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‘Joyspanning’ is set to be a huge trend in 2026 – 5 ways interior design experts are making their homes more joyful this year

These five easy steps are the key to a happier home environment

Ideal Home · Jan 19

You've been warned – these are the 5 biggest kitchen mistakes designers always have to fix, plus what to do instead

Don't make the same mistakes

Ideal Home · Jan 17

I asked 7 interior designers how they make a living room feel cosy – these are the 5 non-negotiables they recommend to create a cocooning lounge like a pro

These are the 5 ways all interior designers agree you need to make a living room look and feel cosy

Ideal Home · Jan 15

All is quiet around this festive country home

Christmas is a magical time of year in a remote hamlet in the Yorkshire Dales, and this stone farmhouse feels even more cosy when surrounded by a frosty, wintry landscape

Ideal Home · Dec 26, 2025

The 'snowball' decluttering method will clear your home in time for Christmas – the pros say it’s great if decluttering makes you feel overwhelmed

Celebrate the small wins

Ideal Home · Dec 2, 2025

I write about sofas day in day out – these are the best times of the year to buy a new sofa, backed by experts (it's how I got mine half price)

And yes, Black Friday is one of them

Ideal Home · Nov 28, 2025

3 hosting tips that will get your kitchen guest-ready in less than 15 minutes - you'll want to have these in your repertoire this season

It's the small details that make a big difference

Ideal Home · Nov 15, 2025

A masterclass in maximalism decorating, this stunning home proves that more is more in the festive season

It's a masterclass in maximalism decorating

Ideal Home · Nov 15, 2025

This is the best kitchen layout for hosting – but these easy 3 tips will make any other layout more sociable too

Make your kitchen work hard for you

Ideal Home · Nov 9, 2025

How to choose the best coffee table for your small living room – experts reveal the 5 best styles for a tiny lounge

The ultimate guide to how and where to pick up a stylish and practical coffee table

Ideal Home · Oct 27, 2025