the test The Guardian - UK · Sep 27
More than 1,000 volunteers built a four-bedroom house in 50 hours, launching 35-home community Over one thousand volunteers constructed a four-bedroom house in just fifty hours. This remarkable effort provided a new home for single mother Yadira Salas and her children. Volunteers worked in shifts, contributing their labor and skills to the rapid construction. Salas also actively participated, investing her own "sweat equity" into… The Times of India · Sep 11
Since 2007, New York's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has been milled into lumber after the holidays; the wood has helped build Habitat homes from New York to Mississippi Every year, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree becomes a holiday landmark in New York City. But since 2007, its story has continued after the decorations come down. Tishman Speyer donates the tree’s milled lumber to Habitat for Humanity, where it is used in homes and construction projects. The wood has… The Times of India · Sep 7
Tess Daly uses this £14 Habitat bestseller to brighten her home – it’s the essential decor item you’ll find in every stylish space If you crave colour this autumn, this stylish investment is not to be missed Ideal Home · Sep 4
Habitat Just Launched a New Sofa Bed With a Clever Pull-Out System That Stops It Looking as Clunky and Awkward as Other Sleeper Couches At first glance, you can't truly tell that it's a trundle bed — and therein lies its charm Livingetc · Aug 30
Habitat's New Minimalist-Style Side Table Stool Is an Elegant Way to Sneak More Storage Into a Small Space Kick your feet up, store extra throw blankets, or even rest a cup of coffee on this clever footstool Livingetc · Aug 28
These are the 3 places you should never hang a mirror – ‘You could end up making the room feel busier rather than bigger’ Avoid highlighting the wrong areas of your home with these pro tips Ideal Home · Aug 26
I’ve just found social media’s next viral obsession at Habitat – it’s the style update everyone will be using to make their bedrooms bolder this autumn I'm obsessed with these funky styles Ideal Home · Aug 22
Clever built-in storage doubled the space in this compact room and turned it into the ultimate multi-tasking home office and guest room There's now space to work and for guests to make themselves at home Ideal Home · Aug 21
Ideal Home · Aug 19 Argos has slashed the price of its garden furniture in half – I've tracked down the best bargain on pieces I can't believe are still in stock Snap up these great deals fast before they sell out!
Ideal Home · Aug 16 If you want a sofa that will stand the test of time and is easy to clean, get a leather sofa – these are the 12 best styles I’ve tried ‘Leather sofas have a timeless quality that makes them a great long-term investment’
Livingetc · Aug 15 Okay, What Is a 'Blate'? Here's Why You Absolutely Need One of These Homeware Hybrids In Your Kitchen Cupboard Part bowl, part plate — it's a signal of where dining habits are headed, and it honestly just makes life a lot easier
The Independent UK · Aug 13 Interior designer Sophie Conran on the rise of wellbeing-led design The homeware designer and author talks about her decorative style, and turning your bedroom into a sanctuary of calm. By Sam Wylie-Harris.
Livingetc · Aug 12 You'll Never Guess Where This Expensive-Looking 'Drape' Armchair Is From (and Good News, It's Not Actually Expensive) Got an awkward gap that an armchair would fit perfectly? For this price, you don't have to feel guilty about never actually sitting on it
Ideal Home · Aug 11 Habitat just launched a 'pillow' sofa bed for £235, and I think this soft and squishy look is about to become the next big trend I'm calling it – this is the new furniture trend you need on your radar
Ideal Home · Aug 11 This new armchair from Habitat’s autumn 2026 collection looks designer – but it’s under £300, so snap it up while you can I predict this £275 Habitat chair will be the ‘it’ buy of the coming season
Livingetc · Aug 11 This 'Double-Stacked' Trundle Sofa Pulls Out So Quickly and Turns Into a Generous King-Size Bed It transforms any living room into a hardworking space for small homes that love to host
The Independent UK · Aug 10 8 best solar lights to make your garden glow, tried and tested Dark, dreary garden? Not on our watch. Abha Shah finds the lightbulb moments for your outside space
Ideal Home · Aug 10 Clara Amfo shares the Habitat stacking stool she uses to add colour to her home –‘these are definite standout pieces’ It's a great choice if you have a small space, too
Ideal Home · Aug 9 Sorry, light blue, interior designers say these are the 3 calming shades the most stylish bedrooms are using instead in 2026 and beyond These subtle colour tweaks make all the difference