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EDITOR’S LETTER

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Hi there!

ABOVE: Give your home workspace a nifty refresh, p47 LEFT: High-street picks to update your room scheme, p8 BELOW: Standout style that ticks the boxes, p79

IIf my role as project manager ffor the Young house rrenovations was subject tto an annual performance rreview, I think it’s safe to say tthat h I would ld not be getting a bonus this year.

O Output is well below target, deadlines have been missed, and team communication has been poor. But that does leave room for improvement in 2022! We’ve had planning approval through for a new kitchen extension, but as work on that is looking unlikely to happen anytime before the summer (we’re still stuck on a fruitless hunt for a builder), I’m determined that we will make progress by decorating other rooms in the meantime. The one advantage of multiple periods of self-isolation at the end of last year? Lots of headspace for planning.

That bad performance review may actually be the kickstart I needed!

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Inside…

Love it Inspiring homes and room makeovers

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Stylish musthave finds at high-street prices

Regulars 3 60

Do it

Weekend projects, DIY advice and styling tips

ED’S LETTER Come on in!

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BLUE MOODS Page 12

Make it

Step-by-step craft ideas and upcycling how-tos

Cook it Our fave recipes and top foodie buys

63

Fab kitchen re-freshes

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‘IT’S FULL OF HISTORICAL CHARM!’ Charlie’s forever family home was once the old village forge

34

‘I’VE EXPRESSED MY STYLE VOICE’ Moody hues and a botanical vibe transformed Sarah’s 1920s semi

48

‘WE LOVE URBAN ECLECTIC STYLE’ Rachel created a cool family apartment from a rundown rental

80

TRY A SPEEDY STYLE UPDATE Fun and creative ideas to make the most of your home

88

‘WE THOUGHT OUTSIDE THE BOX’ A clever kitchen revamp gave Jane the space to suit her family’s needs

94

‘THE INSPIRATION IS FROM JAPAN’ Memories of a trip were the starting point for Tracey’s spa-style bathroom

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RETRO GEOMETRICS Mix bold arty patterns for a plush 1970s look

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BEST IN STORE Our pick of the best high-street trends for the new season

11

HIGH-STREET NEWS The scoop on what’s hot right now in three of our favourite homeware stores

12

BRIGHT SKIES Fresh looks inspired

by Dulux’s Colour of the Year

14

COTTAGE CORE How to create cosy nostalgic style by adding just enough vintage touches

30

RUSTIC COUNTRY Pared-back neutrals for a relaxed timeless mood

44

MAXIMAL BOTANIST Jungle prints and dark tones conjure this look

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URBAN BOHEMIA Channelling industrial style with glam touches

93

BOLD CONTRAST Punchy red against glossy white and warm oak

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URBAN CHIC Page 58

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A Japanese feel in Tracey’s bathroom

CONTENTS

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EASTERN ESCAPE Sanctuary style with jade green and mono accents

122 TEN UNDER £10 Purse-friendly treats for a cosy night in

Do it

18

Country charm at Charlie’s listed home

47

CORK NOTICEBOARD Use pot stands to create a quirky display

62

RATTAN SIDEBOARD Upcycle an old piece of furniture

63

THE STYLE BOOK Browse our fabulous ideas for updating your kitchen, from colour-block to chic Shaker

74

MAKE EVERY SPACE WORK HARDER Display, upcycling and storage ideas to make life easier

79

FLOATING SHELVES Put up box nooks painted the same colour as your wall, and add your treasures

92

UPGRADE DOORS Switch kitchen cupboard fronts and fascias

98

MAKING SPACE WORK Savvy ideas for an awkward-shaped bathroom

102 FIND A SMART SOLUTION Genius ways to make everyday life easier

110

104 TILE COASTERS Turn leftover tiles into handy drinks mats

105 10-MINUTE DECLUTTER Speedy

Brunch goodies

tidy-up solutions

106 HOW TO RESEAL YOUR BATHTUB Sound advice on replacing sealant

107 DO IT YOURSELF Be handy at home 108 TILED TRAY TABLE Create a

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decorative piece with spare tiles

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Creative decor projects

109 MAKE IT YOURSELF The latest

workshops, books and must-haves

Cook it 101 LATEST TRENDS Page 8

MINI CARROT CAKE LOAVES Bake our tempting sweet treats

110 MAKE THE WEEKEND BRILLIANT Lazy brunch recipes

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SUPERMARKET NEWS Pop these on the grocery list

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RETRO GEOMETRICS

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Checkerboard rug, £199; Minky velvet cushion, £25; Jiggle printed cushion, £22; The Side cabinet, £349; vases, from £35; Boucle pouffe, £99, all Henry Holland at Freemans

When mixing up pattern scales on cushions and soft furnishings, pick out one or two unifying colours to make it work

THIS MONTH’S

3 of the best…

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SCULPTURAL VASES

Cleo rib column vase, £28, Very

Hector vase, vase £15, Abode Home

Triple bubble vase, £23, Sass & Belle

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The fashion designer Henry Holland’s debut collection with Freemans features bold arty prints with plush ’70s geometrics – there are vases with curvy attitude and rustic sculptural flair, and as for the ribbed tables... we’re obsessed!

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Best IN STORE

Refre esh your room schemes for the new season with our pick of the latest high-street trends Finn metal oversized pendant light, £49.50

Cotton geometric embroidered cushion, £12.50

Splatter ceramic medium vase, £12.50

Jumbo stripe mug, £5

M&S

Nord bedside table, £199

Combine simple shapes and refreshing colours for an uplifting scheme Nord bed, £649

Milan large octagonal wall mirror, £69

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BEST IN STORE

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Steel Rosanna cushion, £42

Hanover pale French Grey side table, £275

Petal Brigette cushion, £50

Laura Ashley

GLAMOUR

Tate wood-painted candlestick table lamp base, £59

Soft pastels and painted furniture create a sophisticated look

Gold Daphne rug, from £150

Dark Blush Pink Payton throw, £65

Hanover pale French Grey three-door sideboard, £995

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BEST IN STORE

Faux floral trailing ivy, £16

Kiso brass and opal pendant light, £95

Japonica coasters, £10 for four

Kayleigh drinks trolley, £125

Habitat

EASTERN PROMISE

Create a sophisticated look using Japanese influences and luxe metallics J

Metal wire coffee table, £200

Crane cushion, £10

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Large glass planter, £14

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT

Crane table lamp, £45

NEWS

Starkvind air purifier table, £150, Ikea

Table lamp, £79, 2LG at Made

Hiddentech

Ikea has launched its first smart air purifier, controlled by the Ikea Home smart app, but don’t expect to part with your money for an unsightly boxy unit. The Starkvind not only removes up to 95% of dust, allergens and VOCs from your home, but much like Ikea’s other smart technology (such as speaker lamps), the unit has been ingeniously designed so that it slips seamlessly into your room scheme. It doubles up as a side table, and has clever solutions for storing and hiding the power cable.

Wavy round mirror, £159, 2LG at Made

TWO’S COMPANY As seen in design duo 2LG Studio’s magnolia-busting roles in Changing Rooms, their interior design style is all about refreshing palettes with pattern and sculptural forms. Collabs include wallpapers at Graham & Brown and rugs with Floor Story; the latest is with Made, reflecting the 2LG signature style with arcs and wiggly edges in minimalist hues.

Buy it

High-street

Poppyfield sofa in Pink, £1,399, French Connection at DFS

NEWS

Accent chair, £349, 2LG at Made

What’s new, what’s hot now… you heard it here first!

It’s everywhere!

HAND-MARBLED FINISHES

VINTAGE VIBE

MAGICAL MOVEMENT

Mojito cushion in Green, £26, Louise Mead

LIGHTING UP TIME

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Empire shade in Roya Green/Blue, £74, Pooky

LOVELY BUBBLY

Wastepaper bin, £8.99, Oxfam Shop

GIVE US A SWIRL

Teal marbled A5 notebook, £7, Aim Studio Co

Poppyfield, French Connection’s Moroccan-inspired rug, has become a cult classic, so much so that it’s now part of its sofa range at DFS. It brings warm colour and pattern to a plain space or ups the boho-maximalist vibe if layered with more print on walls, floors and cushions.

‘Artisan-inspired textiles, such as woven rugs and tapestries, offer a grounding effect, with the opportunity to be reinvented, updated and layered in interesting ways to create fresh looks that merge old with new,’ says Louise Petersen, head of design innovation at DFS.

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BAKE OFF

CHILL ON THE SOFA

Twilight Stars kitchen double oven glove, £17.99, Walton & Co

GEO PILLOW

Clarity tufted shapes cushion, £12, Matalan

SKY HIGH

Pottery glass pendant in Light Blue Grey, £49.95, Cuckooland

LUSTY GLAZE

Remi ceramic mug, £12.50, Oliver Bonas

PAINT UPDATE

Dulux Walls & Ceilings Bright Skies matt emulsion, £17.76 for 2.5ltr, Dulux

SWEET DREAMS

Storm Clouds duvet cover set, from £10, George Home

Trend spotting

BRIGHT SKIES

KINTSUGI STYLE

Large Blue smoked ridged glass vase, £6, Primark

Revitalise your decor with Dulux’s Colour of the Year

TIDY IT AWAY

T

he secret’s out! Dulux has announced its Colour of the Year 2022, Bright Skies. This fresh and airy shade of blue has an uplifting feel, perfect for breathing new life into your decor. Inspired by clear blue skies, this spring-ready tone looks great on walls, and offers a soft accent colour on upholstery and lighting. Pair with soothing pastels or team with neutrals for a laidback scheme.

COASTAL COOL Mermaid water bottle, £30, Village Green

FLAME ON

SCHOOL’S OUT

Mustard Made lockers, £129, Rose & Grey

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FRUITY FEEL Sweet Berries poster, from £8.95, Desenio

FEET UP

Anderson footstool in checkerboard weave Duck Egg Blue, £199, Cult Furniture

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT

Candle pot in Bakers Blue, £8, Loaf

BRIGHT SKIES

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IDEA TO STEAL

Swap over paint colours on the chimney breast to make it into a feature

Java four-seater sofa in Bright Skies, £799, DFS

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The New Look

COTTAGECORE

Conjure up this nostalgic style with rustic materials and classic prints

1. Open storage

Swap closed-in cabinets for shelving and rail hooks to create a relaxed, eclectic finish. Use baskets to hide clutter, keep daily essentials such as utensils, mugs and plates within easy reach, and add jars to store dry goods.

2. Country classics

Insert those ‘beautility’ staples – simple stripes and window pane checks for kitchen textiles – and cosy up the space with plaid cushions and throws. Animal motifs and wall art showing rural landscapes add to the retreat style.

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NEW LOOK

Pendant light, £16.99; enamel pot, £16.99; wall art, £29.99; kettle, £19.99; leather stool, £99.99, all Homesense

Buy it

SMOOTH FINISH

Large enamel shade, £65, Dyke & Dean

NEW NOSTALGIA 12-piece dinner set in Rust Speckle, £40, Habitat

HANG TOUGH

Hovolm rack, £12, Ikea

Nail the style

3. Pick enamel

This vintage-inspired style picks up on traditional materials like enamelware. Drop a low-level enamel pendant shade over the dining table, and stack tin mugs and jugs, beautiful bakeware and pots on shelving for a nostalgic nod.

RURAL RETREAT Mix utility style with raw finishes

WOOD WORKS Plant in wooden trough, £18, Matalan

WARM TONES

Ceramic jug, £20, Habitat

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4. Honest materials

You don’t need a range cooker to add warmth; ramp up the rustic vibe with natural materials.

Terracotta ovenware, grainy wood furniture and utensils, plus accents of tan leather will inject an organic, handmade feel.

BRAIDED TOP Rattan stool, £69.99, H&M Home

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‘It’s full of HIS LIGHTEN UP

‘The glazed door allows borrowed light to flood into this space’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Charlie Gooch, 43, a freelance nutritionist, and I live here with my husband Andy, an engineer, and our children, twins Beatrice and Alice, 10, and William, seven.

MY HOME A five-bedroom, Grade II-listed detached house encompassing the old village forge, near Tunbridge Wells, Kent.

WHEN WE MOVED IN The layout was unusual and the configuration of rooms didn’t suit us, but we loved the house’s connection to history.

AND NOW We brought in builders and an architect to help transform the property into a unique family home we can continue to grow into.

STYLE TIP Take time to research your dream look and don’t do anything too rash. I spent hours pulling together mood boards to inspire the feel of each room.

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Use art, accessories and houseplants to pick out a fresh green scheme’

DETACHED HOUSE

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TORICAL CHARM’

Doing up a quirky house partly built in 1710 was a challenge, but Charlie and her husband Andy were confident they could turn it into their forever home

W

e’d lived in military accommodation for years, as Andy had been in the army,’ says Charlie. ‘So one of the things we were most excited about in this next stage of our lives was owning our own house and putting our stamp on it. We couldn’t wait to get the search started and were determined to find the right property to turn into our dream family home.

Sense of history

FRESH TOUCH

‘Green is a key colour in the scheme. It makes the room feel fresh and balances the cosy textures to create a contemporary feel’

Scouring the villages near Tunbridge Wells in Kent, we came across this house and were drawn in at once by its historical feel and original features. The enormous sitting room had once been the village forge, where the horses would have been brought in to be shod many years ago. It still had the remains of a huge fireplace, beautiful beams and incredibly high ceilings. While we loved all the historical elements, we knew we’d have to contend with its unusual layout.

The original cottage part of the house, which dates back to 1710, had three small bedrooms on the first floor. The previous owners had added a kitchen extension and renovated the basement underneath. You had to walk through the kitchen to get to a further two bedrooms. It was unlike any other house we’d seen and not really suitable for us and our three young children, so we put together a plan to update the space.

Changing the layout

To make the space work for family living, we decided to reconfigure the three first-floor bedrooms into two

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TIMELESS MIX

‘To balance old and new, we’ve decorated the room with contemporary furniture and retrostyle accessories’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘A wood-burning stove brings a cosy feel to any space’

ORIGINAL BACKDROP

‘The expanse of exposed brick wall makes a great background for displaying pieces’

COSY ADDITIONS

‘The ceilings are high, so we’ve used textures to make it feel warm.

Alongside the exposed beams and brickwork, we’ve layered cushions, throws and rugs’

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DETACHED HOUSE

3 of the best CONSOLE TABLES Use these flexible pieces for storage or display

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bigger bedrooms, as well as a large shower room. We turned the loft space into a bedroom with an en suite for Andy and myself. We left the basement extension as it was, for guests, as there was already a modern bathroom down there, which makes it nice and private, away from the main house.

When the children are teenagers, I imagine they’ll probably take it over, so it’s a house with plenty of options.

Bringing in the cavalry HANDY HIDEAWAY Orson console desk, light wood, £229, Cult Furniture

COLOUR BLOCK

Arcadia Navy console table, £207.95, The House Office

MINIMALIST FRAME Mango wood and iron console table £320, Rose & Grey

Once we’d figured out a plan, finding the right architect was next on the list.

As it’s a Grade II-listed building we needed someone knowledgeable a about all the restrictions and planning permissions. We asked around the p village until Tim Marshall’s name v

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SMART SHELVES

‘The ladder storage fits the rustic elements of our home and means that essentials are easily accessible’

‘LADDER SHELVES ARE A GREAT OPTION,ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU’RE WORKING WITH OLD, UNEVEN WALLS THAT ARE TYPICAL IN A PERIOD PROPERTY’ , arranged to see him. His ideas were impressive yet practical and he even figured out a way of giving us the roll-top bath and separate shower we’d been dreaming of for our en suite. When it came to meeting builders, we had the same considerations, as we wanted someone who was used to the quirks of old houses. We were lucky to find a talented carpenter, who did all the woodwork in the main bedroom suite, as well as LJ Fletcher Builders, who were fantastic at keeping me sane throughout

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. a challenge to establish our role with the builders, and to manage the awkward conversations that inevitably happen on a project like this, but I’m so happy with how it turned out. They completely understood how to work with a house like ours.

Finding my style

I could see it was going to be a delicate job coming up with a decorating scheme that blended the old and new parts of the house, and I soon realised I needed

DETACHED HOUSE

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EASY UPDATES

‘With a kitchen extension added more than 10 years ago, I was pleased the units were still in good order, so it was more of a question of styling than pulling everything out’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Opt for dark wooden dining chairs to add depth and ground a large kitchen extension’

Do it! GET BUILDING CONSENT To carry out renovations on a listed building that may change the building’s character, architecture or historic value, you’ll need to get written building consent from your local planning authority.

To apply, you’ll need a completed application form, site plans, and detailed drawings for specific items of work.

The full list of documents can be found on your local authority’s website.

First, check with your local authority conservation officer as to what type of consent is needed for your project. This is important for buildings with a Grade I or II.

Carrying out unauthorised works to a listed building is a criminal offence and can result in heavy penalties, so it’s not worth taking the risk!

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FAMILY SPACE

‘The front room has been turned into a snug with strong blue tones, pops of gold, and plenty of bird motifs everywhere’

Make it!

TILE A FIREPLACE SURROUND Starting at the centre, apply mortar to the bottom of the surround and carve notches with a trowel.

Set the first tile against the centre line and work your way out to the right. Use ¼in spacers between each tile. Work in small sections at a time so the mortar doesn’t dry out.

Repeat the process on the left side.

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For the second row, place the first tile straddling the centre line. Work your way to the right and left as before. Continue staggering the tile placement all the way up the surround.

Remove spacers once the mortar is dry, then wipe the tiles with a damp sponge. Apply grout to fill the joints.

Remove excess with a damp sponge.

‘ANIMAL ELEMENTS, FROM WILD HARES TO PARROT FEATURE IN EVERY ROOM AND TIE THE SCHEME TOGETHER’ .

Danecia Scheepers of Uplift Home helped me to find my own style. I was determined not to be beige and boring, which meant that some of my initial ideas, like acres of marble in the en suite, were a bit too bold! Instead I focused on good layout and how larger items would fit within this, and I rediscovered my love for Moroccan-inspired interiors, which was key to making the scheme cohesive.

When it came to accessories, I picked the theme of wild animals and it’s

DETACHED HOUSE

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Mix up plain and patterned curtain fabric to add wow to your window dressing’

SNUGGLE UP

‘We invested in a blue velvet sofa from DFS for extra comfort and hung a gallery wall of parrot pictures behind to carry on the animal theme’

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Utilise tight spaces to include clever storage hidden within the headboard’

CALM SANCTUARY

‘We turned the loft into our bedroom suite and painted the walls a relaxing shade to create our own upstairs oasis’

‘BECAUSE IT’S A GRADE II-LISTED HOUSE,WE NEEDED PROFESSIONALS TO HELP,WHO WERE WELL VERSED IN RESTRICTIONS AND PERMISSIONS’ fantastic how it’s drawn everything together. I’ve got everything from a hare lamp to deer head coat hooks!

Learning curve

We definitely encountered a few hurdles along the way, which is to be expected during a project this big. One crucial thing I’ve picked up is how important it is to measure fixtures! We had a couple of disasters where we bought things without measuring properly and found they didn’t fit. Also, taking the time to

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research what look you want and not rushing into things is key. I found that pulling together mood boards really helped me imagine the look and colour palette of each room. I spent hours online, searching through magazines and window shopping for inspiration.

Forever home

With everything finally finished, we can now enjoy having a house that’s our very own. I love every room we’ve renovated, but I think my favourite would have to

MADE TO FIT

‘To accommodate the sloping roof our carpenter made wardrobes to fit the space. We then added gold handles’

DETACHED HOUSE

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Love Charlie’s style? Shop her look on PAGE 30

RAISE YOUR GAME

‘We solved the storage issue in William’s bedroom with colourful metal lockers and a bunk bed with space for a desk underneath’

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DETACHED HOUSE SO RELAXING

‘I’ve made the guest bedroom feel welcoming and warm by hanging pretty curtains and layering cushions and throws’

FEATURE STEPHANIE SMITH/GEORGIE RODGERS PHOTOGRAPHS COLIN POOLE

‘TO GIVE A BEDROOM A COHESIVE LOOK - AND TO BRING THE OUTDOORS IN - CHOOSE CURTAINS AND CUSHIONS IN MATCHING BUTTERFLY PRINT FABRIC’ be our living room, the old village forge.

The exposed sandstone, high ceilings and massive fireplace make it a stunning space for entertaining. We’ve had some memorable parties in there! If I’m relaxing, though, I’ll head straight for our cosy snug to put my feet up, or I’ll pop outside to the decking with a G&T once the children are in bed. The redevelopment of this house took some very imaginative thinking from everyone involved and, at times, it felt like we were trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Now, we’re thrilled with what we’ve achieved and see ourselves being here for a long time.’

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Where to buy Charlie’s style

MILLIE & ROSE ‘I’ve known the owner since I was eight and her taste is exquisite. I particularly love the lampshades we’ve chosen.’

TRACY ROBERTS TEXTILES ‘For hand-finished curtains and cushions that are thoughtfully designed, and a personal, friendly service.’

MUSTARD ‘Their bright metal lockers add fun to a bedroom.’

CULT FURNITURE ‘Whether you’re looking for a contemporary piece or a timeless classic, they’ve got affordable furniture to suit all.’

MADE FOR TWO

‘The double basin was at the top of my wish list for our en suite’

£14.89

Showcase delicate botanical prints.

Archive fauna cushion, WALTON & CO

£35

Make a space feel larger with this enchanting window pane mirror, HABITAT

£135

Introduce a touch of whimsy with this Hetty hare table lamp, GRAHAM & GREEN

Buy Charlie’s style…

RUSTIC COUNTRY Reclaimed materials and calming neutrals come together to create a timeless scheme

C

harlie has enhanced the historic features of her Grade II-listed home by choosing a sympathetic palette of pared-back neutrals.

Her love of animals has inspired pieces such as the quirky hare lamp and botanical print cushions. Reclaimed materials and classic shaped furnishings like the buttonback chairs complement the brick walls and original beams, while skilfully positioned lighting makes the space feel welcoming.

SOFT TO TOUCH

£24.99

Stylish storage for firewood and kindling.

Large woven basket, TK MAXX

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£39.99

Add texture with a cosy blanket.

Gallery tonal woven throw, VERY

£250

Perfect for adding extra storage into a spare nook.

Southbourne shelf ladder, GARDEN TRADING

STIC COUNTRY

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£85

Take inspiration from elegant French interiors. Grand Paris pendant light, GARDEN TRADING

£99

Introduce pattern within a seating area. Merrow wool diamond floor rug, CULT FURNITURE

CAST A GLOW

£118.80

£299.99

Stand back and admire the tapered legs of this Ivor tripod floor lamp, DAR LIGHTING

Sink into this classic button-back Padstow armchair in Wheat, THE RANGE

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT

£45

Why not use this turned wood hurricane as a planter instead of a candle holder?

NEXT

£399.99

£12

These extra large faux pampas grasses come complete with a glass vase, PRIMARK

Provides additional storage in a hallway.

Boston natural solid oak and metal console table, OAK FURNITURELAND

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NAMESAKE

‘I got the letters from The Wooden Letters Company to add a modern edge’

‘I’ve expressed

COME ON IN!

T ME I’m Sarah Haigh, 37, an eBay manager for the RSPCA. I live here with my husband Darryl, 34, a design engineer, and our children Elsie, 12, and Woody, six.

MY HOME A 1920s four-bed semi in Meltham, Huddersfield, bought in 2016 (@haighyshomeinyorkshire).

WHEN WE MOVED IN The kitchen felt disjointed with not enough storage and the bathroom carpet had to go! Most of the walls were beige, which just isn’t me.

AND NOW We’ve added a downstairs loo, replaced the family bathroom and updated the existing kitchen.

Every room’s been redecorated in dark, cosy tones with pops of colour.

STYLE TIP Use paint samples on every wall to see how the light hits.

The colour will change through the day and look different on each wall.

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Buy it Shop Sarah’s style PAGE 44

1920S SEMI

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my STYLE VOICE’ GOING BOLD

IDEA TO STEAL

‘3D wall decor looks great surrounded by a vintage picture frame’

‘With such a big window, I knew the living room could take a darker colour, so I chose a colour match of Farrow & Ball’s Off Black’

Faced with beige walls and floors, Sarah has gradually given each room of her 1920s semi a moody, eclectic palette with pastel pops throughout

A

fter having our son Woody, we soon outgrew our two-bedroom terraced home in Linthwaite near Huddersfield,’ says Sarah.

‘It was on a main road but we wanted a semi or detached house on a quieter street with parking and a garden.

While searching for other properties online, I’d scrolled past this house a few times but it was too expensive at £245,000.

Our initial budget was £200,000, but it soon crept up to £220,000. We took a chance and decided to view it, even though it was over budget.

The couple had seven children and when I saw their daughters baking together in the kitchen, their son playing violin in the living room and another upstairs reading a book, I knew it would be a lovely family home. Although the decor was very beige, the big kitchen and garden clinched it. Having overpaid on our mortgage, we could stretch ourselves to £239,000 and our offer was accepted.

Tackling the bathroom

My least favourite room was the dated 1980s bathroom which got ripped out a year after moving in. It had a carpet, bath panel and separate shower cubicle so felt a bit cramped and grotty. I hated spending any time in there.

It’s not a massive space so needed careful planning before proceeding with a refit. We did consider a bath under the window, but it would have been costly to move all the pipes. In the end we kept the loo in the same spot and installed a freestanding bath with a shower and curtain, which meant we could fit some storage at the end. Getting rid of the separate shower made the

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BUILD IT UP

‘The gallery wall started with a picture of hydrangeas and a stag’s head. It set the tone for different shapes and sizes’

BUDGET REVAMP

‘The existing Ikea units were painted in Zinsser All Coat, which was colour-matched to Zoffany’s Como Blue.

We teamed them with mustard tiles from Porcelain Superstore’

‘AS WELL AS CHOOSING PRINTS OFDIFFERENT SHAPES AND SIZES FOR A GALLERY WALL, MIX IN THE ODD 3D ELEMENT TO ADD INTEREST’ space feel bigger and means I don’t have to clean a shower screen either!

Kitchen revamp

There wasn’t much storage in the kitchen when we first moved in. It’s a big room but there was one pine wall cupboard, which looked more like a bathroom cabinet, and a peg rail all around the room. With no blinds, it felt very bare and we wanted to make it more of an entertaining space.

Lockdown was the perfect opportunity to rethink the space. Rather than rip out the kitchen and start again, we bought an island unit, repainted the existing base

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units in blue, swapped the handles and added new shelves. To make it feel like new, we also sanded down the worktops and revarnished them. Mustard splashback tiles and some blinds made by my grandma make it feel cosy and warm.

It was time-consuming but so worth it.

Style wars

I’ve definitely got a bigger voice than Darryl when it comes to decorating ideas.

He struggles to see a finished product, whereas I can. As a result, every room has been a battle and I have to ease him into my way of thinking slowly and gently!

I think certain rooms should be kept

BLENDING IN

‘I painted this charity shop dresser the same as the kitchen units and new Ikea island’

1920S SEMI

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Luxe details like these velvet and brass stools turn a kitchen into an entertaining space’

3 of the best... BAR STOOLS Stylish island seating for under £100

IN THE FRAME

’Quirky prints bring personality to the kitchen’

GREEN SHEEN

Robyn bar stool in Moss Green velvet, £99, Cult

PRETTY PERCH

Larkyn bar stool in Blush, £39, Dunelm

SMOOTH SEAT

Devlin bar stool in natural ash, £89, Made

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TRIO OF PENDANTS

‘I struggle with lighting so chose three clear lights from Wayfair that weren’t too in your face’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Soften an industrial-style table and bench by layering on a sheepskin rug’

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1920S SEMI

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SPLASHING OUT

MINI BAR

‘I upcycled a £13 charity shop unit to create a drinks cabinet and added shelves above for glasses’

‘When I spotted the Folium wallpaper by Osborne & Little, it was love at first sight. I clashed it with a stripy carpet’

‘I CAN JUSTIFY THE ODD SPLURGE,LIKE THE KITCH EN TILES OR HALLWAY WALLPAPE AS EVERYTHING ELSE IS DONE ON A BUDGE T’

RUSTIC FEEL

‘I love scaffold board shelves and found these ones at Reclaimed Scaffs on Etsy for just £14.50 each’

light and airy, but you can experiment with dark colours to make others rooms more cosy, like I have done with my living room and master bedroom.

The living room has a really big window so I knew it could take darker colours.

I initially painted it pale grey, which wasn’t different enough from the original colour.

Next I chose navy blue, which was too dark for Daz but not dark enough for me.

Eventually I told Darryl I’d ordered some paint but didn’t say what colour and sent him out for the day while I got decorating with an off-black colour. Luckily he liked it when I’d put all the furniture back. I’d

love to wallpaper the ceiling too, but I’d probably be crossing a line there!

Adding colour

Even though there are lots of dark walls in my house, I love a pop of colour too. For instance when I started painting Woody’s bedroom dark green, he was scared it was a bit too dark. But when we added the wall mural and adhesive vinyl on the wardrobes, it really broke things up.

The hallway was a naturally dark space so I didn’t want to go totally black in there. Instead I painted it dark green and the bannister black with some

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Love it

1920S SEMI PARED BACK

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Use colour blocking to highlight a shelving display, gallery wall or single piece of artwork’

‘INCLUDING PLANTS - WHETHER FAUX OR REAL – INSTANTLY BRINGS COLOUR AND INTEREST TO A ROOM’ 40 | FEBRUARY 2022

‘Elsie chose Blue Gravel

by Crown for the walls, floral bedding from Next, then printed off her own artwork’

DIY PROJECT

‘I bought a staple gun and reupholstered the headboard myself. I do love a pattern clash so nearly went for a bold floral design but in the end chose a simple stripe’

Make it!

COSY SPACE

‘The existing cream Ikea wardrobes were painted to blend into the walls and make the space feel bigger’

gorgeous wallpaper up the stairs.

Since I work as an eBay manager for the RSPCA, I’ve saved money by upcycling charity shop furniture. I can then justify the odd splurge, like the mustard kitchen tiles or botanical wallpaper in the hall.

Bedroom blitz

The one room that never really got that loving touch was the master bedroom. Initially I just painted a chest of drawers and left it at that. However, lockdown changed all that.

We’ve both always liked panelling so decided to create a feature wall behind the bed. I’d been told you’ve got to get your maths right first and since Daz is a design engineer, we have the software to make it easier. The pieces of wood were cut to size at B&Q, fixed to the wall and painted in a colour match of Farrow & Ball’s Blue Black.

The starting point for the colour scheme was a gorgeous pink velvet bedspread with an Art Deco feel, which led to me choosing pastel accessories

UPHOLSTER A HEADBOARD

You’ll need: MDF frame cut to your bed width (or existing headboard to recover), spray adhesive, pencil, tape measure, scissors, staple gun, fabric, batting, 5cm thick foam.

Use scissors or an electric knife to cut foam to the same size as the MDF or headboard, then attach with spray-on upholstery adhesive.

Add a larger layer of batting on top with enough to bend around and staple to the back of the MDF. Start stapling from the centre, alternating between opposite sides so the fabric tension is even.

Do the same with your chosen fabric, taking care to cut out a small piece when folding over the corners to create a clean pleat that’s not too bulky.

Use heavy-duty flush mount interlocking brackets (try Amazon) to attach your finished headboard securely to the wall.

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Do it! ADHESIVE VINYL

Adhesive vinyl, also known as contact paper or sticky back plastic, is a self-adhesive covering that comes in rolls or sheets with a peel-off backing. It’s an easy way to transform furniture, worktops, shelves and walls.

When it comes to furniture makeover projects the possibilities are endless. Try a geometric coffee table

top, use on drawer fronts, transform the inside of a glazed cabinet, create a kitchen splashback, hide an ugly dishwasher or cover stair risers.

There are a dizzying array of designs out there from terrazzo, leopard print and spots to Moroccan tiles, palm leaves and clouds.

Try Jes Rose, RestoWrap, Vinyl Warehouse, Dunelm or B&Q for ideas.

‘EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE LOTS OF DARK WALLS IN MY HOUSE, I LOVE A POP OF COLOUR TO BREAK THINGS UP’

COHESIVE THEME

‘Adhesive vinyl in a jungle design from Ninth Vinyl has transformed Woody’s neon green wardrobe. I added a rhino head from local shop The Lion’s Den’

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘A rope draped with faux eucalyptus garlands and soft toys makes a fun jungle vine’

1920S SEMI

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MONO MAGIC

‘The colour scheme is very simple with white tiles and dark walls, with a blind in Designers Guild fabric from Pattern Principle’

NEXT Great for affordable bedding, cushions and curtains.

FY! Best known for art prints, but is well worth a look for furniture, lighting and rugs too.

FURNITURE 123 Pieces for every room, regular sales and vast choice make this a favourite online store.

JUNGLE BOOGIE

‘In Woody’s bedroom we went with the jungle theme and added a mural from Untouchables which breaks up the dark green walls’

HOMESENSE An ever-changing treasure trove of homeware.

Their planters and vases are always great value.

PUNK HAUS A go-to store for irreverent and provocative prints.

Future plans

Next we’re saving up for an amazing utility room. When the house was extended in the 1980s, the old kitchen became a makeshift utility but it’s a narrow room with a boiler and exposed pipes. I’d also love to add a summerhouse, which could be an office for Darryl or a kids’ TV room.

I’m pleased that doing up the house has taught me several new skills like tiling, wallpapering and reupholstery. I now can’t wait to get onto the next project.’

Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag

FEATURE KAREN WILSON PHOTOGRAPHS KATIE LEEW

Where to buy Sarah’s style

that work well against the dark walls.

I also upholstered the old grey headboard in a lovely striped fabric.

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£549

£35

The oak dining table offers a sleek silhouette and industrial flair, OUT & OUT

This Oro pendant drum lampshade in green has a surprise brushed brass interior, MADE

£179

Black metal legs and a rustic oak finish lend an urban vibe.

Kelso dining bench, DUNELM

Buy Sarah’s style…

MAXIMAL BOTANIST Dark tones, quirky prints and eclectic finds make for a cool and contemporary look

£20

Incorporate luxurious materials even on unlikely accessories. Velvet planter on stand, JOE BROWNS

S

arah has updated her 1920s semi using moody hues to create cosy spaces full of curiosity. Pops of pastel contrast with dark walls, while botanical prints offer an eclectic vibe.

An abundance of houseplants combined with insect motifs in the living room boast Victorian botanist style. Vintage-inspired pieces such as a leather Chesterfield sofa contrast with contemporary items like the velvet bar stools, resulting in a unique home.

£22

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT

GET THE BUG!

£19

Faux taxidermy gets a glam makeover. Set of two beetle ornaments, HOME ESSENTIALS

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Display a statement ceramic stripe vase in front of the hearth, NEXT HOME

From £55

Made from natural jute, the Hellested flatwoven rug is double-sided and recyclable, IKEA

MAXIMAL BOTANIST

Buy it

£45

SPIN ME ROUND

Choose typography prints that make you smile. When In Doubt framed wall art, OLIVER BONAS

£10

HASSLE FREE!

Bag a bargain with this on-trend lozenge shaped hanging gold mirror, B&M

£35

£95

Set the mood with a jungle print pillow. Bengal tiger linen cushion in Graphite, JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS

Light up a dull corner with this quirky silver flamingo leg table lamp, BEAUMONDE

£7.99

This faux snake plant also goes by the name mother-in-law’s tongue.

Plastic plant, HOMESENSE

£59

Make every morning feel like breakfast at the Ritz. Zeta bar stool in Midnight Blue velvet, DUNELM

£589.99

Pick a timeless design in faux aged leather.

Haverly two-seater Chesterfield sofa, WAYFAIR

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CORK NOTICEBOARD

Do it

THIS MONTH’S

Do it

Update your workspace with this DIY noticeboard. Arrange round cork pot stands on the wall in an abstract pattern and stick in place with hanging strips. Use push pins to attach memos, postcards and photos.

Hang mini bulldog clips from pins

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT PHOTOGRAPH IKEA

Heat pot stands, pack of three, £2; Ingo table, £49; Ingolf stool, £25, all Ikea

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‘We love urban COLOUR FRAME

‘Grey paint on the door creates contrast, while my artwork by Eduardo Muñoz Bachs adds fun’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘A disco ball adds fun to a room and, on a sunny day, bounces light all around the space’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Rachel Turner, 46, a fashion brand consultant. I live here with my partner JJ Maurage, 44, a TV editor and musician, and our daughters Edie, 14, and Minnie, seven.

OUR HOME A two-bed apartment in a converted Victorian bank in Brighton, bought in March 2020.

WHEN WE MOVED IN It was an unloved student rental flat that hadn’t been touched since the 1990s, with a leaking bathroom and outdated kitchen.

AND NOW New kitchen and bathroom, brickwork exposed, a disused lift shaft turned into a dressing room, floors painted and the whole apartment redecorated.

STYLE TIP Don’t take yourself too seriously. Buy what you like and a relaxed eclectic style will emerge.

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ROUGH WITH THE SMOOTH

‘I painstakingly exposed the original brickwork to add character to our open-plan space. I love the downtown New York loft vibe we’ve created’

BRIGHTON APARTMENT

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ECLECTIC STYLE’

With patience and hard work Rachel and JJ transformed a dated and unloved student rental into a cool and contemporary family apartment

M

y partner JJ and I had moved to a village on the outskirts of Brighton when our daughters Edie and Minnie were little, for a change of pace and a home with much more space compared to our previous property in nearby Hove,’ says Rachel. ‘It was supposed to be a short-term change, but in the blink of an eye, six years had passed, and our eldest daughter Edie was now a teenager!

‘She was beginning to struggle with living in the country, spending more time with friends in town. As we were keen to get back on the Brighton property ladder, we decided a move back into the city was our next step. Elsewhere in the country we might have afforded a grand, family home. In Brighton, however, we could only stretch to a two-bed apartment. But you have to start somewhere!

Sound investment

We wanted to be savvy and find something that would work for us financially, a property that could be rented out, giving us an income to then rent something bigger for ourselves.

We found a run-down two-bedroom apartment in a converted Victorian bank.

The location was perfect, right in the heart of Brighton and only one block from the sea, but it had been let to students and hadn’t been updated since the 1990s. It felt very unloved. Most people would have been put off, but I instantly saw the potential. The two double bedrooms were on the small side, but the open-plan kitchen and living area was huge and there was a glimpse of the sea from the front windows. I felt an instant connection and knew this

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BRIGHTON APARTMENT

was the property for us. We exchanged contracts at the beginning of March 2020. I’m no stranger to renovation work, so I started to get stuck in immediately, removing plaster and demolishing the existing kitchen and bathroom. However, two weeks later the entire country went into lockdown. It was a tricky time. As we couldn’t leave our homes, apart from for essential travel, we decided to take a mortgage break and stay put, in our rented home in the country. It was also becoming increasingly difficult to source even basic things like plaster, let alone go and look at a new kitchen and bathroom suite, so we hunkered down for a few months until lockdown began to ease. On the plus

side, I had plenty of time to focus on the apartment’s look and feel, spending hours on the internet finding inspiration and putting together mood boards. So, when restrictions lifted, I hit the ground running!

Apart from help with some plumbing and carpentry, I did all the work myself!

Kitchen plans

There was nothing wrong with the layout of the original kitchen, so I simply extended it out by a metre with a stud wall to accommodate a freestanding fridge, and to give us some extra storage space. It was then fitted out with new black cabinetry from Magnet and a laminate worktop which had an overhang for a breakfast bar along the length of

‘THE HARDEST PART OF THE RENOVATION WAS LOCKDOWN. I COULDN’T FIND BUILDING SUPPLIES: PLASTER WAS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN GOLD!’ SAVVY BUY

‘I love to invest in good quality second-hand furniture, like this Ercol sideboard; the design stays relevant for years’

NEW WAVE

‘The Warhol print of Debbie Harry from King & McGaw is a funky focal point’

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘White-painted walls allow colourful artwork to stand out’

DESIGN CLASSICS

‘Our generous open-plan living space has room for two mid-century sofas, a sideboard and a drinks cabinet that I rescued and restored’

ADDED EXTRAS

‘Cushions, throws and a vibrant pouffe bring dashes of colour’

3 of the best POP ART PRINTS These posters create a graphic statement

HEADY PIECE

Brainstorm art print, from £12.95, Abstract House

BOLD WORDS

Andy Warhol Art Is... print, from £10, John Lewis & Partners

COOL CANINE

Boston Terrier, framed, from £75, Squark Design

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Matt black cabinets add strong character to a kitchen’

‘I RARELY PAY FULL PRICE. EBAY AND FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE ARE BRILLIANT FOR SECOND-HAND BARGAINS WHICH ARE OFTEN BETTER THAN BRAND NEW!’ i . i i and white diagonal tiles to create continuity between the floor and walls and I used inexpensive, stainless steel duct piping for the extractor fan, adding a touch of industrial chic to the space. I’m a great believer in upcycling and saved money buying second-hand appliances including a fabulous pink Smeg fridge, which looks quite at home.

Brick beauty

In the living/dining area of our open-plan space, we exposed the brickwork along the whole length of the wall. It really gives character to the room and was a look I had saved many times on Pinterest. What I didn’t anticipate however, was how messy and time-consuming it would be. It felt like I was swimming in dust for days,

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but I couldn’t be happier with the result.

It looks beautiful. The rest of the room unfurled from there. All the other walls were given a fresh lick of paint and the floorboards fixed up and painted with a hardwearing floor paint.

Mid-century style

I had already started to collect some mid-century furniture: two Ercol sofas, a Scandinavian dresser and a drinks cabinet, which I rescued from a garage and then restored. These all found perfect spots in the redecorated space. We bought two large Berber rugs for the dining and living areas to help define each space, and displayed bright, colourful artwork on the walls. The pièce de résistance is the large disco ball, which added to the New York loft feel that

ON DISPLAY

‘I created an open shelf from an old scaffold board to make use of the space above the sink’

BRIGHTON APARTMENT FAMILY SPACE

‘The kitchen has seen the biggest transformation, with brand-new cabinetry from Magnet and a long breakfast bar, home to comfy kitchen stools found on Amazon’

Love it

Do it! ZONE AN OPEN-PLAN SPACE Add partitions or raised platforms, or incorporate a kitchen island to create a clear divide between the cooking, eating and relaxing areas.

Use rugs to visually separate the space.

They can be different sizes and shapes, textured or a simple woven design.

Contrasting paint colours on door frames or arches subtly signify the

different zones in the open space.

Decorate walls in contrasting ways, from simple white to exposed brickwork, and tiles or painted cabinetry in the kitchen.

Lighting is key to create different vibes in each area – you could opt for a large pendant light over the dining table, wall lights in the kitchen, and floor and table lamps in the living area.

WHITE & BRIGHT

FUNKY PERCH

‘Painting the floorboards in hardwearing paint by Dulux was the cheapest way to update the flooring but has had the biggest impact. The whole apartment now feels fresh’

‘Everyone gathers here so whoever is cooking can socialise, too’

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GATHER ROUND

‘Benches ensure a relaxed feel for dining and can accommodate more people than chairs’

‘DURING THE RENOVATION, I CREATED MOOD BOARDS FROM IMAGES IN MAGAZINES AND FROM ONLINE TO KEEP EVERYTHING ON TRACK AND FOCUSSED’ had emerged in the room. Throughout the rest of the apartment, we’ve given the walls and floors a freshen up. Even the redundant lift shaft has been transformed into a dressing room.

Quirky makeover hack

WARM TEXTURE

‘Berber rugs from Rug Love create zones in the dining and living areas’

We fully renovated the bathroom, with a shower enclosure replacing the previous bath and a bijou sink unit created from a mid-century record cabinet. I wanted something unique here, because these functional spaces can sometimes feel quite clinical. I injected some extra fun with terrazzo tiles on one side and pink square tiles in the shower enclosure.

Good thinking

With the work almost finished we decided, with a little trepidation, to make the move into our new home. Sometimes the unexpected can work out for the

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URBAN COOL

‘Stainless-steel duct piping makes an inexpensive and durable extraction flue’

BRIGHTON APARTMENT

Love it

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Use glass pendant lights to create a beautiful focal point without blocking out the space’

SEAMLESS STYLE

‘I chose the same black and white Realonda Antique Diagonal tiles from Tiles Direct for both the floor and walls to give a greater sense of space and flow, and make a visually graphic statement’

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Make it!

BATHROOM VANITY UNIT

Find a vintage cabinet or table that you love and that will fit nicely into the space.

Paint it in a fun colour or varnish it in a natural wood shade.

Add a marble or stone top to create a different look if you like.

Find a counter-top basin that will sit on it, with space either side.

Measure and make a hole in the top of the piece of furniture to accommodate the plumbing and secure the basin in place on top.

Fit your new vanity unit into position and have the washbasin professionally plumbed in.

best, and living in the apartment has been brilliant for all of us. We are a stone’s throw from the sea, Edie and Minnie are in their element and, having been in the country for so long, JJ and I are enjoying being back in the buzz of Brighton. The journey wasn’t the smoothest, but we saw the potential and took a chance.

Great move

Since settling in I’ve thrown more colour and fun at the renovation, drawing on lots of inspiration that I gained over the lockdown. Our apartment is now a cool, calm and sociable space perfectly suited to our family life in the city.’

Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag

FOCAL POINT

‘This vintage record cabinet creates a funky vanity unit, while the mirror from Dunelm pulls the look together’

MIX IT UP

‘I added pattern in the bathroom with terrazzo tiles from Tiles Direct and, in the shower, blush tiles that aren’t too girly’

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BRIGHTON APARTMENT

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FRESH FEEL

‘The pink shell accent chair from Aldi, quirky artwork and a statement woven pendant bring personality to this serene white space’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘A voile curtain from Dunelm made with recycled plastic softens the window’

SNUG SCHEME

Where to buy Rachel’s style ROCKETT ST GEORGE Home to a wide range of products, from furniture and lighting to cutlery, that will inject character, fun or a touch of glamour into your interiors.

LOVE FRANKIE An inspiring and eclectic range of made-to-order lampshades and quirky lighting ideas for something a little different.

HILARY & FLO Browse faux flowers and plants, statement prints and wall art, and a varied collection of interior

products, all with a funky vintage vibe to raise a smile.

H&M HOME A firm favourite of Rachel’s, this store is great for inexpensive soft furnishings and kitchen essentials that look a lot more expensive than they are.

FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE Check out this online treasure trove for bargain good-quality second-hand pieces of furniture and accessories, often for sale local to your area.

FEATURE MARISHA TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHS JAMES FRENCH

‘This bedroom has been painted white to create an illusion of space, with pastel cushions and throws for subtle colour’

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£30

Inject a glam flash of brass.

Dacite pendant ceiling light, B&Q

£159.99 An update on a retro classic.

Capri sideboard, VONHAUS

£30

Liven up white walls with an iconic print.

Debbie Harry, 1980,

by Andy Warhol, KING & McGAW

£66

Buy Rachel’s style…

URBAN BOHEMIA

Add subtle style with a relief pattern.

Cosgrove table lamp, BHS

Interior icons and accessories with metallic finishes punctuate this modern-meets-industrial space

R

achel has created a loft-like apartment by embracing some of the building’s raw finishes, such as the exposed brick wall and painted floorboards.

The white base has been given warmth with some classic pieces – the retro sideboard and wooden framed sofa add rich tones along with the Berber-style rug. Leather accents, plenty of green houseplants and graphic artwork help to create the modern eclectic style.

£39sq m

Create your own pattern.

Semaphore tiles, CLAYBROOK

£27

Nestle among real plants. Marie cactus vase, LATZIO LIVING

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PUSH AROUND

£129

Flexible storage or entertaining must-have. Board mirror drinks trolley, VERY

URBAN BOHEMIA

Buy it

£95

Bring shimmer and party vibes. Golden disco ball, COX & COX

£34

HAIRPIN LEGS

From £25

Cosy up floorboards with a rug. Homemaker Berber rug, GEORGE HOME

Line up the sideboard with character planters. Golden concrete face planter, AUDENZA

£334

£14

Pile on to soften a sofa. Ochre tassel cushion, DUNELM

for two Conjure up cafe style at home. Riley stools, PUJI

£749

FEATURE MICHELA COLLING

A wooden frame creates a sense of space. Lars sofa bed, MADE

£100

Add a pop of pink. Moroccan leather pouffe, BOHEMIA DESIGN

TAKE IT EASY

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Do it

RATTAN SIDEBOARD

THIS MONTH’S

Do it

Light cane webbing, £29.99; Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch multi-purpose paint, £8.99 for 250ml; brass door knobs, £7.99 for four, all Amazon

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Add shiny new door handles

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT PHOTOGRAPH FURNITURE AND CHOICE

Remove the doors from a sideboard and take out the inner sections. Paint the frame and doors and leave to dry. Cut cane webbing slightly larger than the inner sections for each door.

Staple to the inside and reattach the doors.

THE STYLE BOOK KITCHEN TRENDS

Give your kitchen a fabulous refresh with these inspiring ideas – from modern Shaker styles to sleek and contemporary designs, there’s a look to suit everyone

PLUS!

DECO IDEAS

Pull out and keep!

the STYLE RULES FIND YOUR FORMAT For ultimate versatility and for everything to have its own place, combine full-height wall and floor cabinets with above-counter units and open shelving. Integrated appliances also provide a clean look.

MIX MATERIALS Introduce subtle pattern with white marble-effect worktops and a light wood-look laminate on floors. Long white wall tiles

laid in a herringbone pattern add further interest.

EMBRACE MINIMALIST STYLE Opt for frameless, slab-fronted cabinets for a seamless look and effortless functionality. Team with simple door and drawer handles.

PICK INVITING SHADES Swap gloss for a contemporary matt finish in a soft pastel blue or green colourway. Contrast with terracotta lighting and accessories.

Toughen up the look with black accents

Nova kitchen in Seagrass, from £2,222, Magnet

Modern MATT

Team clean lines with solid colours

THE FABRIC

Mukula in Watermelon/ Tangerine/Slate, £40m, Scion

THE PAINT

Sima flat matt, £42 for 2.5ltr, Coat Paints

THE TILES

Elements Brick matt, £39.60sq m, Porcelain Superstore

THE FLOORING Love Aqua laminate in Splash, £28.99sq m, Lifestyle Floors

The Classic English kitchen, from £25,000, DeVol

Country

COTTAGE Create an authentic farmhouse feel

THE FABRIC

Ticking 2 in Sage, £29.50m, Ian Mankin at Jane Clayton & Co

THE WALLPAPER

GoodHome Mayet White wood effect, £12 a roll, B&Q

THE PAINT Antibes Green chalk paint, £21.95 for 1ltr, Annie Sloan

THE FLOORING Sisal Elite herringbone in Graphite, £45.90sq m, Kersaint Cobb

Light up worktops with a trio of wall lights

Cabinets painted in Scullery Yellow furniture paint, £65 for 2.5ltr, DeVol

Why it works

the STYLE RULES

UPDATE CLASSIC CABINETS Achieve a cottage kitchen look with Shaker cupboards painted in a mellow vintage yellow. Team with a warm cherry wood worktop and finish with cup handles and door knobs in brushed brass.

DISPLAY VINTAGE FINDS Over-counter units with glass doors are perfect for displaying collections of crockery and glassware. Balance with shelving

painted in pea green to show off vintage kitchenalia.

CREATE A RUSTIC BACKDROP Swap tiles for horizontal wood panelling to make a space appear wider. Get the look for less by using a panel-effect wallpaper.

MIX OLD AND NEW Team a butler sink with a classic brass bridge mixer tap. Contrast traditional features by investing in a luxury 1950s-style fridge.

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘This cottage kitchen retains a timeless appeal with its classic Shaker design and rich colour palette. Vintage features presented in a contemporary way keep this design on trend.’

Editor, Heather Young

the STYLE RULES CREATE CLEAN LINES Instead of wall-mounted units, install two continuous rows of open shelving. Display terracotta pots filled with cacti and herbs, plus pretty painted ceramics for a Mediterranean vibe.

PICK CONTEMPORARY HARDWARE Complete the clutter-free look with modern chrome mixer taps and under-counter sinks for a sleek, uncomplicated finish.

ADD PATTERN WITH TILES Use geometric porcelain tiles to create a lively splashback below the shelves. Pick in-frame floor units in a deep azure blue to coordinate with the wall tiles.

UTILISE NATURAL MATERIALS Incorporate texture with light wood grain worktops, rattan stools and woven pendant lights. Finish the look by laying light oak effect flooring to match the counter.

Atlas porcelain Blue tiles, £63.90sq m, Ca’Pietra

Azure

BLUES Mix mosaic tiles and natural materials for a holiday vibe

THE FABRIC

Zora in Denim/ Spice, £15m, Studio G at Jane Clayton & Co

THE TILES

Atlas Porcelain Blue tiles, £63.90sq m, Ca’Pietra

THE PAINT Blue 111 eggshell, £38 for 2.5ltr, Lick

Extend a kitchen island to create a breakfast bar THE FLOORING Soft oak light laminate, £24.99sq m, Quick-Step

Sleek

BOTANICAL Take inspiration from nature and introduce bold greens

THE FABRIC

Whisp Hunter, £54m, Prestigious Textiles

THE WALLPAPER Paradise Tropics in Teal, £40 a roll, Homebase

Swap brass or chrome taps for modern white

THE PAINT

Adeline matt emulsion, £42sq m, Graham & Brown

THE FLOORING Floorgrip 583 Sintra vinyl, £19.99sq m, Carpetright

If using wallpaper directly behind a sink, it’s a good idea to install a clear splashback panel to protect the area from splashes

Siena range in Forest Green, from £6,039.95, Schüller

Why it works

the STYLE RULES

CREATE AN URBAN JUNGLE Pick contemporary slab-fronted cabinets for a seamless look with an urban apartment feel.

Choose a deep green shade with a matt lacquer finish to connect the space with nature.

ADD WOW WITH WALLPAPER Juxtapose colour block units with a statement botanical wallpaper featuring painterly tropical leaves.

A white marble worktop and

butler sink create a striking contrast against the green.

INCREASE FUNCTIONALITY Floor-to-ceiling built-in cabinets around a recess will maximise space. Handleless doors produce a clean, uninterrupted look.

PARQUET ADDS PATTERN Introduce interest with wood-effect flooring in a herringbone design.

Vinyl is perfect for kitchens as it’s easy to clean and repels water.

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Vibrant tropical wallpaper brings this slab kitchen to life by breaking up the clean lines with a hit of bold pattern.

A white marble worktop creates a neat border.’

SEnior FEaturES Editor, Stephanie Durrant

the STYLE RULES NEVER GO OUT OF STYLE A classic Shaker kitchen is a timeless choice thanks to its painted wood cabinets and elegant framed doors. For a sophisticated look, opt for a neutral colour such as light grey, with chrome handles.

HAVE IT ALL! Mixed materials are a big trend, so save on the decision making and combine a marble splashback with wood grain worktops. Why not

mismatch the counter of a kitchen island to the main work surfaces?

COMPLEMENT WITH COLOUR Bring sympathetic hints of colour to the scheme with soft pastel dinnerware and accessories in blush and sea green.

ENHANCE THE DETAILS Natural oak-effect laminate brings out the grains in wood worktops.

Be sure to pick a water resistant floorcovering in high-traffic areas.

Shaker in bevelled woodgrain in Light Grey, from £7,000, Trend Interiors

Chic

SHAKER Go for a classic design in grown-up neutrals

THE FABRIC

Escala Plains in Sky, £25m, Scion

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THE TILES

Dark Grey gloss marble effect wall tiles, £13.95sq m, Walls and Floors

THE PAINT

Dulux Easycare Mellow Mocha emulsion, £25 for 2.5ltr, Homebase

Include storage in a kitchen island

THE FLOORING

Quick-Step Aquanto Classic natural oak effect laminate, £19sq m, B&Q

Make every space

WORK HARDER Upcycling, storage and display ideas to make kids’ rooms more stylish and easier to tidy

If you have skirting boards, add legs to the unit so the wallpaper starts at the same level as the shelving

Create a craft house

Make tidying up paints and brushes more exciting by giving them a special home. Wallpapering behind a cube shelf transforms it into a fun little house.

Wallpaper in Mono Rain and Allsorts Coral, both £76 a roll, MissPrint. Kallax shelving unit, £25, Ikea. Star storage baskets, £5.25 for three, Homebase

Upcycle stools

Grab some tester pots and get creative to give wooden stools a fun makeover. Mask off areas with decorator’s tape to add stripes and blocks of colour.

Use different colours and designs for each child for a personalised feel

Kyrre stool, £10, Ikea, is similar. Try Summer Raindrops in Grey wallpaper, £18 a roll, I Love Wallpaper

Mild steel 1mm sheet, £14.44 for 50x50cm, Metals4U. Abbeville storage bench, £238, Great Little Trading Company

Put up a magnetic wall

Attach a sheet of mild steel to the wall to create an inexpensive floor-to-ceiling memo board. Add some colourful magnets and help younger kids get creative.

Cut to fit in an alcove to hide any sharp edges

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Metod wall cabinets, from £70; Skadis pegboard combination, £38; Hektar wall light, £15, all Ikea

Fit in a work desk

Stop a run of built-in cupboards short to fit in a compact desk area – perfect for teens and beyond. A pegboard painted the same colour as the walls is a great place to store pots of pens, pencils and stationery.

Add a wall lamp inside the niche for focussed task lighting

LIVING ROOM WALLPAPER IDEAS Make a statement in your living space with beautiful wall coverings – from bold florals to chic stripes, find inspirational looks for every home

Plus… KITCHEN DECORATING INSPIRATION Looking for more decor ideas? Visit us online at idealhome.co.uk/style-at-home

for plenty of design inspiration and expert style tips to make your home even more beautiful

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FLOATING SHELVES

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Do it

Grange Black and oak extending dining table, £599.99, Furniture and Choice

Use box shelves to frame favourite home accessories.

Paint the shelves to match the walls so that they blend in and the objects look as if they’re floating. Place items in or on top of the boxes in contrasting colours so they really stand out.

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Try a speedy

STYLE UPDATE Have fun with these simple but creative ideas that’ll ring the changes in your home without turning into a full redo

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Add a sunny colour pop shelf

Utilise wall space by extending the mantel to reach the width of the room, then inject a vibrant block of colour by painting the shelf the same colour as the wall below. Wood panelling adds to the cosy country cabin feel and the zesty yellow walls teamed with a relaxed denim sofa bring a contemporary edge.

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Upper wall in All White estate emulsion, £49.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Lower wall in Chartreuse Charm easycare washable & tough matt, £33.64 for 2.5ltr, Dulux

EASY UPDATES

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Vanity made from Godmorgon units, £80 each; Billy/ Oxberg bookcases, £55 each, all Ikea

Walls in Dulux Trade Pure Brilliant White matt emulsion, £48 for 10ltr, B&Q

2

CREATE A VANITY STYLING STATION

A corkboard panel fixed above a chest is a clever way to hang jewellery. Loop necklaces over pins, while earrings can be pushed straight into the cork.

3

Double up on storage space

Make the most of the space either side of a bathroom vanity unit by adding two tall cabinets. Not only will they frame it nicely, but they will provide plenty of storage. These cabinets started life as bookcases, but have been given a smart lick of paint and ribbed glass film too.

TOP BUYS

For updating your home Walls in Stolen Rose, Pink Sandstone and Brave Ground paint easycare washable & tough matt emulsion, £33.64 for 2.5ltr, Dulux

Inca tufted wall hanging, £22, Dunelm Small faux Swiss cheese plant, £34.99, Robert Dyas

Gaby pleated table light, £49, Made

4

CREATE ROOM FEATURES WITH PAINT

Use a contrasting paint to create a headboard in your bedroom, by painting a large rectangle on the wall behind your bed. In lieu of a picture rail, paint a band of colour 20cm down from the ceiling, to create the feeling of modern grandeur.

Oven gloves, £7.99, M&Co

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Walls in Catkin pure matt emulsion, and Kingfisher pure matt emulsion, £25 for 1ltr, Fenwick & Tilbrook

Create a colour block corner

Home-working may be set to become the standard, but your surroundings don’t have to be! Use the power of paint to transform your space by leaving a 5cm border of white between each colour.

Old wood chalkboard, £38, Not On The High Street, is similar

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MAKE A FEATURE OF A FIREPLACE

Paint your fire surround in a happy shade to make it the focal point of a room. A circular canvas painted in a single colour ties in with the painted log ends.

PERFECT PICKS For a new look

Retro stripe LOVE art print, £20, Fy!

Bubble candle holder, £13, Sass & Belle Large glass vase, £19.99, H&M Home

Knitted throw, £45, National Trust Shop

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Square raffia baskets with tan leather handles, £34.95 each, Vibrant Home

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UTILISE CEILING SPACE

In a box room, make a feature of a high shelf on decorative brackets, with grab-handle baskets that fit flush to the ceiling, for storage that doesn’t intrude too much into the space.

EASY UPDATES

8 Jazz up cupboard doors with smart brass handles and hardware, such as hinges

Love it

Choose a bold kitchen colour

Give kitchen cabinets a new look with a coat of paint in an eye-popping shade. As well as cupboard fronts, extend to paint skirtings, door and window frames and even wood-panelled walls for an immersive hit of colour.

To add contrasting interest, opt for a patterned floor and keep surfaces a simple white or grey.

Kitchen painted in Azure Green intelligent eggshell, £68 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene

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Table Plus, from £1,103, Magnet

Make the most of every inch in a small room, by extending cupboards right up to the ceiling

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Choose multiuse furniture

This clever fold-out table is concealed in a wall unit that also doubles up as storage for everyday essentials. Where space is limited, this smart idea means your room can be used in so many more ways, from a home office, to kitchen-diner, to entertaining space. You can also hide clutter when guests visit, but easily access it once they’ve gone.

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EASY UPDATES

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The Home Collection Manhattan Home Office, from £2,000, Sharps

Jars, from £15, The Nest Homeware

10

OPT FOR OPEN SHELVING

Decant dried goods such as pasta into smart glass storage jars and display on open shelving. Pretty and practical – and saves you time rooting around the backs of cupboards.

11

Utilise dead bedroom space

Turn an unused alcove in a bedroom into the perfect home office set-up. Add an L-shaped desk, floating shelves and attach stick-on push lights under shelves to create a cosy work zone.

MUST-HAVES

Abstract shapes wall art set, £100, Green Lili

You won’t want to miss Sienna round water hyacinth mirror, £40, Very

Cushion, £35,, Sweetpea & Willow

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BUILD A SIMPLE HEADBOARD

Fix slim strips or battens of wood to the wall behind your bed, instead of a headboard. Extend them behind bedside tables and then paint the same colour as your wall.

Wood effect side table, £22, George Home Doris rug, from £75, Next Home

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Ivar chests of drawers, £70 each, Ikea

Add wow with a bold blind

Turn a window into the hero feature of a room.

Choose a blind in a bold fabric that complements your wall colour, then choose a second contrasting shade to paint the window frame and sill.

Forbidden Fruits blind in Stoned Rose, £150m, Archive

by Sanderson Design

UNIQUE PIECES

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HANG AN OPEN WARDROBE

Save floor space in a kid’s room and create an open wardrobe that will encourage them to put their clothes away.

Add a rail for hanging space.

To complete the look

Eucalyptus plant pot print, £23, Green Lili

Soap dispenser, £10, The Kind Store Wavy edge incense holder, £8.50, Oliver Bonas

Pink smoked glass bowl, £35, Five and Dime

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PAINT A COLOURFUL CORNER

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Use the power of paint to dramatically transform your space to be both mentally stimulating and promote ntration, for the perfect reading nook or WFH spot.

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Walls in Breathe, Burnt Saffron and Majestic matt emulsion, £42 for 2.5ltr, Graham & Brown

EASY UPDATES

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The Rebel sofa bed in Turmeric velvet, from £1,839, Snug

Create a colourful gallery wall by framing a collection of prints and postcards in matching black frames

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Host guests in style

Whether your guest room is also the living room, or an office, or a playroom, ensure your visitors can relax in stylish surroundings by choosing a sofa bed that packs a punch. This one from Snug arrives in parts, so it can easily be transported to even the most awkward of spaces. So it’s bye bye blow-up and hello to a more comfortable night’s sleep.

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‘We thought TAKE A SEAT

‘Keeping one end of the island open allows for a sociable arrangement of two stools on either side’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Jane Neil, a graphic designer, and I live here with my husband Guy, a town planner, and our daughter Ellen, nine, in an extended five-bedroom semi-detached 1900 house in Beckenham, southeast London.

MY CHALLENGE Although it was in good condition, our ’90s kitchen was dated and felt dark. We never really used the garden properly as it was a dead area, so we wanted a bigger, sunnier kitchen-diner that linked to the outside space.

MY WISH LIST I wanted a sociable kitchen with a contemporary style and industrial touches. A long island where I could cook and chat to people sitting at stools was a must.

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COST CUTTER

‘Buying ready-made carcases and having bespoke doors and shelves made by a joiner saved a lot of money’

TOTAL

£15,733 TURN OVER FOR MY SHOPPING LIST

KITCHEN MAKEOVER

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OUTSIDE THE BOX’ LUXE ISLAND

‘I wanted to tie the worktops in with the wooden floor, but then we chose quartz for the island to break things up a bit’

Jane and Guy have added bespoke doors and industrial touches to give their budget kitchen a designer look

W

ith a brown wooden kitchen, little light coming through the west-facing window and an unused side garden, our house needed a major rethink,’ says Jane. ‘When we asked architect Simon Skeffington for ideas, we expected him to square off the back to give us a bigger kitchen. Instead he surprised us with his creative ideas – literally sketched on the back of an envelope – which made use of the unusual wedgeshaped plot that’s narrower at the rear.

We loved his suggestion for an internal courtyard of frameless glass with a Corten steel and glass extension wrapped around, which cleverly brought in the south light. The 50sq m extension gave us four extra rooms – a kitchen-diner, utility, guest bedroom and shower room – and finally made use of the side garden.

The build

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Go for large-scale floor tiles with minimal grout lines for a designer concrete floor effect’

To transform our existing kitchen and dining room, Simon’s team from Architecturall (architecturall.co.uk) gutted the singlestorey kitchen, removed the dividing wall between the kitchen and dining room and added a glass roof. Over four months a new, bigger window was fitted, then they rewired, replastered, put in a new ceiling and laid a new tiled floor with underfloor heating throughout both spaces. The old oak kitchen flooring was cleaned and re-used in the new bedroom so it wasn’t wasted and they reclaimed the York stone from the house and re-laid it to create the garden terrace which is accessed by new sliding doors. I’ve worked with Simon in the past and his attention to detail is fantastic. It all came in on budget too.

Contemporary look

After initially getting a quote of £35,000 for a new kitchen, we had to think outside the box to achieve the look we wanted

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RETAINING CHARACTER

‘The external brick of the old kitchen diner has been left on show as a dramatic frame that links the old and new spaces.’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Match dining furniture to kitchen wood tones to tie in both spaces’

Do it!

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INDUSTRIAL EDGE

Try rust or concrete-effect paint or wallpaper to add texture.

Slip bricks are a great way to create an industrial feature wall.

Try concrete-look porcelain tiles as a cheaper alternative to a polished concrete floor.

Pick stools with metal legs and either wooden or leather seats to tie into your scheme.

Factory-style pendants are available in an array of colours, so you can match the shade to your accent colour.

Look out for old weighing scales, vintage clocks, bar carts and wooden printer trays to accessorise the room.

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for less. Thankfully Simon managed to build us a similar contemporary design for around £8,000 using Howdens carcases with bespoke shelving and doors made by his joiners.

Challenges faced

We’ve incorporated an extra-long island, which gives enough space to contain the ovens, hob and extractor fan at one end with a breakfast bar at the other end.

I also love the industrial touches like the pendant lights that are made from concrete – we had new cords and ceiling roses fitted to them all so that they matched – and bronze porcelain splashback tiles that look like rusted steel.

Simon has totally transformed the space in conjunction with my interior designer friend, Andy Holt of Boonholt Design

SLEEK LOOK

‘I particularly wanted a tap with a simple clean-cut design as I was keen to keep the look uncluttered’

KITCHEN MAKEOVER

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RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

‘As the twin ovens, hob and extractor fan are all on one side of the island, I can easily interact with family and guests when cooking’

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‘THE ROOM REALLY FITS OUR NEEDS AS A FAMILY – NOW WE HAVE A COMMUNAL SPACE WHERE WE CAN

Where to buy Jane’s style

AGED PATINA

‘The bronze porcelain tiles for the splashback look like rusted steel, giving the space an industrial chic look’

Carcases and white doors, from £4,000, Howdens. Glacier White Corian worktops, from £116m; bespoke oak doors and shelving, from £2,500; all Architecturall Ltd. Similar Siemens built-in single oven, £799; similar Kyla bar stool, £99, both John Lewis & Partners. Similar Cleveland Grey porcelain floor tiles, £26.40sq m; similar Forge Oxide porcelain wall tiles, £34.80sq m, both Mandarin Stone. Angel kitchen tap, £132.05, sinks-taps.com.

Similar Eden oak table, £569, Tikamoon.

Similar Nordmyra oak chairs, £40 each, Ikea. Similar Millbank pendant light in polymer concrete, £65, Garden Trading

Consultants, who skilfully interpreted my mood board references for a modern but practical family kitchen.

Big transformation

The new space is really quite stunning.

All that wasted space has been turned to the best use possible – a place where our family can interact and cook, eat, talk and relax. Guy and I both lead busy lives working long hours, so at weekends it’s great to have an open-plan kitchen-diner where we can all be comfortable together.’

You can discover more handy tips on creating a smart kitchen-diner at idealhome.co.uk

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UPGRADED DOORS U

Jane’s choice:

UPGRADED DOORS

Getting a smart kitchen needn’t be pricey – just switch up your doors and fascias 720mm high (not including legs) x 500mm wide the door front size would be 715mm high x 496mm wide.

Are all kitchens suitable for door replacement?

Just like complete kitchens, replacement doors are available in off-the-peg (standard sizes) and made-to-measure formats. Some companies offer both options. Expect to pay more for made-to-measure as it’s more labour-intensive to make doors in one-off sizes. And you’ll need to wait a little longer for delivery, too.

Check your existing carcasses are in good condition first. It is a false economy to fit new doors to cupboards that are on their last legs – anything under eight years’ old should be a safe bet but check for structural damage, particularly around the sink area.

How do I order the right door sizes?

The easiest way to replace doors like-forlike is to measure what’s in situ. Measure from the back, as this is always the squarest part of the door/drawer front.

Measure the height first and then the width, in millimetres. Generally a door front is 5mm less in height than the cabinet and 4mm less in width, so if your cabinet is

BEST FOR… IKEA CARCASSES Custom Fronts’ handcrafted wood doors come perfectly measured with hinge holes to fit Ikea units for a beautiful and affordable upgrade.

CLASSIC DESIGNS Foxstow Shaker Doors is great for classical options, in bespoke or standard sizes for use on carcasses by brands like B&Q and Howdens.

BUSY PEOPLE Kitchen Magic will take care of the whole process, including fitting new worktops, and taking your old doors and fascias away.

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What if my cabinets are not standard sizes?

Will the hinges line up?

Whether you are drilling the hinge holes in your new doors yourself, or ordering pre-drilled doors, you will need to measure carefully. With your existing doors still on, measure from the top edge of the door to the centre of the top hinge hole for the top hinge position. Then measure up from the bottom edge of the door to the centre of the bottom hinge hole for the bottom hinge position. Do measure each door as hinge positions can vary, and be sure to note if the hinges are on the left or right!

Who will fit them?

A simple like-for-like project is definitely within the skill-set of anyone who can handle an electric screwdriver. Don’t be afraid to ask your supplier for advice.

‘UPGRADING YOUR KITCHEN WITH NEW FRONTS LETS YOU GET A NEW LOOK WITHOUT HAVING TO REDO THE WHOLE KITCHEN’ RUTH CORBETT, CORBETT HOUSES EDITOR

3 of the best

TIMBER DESIGNS EASY CLEAN

Storrington Denim Blue vinyl wrap door, H715xW596mm, £48.05, Kitchen Door Workshop

SHAKER TWIST

Torhamn natural ash door, H80xW60cm, £67, Ikea

TACTILE GRAIN EFFECT

Driftwood Light Grey melamine faced door, H715xW596mm, £34.58, Lark & Larks

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ew doors and fascias can provide a quick and affordable refresh. Jane’s replacement doors were made to measure by a carpenter, but lots of off-the-peg designs are available.

BOLD CONTRAST

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Buy Jane’s style…

BOLD CONTRAST Combine warm oak and glossy white with punchy red accents

HIGH SHINE

This graphic design adds a contemporary touch. Karlsson flip clock, £205, Red Candy

A colourful addition to the hob or shelf. Casserole dish, £49.50, M&S

Choose modern utility style with the simple E27 pendant lamp, £68, Nunido

Create some bespoke storage with the Billy bookcase, £45, Ikea

This graphic design adds a contemporary touch. Luggage wall clock, £65, Annabel James

Storage made for open shelving. Lena square cake tins, £10, Dunelm

A super stylish way to make the morning brew. Le’Xpress stovetop coffee maker, £59.99, Lakeland

A modern classic that never goes out of style. Kyla bar stool, £99, John Lewis & Partners

Both pretty and practical.

Kitchen scale, £29.99, Robert Dyas

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SMOOTH FINISH

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‘The inspirati GREEN DREAM

‘I wanted the tiles to look like bamboo and I must have had 20 samples until I came across one on Instagram that was the perfect dimension’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Tracey Yeoh, 39, a retail store manager and I live here with my husband, Scott Kelly, 41, a firefighter, in a three-bedroom 1930s semi in Ryton, Tyne and Wear (@1930s_ryton_reno). We got the keys in August 2020.

MY CHALLENGE Turning a bedroom into an en suite bathroom with an Asian feel, while sourcing all the components on a tight budget.

MY WISH LIST We wanted it all – a supersized bath, walk-in shower and double vanity unit. I also wanted to find perfect jade green tiles that matched my vision.

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Make the most of beautiful views by building a platform for your bath’

TOTAL

£3,035 TURN OVER FOR MY SHOPPING LIST

BATHROOM MAKEOVER

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on is FROM JAPAN’ With a spa-like bath deck and bamboo effect shower tiles, Tracey and Scott’s bathroom takes them back to a special holiday

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uying this 1930s semi in Ryton was my 21st home move,’ says Tracey. ‘Hopefully it’ll be my last as plans were approved for a two-storey rear extension before the sale went through.

Previously my job had taken me all over the UK and even to America. However, when I started managing a store in Newcastle nearer to Scott’s workplace, we could finally buy our forever house.

Planning the space

The four-bedroom property only had one small bathroom so we decided to convert a bedroom into a spacious en suite. A friend helped me mark out key pieces on the floor with masking tape, which led to us forgoing the walk-in wardrobe section, where the shower is now, to make the room even bigger. It meant we could supersize everything and have a large walk-in shower, double vanity unit and an extra-long bath. I now use another bedroom as my dressing room instead.

Nailing the design

EASTERN INFLUENCE

’I love how the Asian inspired bathroom reflects our travels and my cultural identity’

A trip to Japan inspired the design. We stayed in a traditional ryokan guesthouse where the bathroom window opened into the garden and it was so tranquil.

Luckily we have beautiful views across fields and we wanted to be able to soak in the bath while enjoying them – so a raised platform was a must. I also found a gorgeous Asian-style unit and upcycled it to create his-and-hers basins. It took me ages to find the perfect jade coloured tiles for the shower but I managed it after an epic search. To save money, we opted for cheap white metro tiles around the bath, but laid in a more interesting formation with black grout. We did a lot of the work ourselves, including laying the electric matting for the underfloor

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Similar Florence White 1800x750mm double-ended bath, £699.95, Wholesale Domestic. Similar Orchard Wye toilet, £209; and Orchard Wye black basin tap, £71.99, both Victoria Plum. Similar Harbour Status matt black floorstanding bath shower mixer tap, £339.99, Drench.

Fresco cabinet, £499, Swoon, is an alternative. Nuie Vessels round countertop basin, £72.95, Heat & Plumb, is similar.

Try Galway premium ceiling mounted black square shower head, £199.99; and Barcelona matt black heated towel rail, £104.99, both Bathroom Mountain.

Hudson Reed black frame walk-in wet room shower screen, £119.20, AQVA. Similar MX Minerals 1200x900mm Ice White shower tray, £206.96, Showers to You. Metro brick flat White matt tiles, £10sq m, Tiles Direct. Oska Jungle Green matt porcelain tiles, £46.34sq m, Mandarin Stone. Similar Chambly Black matt stone effect floor tiles, £10sq m, B&Q. Balento Islands waterproof vinyl flooring, £29sq m, Floor Monster. Gold mirror, £129, Barker & Stonehouse. Black Venetian blinds, £116.54, Blinds2go

SOAKING SPACE

‘Scott loves laying out in the bath. He really wanted a freestanding tap so there was no tap end’

‘TO BREAK UP A LARGE EXPANSE OF FLOOR, A DURABLE JUTE RUG THAT WILL WITHSTAND SPLASHES IS A PRACTICAL CHOICE’

Do it!

MAKE A RAISED PLATFORM

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The platform should extend at least 30cm wider and longer than your bath. Building the frame and platform from timber and plywood is a fairly easy job for a joiner, but requires accurate measuring and cutting.

Make sure your joiner leaves a removable opening in the front panel for access to pipework.

Victorian Plumbing sells a 1000mm ready-to-tile bath step for £209. Use a waterproof floor covering, such as tile backer board with ceramic tiles or waterproof vinyl.

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heating, but left the tiling to the professionals. The whole job took about six months as it was quite stop and start.

New sanctuary

The wall colour – Tranquil Dawn – was the Dulux Colour of the Year in 2020. I also love the black Venetian blinds which set off the space. Even though we’ve lost a bedroom, it’s worth it for such a wow bathroom. It’s so nice having one finished room to escape to while the rest of the extension is still ongoing. My favourite part of the room is standing in front of the vanity unit – whether you look left or right, you can be happy with either view.’

BARGAIN BUY

You can discover more handy tips on creating a smart bathroom at idealhome.co.uk

‘My starting point was this solid wooden unit found on Facebook Marketplace for just £30. It dictated the proportions of everything else’

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Where to buy Tracey’s style

BATHROOM MAKEOVER

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Use a small sideboard as an unusual vanity unit. You’ll need to shorten the top drawers to make room for pipework’

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SHOPPING AROUND

‘The metal-framed shower panels remind me of the sliding screens in Japanese homes. I found this design online’

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Tracey’s choice:

MAKING SPACE WORK A savvy approach to spatial planning can turn tricky features into great assets

Can I improve the shape?

The more you spend on building work, the less you’ll have for fittings. Stealing space from an adjacent bedroom or relocating a water tank might provide extra inches but do get costings in advance. Moving an external window is usually far pricier than an internal doorway, for example.

How do I plan the layout?

By prioritising. Compromise is often inevitable so start by listing your must-haves and work out the impact

BEST FOR… VIRTUAL PLANNING Villeroy & Boch’s augmentedreality app lets you view fittings in your bathroom so you can check the look and fit, and change size, shape and colour before you buy.

STRUCTURAL ADVICE The Institute of Structural Engineers (istructe.org) has a database of qualified structural engineers, plus free homeowner advice and how to commission the right expert for your job.

SPECIALIST SOLUTIONS Ideal Standard’s Concept Space range includes tapered baths, corner basins and short-projection loos, designed by Robin Levien, for awkwardly shaped rooms.

awkward features will have on where they can go. Sloped walls may hinder where you can put a shower, for example. Could compact or spacesaving sanitaryware, such as a corner loo, allow for a more spacious tub?

Can I move the loo?

If this is a solution to improving your bathroom’s layout, then taking professional plumbing advice is critical.

Firstly, find out where the soil pipe enters the bathroom from outside – the less distance the waste needs to travel, then the better the performance. Soil pipes can often be extended behind stud walls and under the flooring, as long as the flow can be maintained.

What about odd angles?

Experts use distraction techniques to draw the eye away from unsightly features. This can be a lovely vanity unit, a statement bath or boldly patterned tiles, used as a focal point. Visible immediately upon entering, this can help you overlook a multitude of sins. For a complete cover-up, consider commissioning fitted furniture and turn alcoves or corners into storage.

Which colours work?

There are no firm rules but sticking to the same shade for the ceiling and walls is a great way to iron out any awkwardness.

Darker colours can look amazing but avoid on seriously sloping walls, or they may feel like they are closing in on you. ‘Soothing pastel shades or off-whites will ensure the room feels relaxing and spacious,’ adds Helen Shaw, director, Benjamin Moore UK.

‘A SLIM-FRAME WALK-IN SHOWER IS LESS BULKY AND MORE SPACE-SAVING THAN A CUBICLE STYLE’ RUTH CORBETT,, HOUSES EDITOR

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WALL RADIATORS STRAIGHT UP

Arcadia’s oval tubes are aligned in a vertical formation to deliver an aesthetically appealing designer style, £152, The Radiator Centre

CHROME APPEAL

A contemporary classic design, the Rhondi ladder radiator comes in gleaming chrome, £358, Bathrooms To Love

GREY TREND

The Seville Anthracite flat panel radiator is available in six sizes, making it super flexible, from £175, Bathroom Mountain

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mall spaces, sloping ceilings, uneven walls and unusual alcoves are common in bathrooms, particularly in period properties or when overall space is tight. But it’s not all bad news. Irregular architecture and imperfections can result in a compelling, character-filled place to bathe and unwind.

Buy it

EASTERN ESCAPE

Buy Tracey’s style…

EASTERN ESCAPE Style a Japanese-inspired space in jade green and prosperous gold

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HOTEL LUXE

Include plenty of natural materials.

Chandra jute hand-braided round floor rug, £129, Cult Furniture

Bring the outdoors in with botanical prints. Rocoto set of four towels, £49, Made

Smooth curves lend softness.

Casca oval countertop basin, £89.95, Victorian Plumbing

Pi Pick k monochrome h accessories i with fluid shapes. Matt Black vase, £12, Dunelm

Create a striking focal point above dual basins. Divide wall mirror, £110, Sweetpea & Willow

Introduce soothing shades of jade green. Glina Green gloss ceramic wall tiles, £20sq m, B&Q

Promote a sense of calm with celesttial wall art. Sun and Moon Hiding Gold poster, from £6.95, Juniqe

Stash bathroom essentials in this Trebla small woven storage basket basket, £30 £30, La Redoute

LUSH TOUCH Break up harsh lines with swathes of foliage. Bamboo tree in round pot, £32, Matalan

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INSIDE EAT, TRY & DO!

GREAT STUFF TO

SMART SOLUTIONS

FOODIE BUYS

RESEAL YOUR BATH

MINI CARROT CAKE LOAVES TAKES 1 HR PLUS COOLING TIME MAKES 8 FOR THE CAKES: 150g wholemeal self-raising flour 1tsp baking powder 100g ground almonds 175g soft light muscovado sugar 2tsp mixed spice 50g raisins 120g vegetable oil 300g carrots, grated 2 eggs FOR THE FILLING 40g cream cheese 20ml double cream 1tbsp icing sugar Zest of ½ orange FOR THE TOPPING 125g white chocolate

2tbsp toasted flaked almonds YOU WILL NEED 8 mini loaf tins, greased and bases lined Piping bag

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Heat the oven to 170C/Gas 3. For the cakes, mix the dry ingredients together, then mix in the oil, grated carrot and eggs. Spoon into the tins and bake for 30 mins. Remove from the tins and cool.

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For the filling, whisk the cream cheese, double cream, icing sugar and zest. Set aside in a piping bag.

Once the cakes are cool, cut a deep slit into the centre of each, leaving 2cm uncut at each end. Snip a small end off the piping bag, insert into the gap and squeeze until full of cream.

Melt the chocolate and spoon over the cakes. Scatter over the almonds.

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PCYCLE A TRAY TABLE

DIY COASTERS

p110 BRILL BRUNCH IDEAS

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SOLUTION Genius ways to make everyday tidying, cooking and organising easier…

UPGRADE YOUR PANS If your cookware has seen better days, why not splurge on a new set? Available individually or as a set of six, the new Accent series features an ultra-durable nonstick range. There are 26 and 28cm pans and a 1.9ltr saucepan, plus a 4.7ltr stainless steel stockpot and three universal lids that fit on a wide array of pans and pots. And the best bit? They all stack neatly into each other, freeing up space in your cupboard.

Accent cookware range, £29 for the six-piece set, Meyer

THE HELLO KLEAN SHOWER FILTER ATTACHES TO YOUR SHOWER OR TAP, REMOVING MORE THAN 90% OF FREE-CHLORINE, , WATER-SOLUBLE HEAVY METALS AND ODOUR. £60, CULT BEAUTY

If you’re in the market for a new sofa and one of your new year’s resolutions was to make more eco-friendly purchases, check out Dunelm’s new range The Edited Life. Made to order in the UK, the frames are made from recyclable solid wood, while the seat and cushions are filled with Quallofil Blue – a durable shape-holding fibre that is 50% recycled plastic.

Choose from three designs in up to 13 fabrics. Salisbury made-to-order sofa, from £899 for a two seater, Dunelm

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STYLISH OFFICE CHAIRS

Upgrade to one of these sleek chairs for your home office SMART & SUBTLE

This could easily double up as an extra dining chair when you need one.

Shell office chair, £179, John Lewis & Partners

RETRO VIBE

With added arm rests for extra comfort this soft upholstered chair is a beauty.

Office chair, £99.99, TK Maxx

MID CENTURY STYLE

This sleek plastic chair features a smart seat pad for comfort.

Tvissa white office chair, £40, B&Q

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Store bikes in a small space Lack the space to keep the whole family’s bikes stored safely away? Try the clever new Clug Pro. Super small - so small, you’d barely notice it when your bike isn’t there - the Clug Pro is a compact wall-hung bike rack that despite weighing just 26g, can hold up a bike up to 30kg in size. It stores bikes vertically so uses less floor space – perfect for small sheds – and keeps them rock solid in place.

Clug Pro bike rack, from £25.99 each, Hornit

INSTALL AFFORDABLE SMART LIGHTING WITH TRUST’S NEW SMART LED BULBS WHICH ARE CONTROLLED VIA AN APP. THEY DON’T NEED A BRIDGE TO CONNECT THEM AND COST FROM JUST £16.99 EACH, AMAZON

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DISPLAY WALL SHELVES Show off your stuff and keep it safe with one of these neat shelf units

TRUE BLUE

This super smart shelving unit features clever repositionable shelves. Bloomingville North shelf unit in Blue, £41.50, Beaumonde

SLEEK STAND

The ideal spot for a collection of perfume bottles or pretty trinkets that make your heart sing. Luciana metal triple shelf, £95, Oliver Bonas

STORE FOOD SMARTLY

If you tend to forget what’s in your freezer, Smartfreeze containers can help. Measuring 820ml, each box features a QR code that you can scan and keep a tally of via its app.

You’ll get notifications when the food is close to expiry, helping reduce waste. They are also microwave-, dishwasher- and oven-safe up to 200C. Smartfreeze silicone food containers, from £13.99 each or £39 set of three, Smartfreeze

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OH! NATUREL

Add a touch of rattan elegance with super stylish woven shelves.

Habitat water hyacinth shelf, £25 for two, Sainsburys

MAKE THE SWAP TO A WASHABLE RUG Limit the lasting damage of spills and scuffs by picking products that you can clean, like Ruggable’s range of washable rugs. Available in an array of colours, designs and sizes, the rugs feature a non-slip rug pad together with a rug cover that sits on top. The cover can be removed and chucked in the washing machine when needed. Jonathan Adler Carnaby Shadow Del Sol rug, from £109, Ruggable

Enjoy video calling Video calling is still the best way to spend time with someone if you can’t see them in person. The new Portal Go is a handsfree video calling device that uses your Facebook or WhatsApp profiles to allow you to call anyone else with a similar account. It features a wide-angled AI-powered camera that automatically follows the action to keep everything in the frame – perfect for keeping kids in shot.

Portal Go, £199, Facebook

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TILE COASTERS

THIS MONTH’S

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Adding felt to the bottom prevents tiles scratching surfaces

Pebeo porcelain paint pots, £9.99, Baker Ross

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Protect your surfaces by turning leftover tiles into pretty coasters. Use ceramic paints and a fine brush to add patterns to plain tiles and leave to dry.

Cut a square of felt to fit the size of your tile and stick to the underside.

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The 10-minute

DECLUTTER

Get the place tidy in a flash with these speedy tips and handy buys

TASSEL TIME

Add texture and pattern with vibrant embellishments. Printed rope storage basket, £35, Joe Browns

COOL CURVES

Perfect for hanging towels and robes in the bathroom. Ophelia oval wall mirror with hooks, £30, Very

STAND AND DELIVER

Use as a raised bed for indoor plants or a freestanding storage unit. Grove planter, £140, Beaumonde

Ready,steady,sort!

TIDY YOUR CLEANING PRODUCTS Sort through your bottles, sprays and cloths, and put almost-empty products to the front to be used up first.

AUDIT YOUR UNDIES Have a root through your bras, knickers and socks, throwing away anything that have seen better days.

COVER STORY

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Grow your fave greenery or use to stash stationery. Yucca ceramic plant pot book end, £14.50, Oliver Bonas

HALLWAY HERO

This Bloxom hall tree comes complete with a shoe cabinet, handy bench and coat hangers, £83.99, Wayfair

ORGANISE YOUR CRAFT STASH Put away winter projects in favour of spring makes - swap seasonal pieces so it’s easy to grab when inspiration strikes.

PLENTY OF SAUCE

No need for double dipping with this tasty trio of Architect Studios embossed nibble bowls, £8.35 for three, Habitat

SPOTS & DOTS

Declutter your dressing table by tidying away rings, bracelets and necklaces. Sakura jewellery box, £14.99, BTFY

WIPE UP

Make sure napkins are always on hand at the dinner table. Goldtone brushed napkin holder, £6, Primark

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YOUR BATHTUB

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Got an afternoon to spare? Give your bath a makeover by replacing discoloured, split or mouldy sealant

f you love a nice hot soak in the bath but the sealant around the edge is looking a bit worse for wear, it’s easier to sort out than you might think. You don’t need to shell out for a professional to do it – this is a DIY job that you can take on yourself. Invest in some sealant remover, sealant and a cartridge gun, and do it in an afternoon.

Replacing bath sealant is a quick, cheap job you can do yourself

YOU WILL NEED Silicone sealant remover scraper Silicone sealant White spirit

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Plastic Sealant gun

PREP YOUR BATH

Apply sealant remover to the old sealant around the bath and leave it to dry for 10-15 minutes. Remove the sealant with a plastic scraper (be gentle so as not to damage the bath). Scrub the area using a bathroom cleaner and leave it to dry thoroughly.

APPLY THE SEALANT

Fill the bath with water (the weight of the water will ensure that the sealant won’t crack when the bath is used later).

Insert the sealant cartridge into your sealant gun and cut the nozzle off the end of the cartridge so that its size corresponds with the gap to be filled (it’s best to start small and then you can cut further down for a wider hole if you need it). Perch yourself on the edge of the bath, press the trigger and apply the sealant to the gap in one smooth movement. Take care not to overfill.

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FINISHING TOUCH

Carefully remove any excess sealant with white spirit before it dries. Leave the sealant to dry according to the instructions on the cartridge, and then you can empty the bath.

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BLANK SLATE

ACHIEVE A SMOOTH LINE

Once you’ve finished applying the sealant, it’s time to smooth it with a wet round-ended tool (try the handle of a wooden spoon) or wet fingertip. Shape the sealant at an angle, so that the water will run off it better.

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ENSURE A CLEAN,STRAIGHT , LINEBY MASKING OFF THE AREA ABOVE AND BELOW WHERE THE SILICONE WILL GO WITH TAPE

‘Enjoy a soak in the tub without the distraction of split or mouldy sealant by taking on this simple DIY job.’

SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR Stephanie Durrant

UniBond d lant Silicone Remover, er, £10.60 for 150ml, Wickes

TRIGGER HAPPY Heavy duty sealant gun, £6, Wilko

Diall sealant smoother and remover tool, £1.32, B&Q

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MOUNTING TAPES

ALL WEATHER

Holds up to 13kg for heavy-duty applications. T-Rex clear mounting tape, £9.99, The Range

WASH AND REUSE

Can be reused for quick mounting and repairs. Duck max strength double sided nano tape, £3.99, Amazon

ULTRA DURABLE

Bonds permanently to most indoor and outdoor surfaces. Gorilla heavy duty mounting tape, £6.50, Wilko

Self adhesive floor tiles in Silica Black and Moroccan, £5.99 for 11, Studio

Craftyour perfect palette

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Crafted by Crown luxurious flat matt emulsion in Rustic Twine, £32 for 2.5ltr, Homebase

Drawing on its 200 years of experience, paint brand Crown has launched a premium collection of 62 refined shades. Each Crafted

by Crown colour is inspired

by British artisans and traditional manufacturing techniques, resulting in a timeless palette of soft neutrals and rich heritage hues. Available in four finishes, including luxurious flat matt, textured suede and a lustrous metallic finish, it’s easy to achieve your very own crafted look. Time to get planning your next decorating project!

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Wildflower Rose tiles, £79.95sq m, Original Style

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The latest need-to-knows to help you improve your home

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GIVE FLOOR TILES A REFRESH Breathe Transform floors in a flash with easyto-use sticky floor tiles from Studio.

Made from durable vinyl, you can revamp any clean and smooth surface just by peeling and sticking. Each tile measures 30.5cm square and there are eight designs to choose from including modern geometric and Moroccan inspired patterns. Prefer a more natural look? Go for the marble or terrazzo finishes instead or simply mix and match designs - at just £5.99 a pack, you won’t be breaking the bank!

COMMUNITY REPAINTIS ASCHEMETHATCOLLECTS UNOPENEDORPARTLY-USEDCANSAND GIVES THEM TO FAMILIES AND CHARITIES WHO CAN PUT THEM TO GOOD USE

among wildflowers Tap into the cottagecore trend with Original Style’s Tile of the Year 2022, Wildflower Rose.

Depicting an abundance of delicate hand-painted wildflowers, the design was inspired by walks in the British countryside over lockdown. It’s also available in Gold and Violet colourways, for even more versatility.

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ILED TRAY TABLE

THIS MONTH’S

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Maryd table, £45, Ikea. Batik patchwork blue tiles, £49.69sq m, Topps Tiles

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Choose tiles with a similar colour but different patterns

Revamp a tray table using leftover tiles. Position them so there are no gaps, cutting to fit if necessary. Set aside and spread adhesive onto the tray. Push the tiles into the adhesive, wipe off any excess, then leave to dry overnight before grouting.

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Pick up punch needle Punch needle is an age-old craft that has recently made a comeback. In Modern Punch Needle (£14.99, GMC), Duygu Turgut Gökpınar celebrates her love of this easy embroidery style by compiling 22 unique projects, along with detailed guides on tools, materials and key techniques. The book also includes two pattern sheets containing same-size motifs and YouTube videos accessed via QR codes. There are plenty of modern projects to try, from wall hangings to more beginner-friendly makes such as cushions.

QUICK STICK

This embossed floral cushion is a quick first project for beginners

POTTY ABOUT POTTERY

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yourself

So Crafty glue gun, £4.99. Aldi

Check out the latest workshops, books and making must-haves

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GENIUS GADGETS SPEEDY SEWING

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Hemline Gold needle threaders, £2 for a set of two, Hobbycraft

PERFECT POMS

Clover large pom-pom makers, £8.50 for a set of two, John Lewis & Partners

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TRY YOUR HAND AT… JESMONITE Unlike numerous ancient crafts, jesmonite has only been around since 1984. Referring to the compound itself, jesmonite is an ecofriendly, lightweight alternative to resin, plaster and concrete. It’s perfect for casting and can be mixed with vibrant inks and

Following the success of Channel 4’s The Great Pottery Throw Down, the nation’s interest in ceramics has spun out of control! If you fancy giving it a try, why not sign up to Columbia Road Clay’s pottery throwing taster class? The two-hour session in Shoreditch is the perfect intro to throwing clay on the wheel. Priced at £65, all materials and firings are included, and you’ll get to take home your own creation. Book at classbento.co.uk.

Jesmonite candle holder set, £60, Rekha Maker

pigments to create anything from coasters and candle holders to jewellery and lighting.

Terrazzo and marble designs in bright shades are currently a huge trend. Starter kits cost from around £30 and are a great way to get a feel for mixing pigments and casting using moulds.

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BRILLIANT

Treat yourself and loved ones to a special mid-morning meal

SWEET STACK

STRAWBERRY PIMM’S COULIS CRUMPET TOWER TAKES 15 MINS SERVES 2 250g strawberries, topped and roughly chopped, plus an extra whole one for serving 2tsp caster sugar 80ml Pimm’s 5 large mint leaves, torn, plus extra to serve 6 crumpets 50ml Greek yogurt, to serve

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Place the strawberries in a saucepan with the caster sugar and heat gently.

Lightly mash to release some juice.

Add the Pimm’s and simmer for 2 mins.

Stir in half the shredded mint leaves, then blitz in a food processor until smooth.

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Strain through a sieve, then stir in the rest of the mint leaves.

Toast the crumpets, then layer up with a spoonful of the coulis between each. Top with Greek yogurt, more coulis and the extra strawberries.

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SMOKED SALMON WITH PEA AND DILL FRITTERS

SO TASTY

TAKES 30 MINS SERVES 4 3 medium eggs 50ml whole milk 100g gluten-free oats 1tsp glutenfree baking powder 15g dill, plus extra to serve 3 spring onions, washed, trimmed and cut into chunks 200g frozen petits pois 5g unsalted butter 200g smoked salmon Tzatziki dip, sprigs of dill and lemon wedges, to serve

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In a food processor, blitz the eggs, milk, oats, baking powder and 15g dill with ¼tsp sea salt and a grind of black pepper. Once the mix is smooth, add the spring onions and blitz again.

Put the petits pois in a bowl and pour over boiling water to thaw them.

Drain, add to the mixture and blitz again.

Melt the butter in a frying pan and use a small ladle to add a spoonful of mixture. Cook for about 3 mins, then flip and cook on the other side for 3 mins.

The mixture should make 8 fritters.

Top each fritter with a slice of smoked salmon and a dollop of tzatziki, then sprinkle with dill and a squeeze of lemon.

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FOR A VEGGIE OPTION SWITCH THE SALMON FOR WILTED SPINACH CHORIZO BENEDICT ON ENGLISH MUFFINS TAKES 1 HR SERVES 4 190g cooking chorizo 8 medium free-range eggs 4 English muffins FOR THE HOLLANDAISE SAUCE 2 egg yolks 2tsp lemon juice 2tsp white wine vinegar 120g butter, melted and cooled Paprika, to serve

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Heat the oven to 190C/Gas 5. Cook the chorizo for 15 mins, until crispy.

Meanwhile, in a saucepan of gently simmering water poach the eggs for 3 mins or until cooked to your liking.

To make the Hollandaise sauce, whizz the egg yolks in a food processor for 1 min. In a small pan heat the lemon juice and white wine vinegar until steaming.

With the processor running, gradually pour in the hot lemon juice and vinegar, then slowly pour in the melted butter until the sauce is thick. Season and keep warm over a pan of warm water.

To assemble, slice the muffins in half and toast. Put 2 halves on each plate, and top each with chorizo, egg and Hollandaise sauce, sprinkled with paprika.

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SPICY DELIGHT

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SPICED RICOTTA WITH HONEY AND WALNUTS ON TOAST

SPEEDY TREAT

TAKES 10 MINS SERVES 6 250g ricotta cheese 1tbsp icing sugar ½tsp cinnamon 1tsp lemon juice 100g walnut halves 12 slices sourdough bread 40ml honey Micro herbs, to garnish (optional)

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Add the ricotta cheese, icing sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice to a bowl. Whisk together until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Place a dry frying pan over a medium heat. Gently toast the walnuts, shaking the pan from time to time, until fragrant.

Toast the bread to your liking, then spread each slice with the spiced ricotta mixture. Sprinkle over some walnuts and a drizzle of honey. Garnish with micro herbs, if using.

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PREPARE THE BERRY LOAF A DAY IN ADVANCE AND LEAVE TO SOAK OVERNIGHT IN THE FRIDGE FOR THE BEST FLAVOUR

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FRENCH TOAST BERRY LOAF TAKES 1 HR, PLUS SOAKING SERVES 6 500g sourdough loaf 2 large eggs, plus 1 egg yolk (save the white for glazing) 100ml double cream 250ml whole milk 1tbsp vanilla bean paste 1tsp cinnamon 150g blueberries 100g raspberries 15g demerara sugar 2tbsp maple syrup, plus more to serve Icing sugar, to dust

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Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Use a sharp knife to make deep slices across the loaf in both directions, ensuring you don’t go all the way through, to create a grid pattern.

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Mix the eggs and egg yolk, cream, milk, vanilla and cinnamon in a jug.

Place the bread in an ovenproof dish and pour the egg mix over. Leave to soak for at least 20 mins.

Sprinkle half the fruit over the bread, pushing it into the grooves. Spoon over any remaining liquid. Brush with egg white, sprinkle over the demerara sugar and bake for 45-50 mins, until set.

Top with the remaining fruit, drizzle over the maple syrup and dust with icing sugar. Serve warm.

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NICE SLICE

BREAKFAST QUICHE

TAKES 1 HR 15 MINS SERVES 6

320g ready-rolled puff pastry 150g chestnut mushrooms, halved 100g smoked streaky bacon, 3 rashers reserved, the remainder cut into chunks 1 small leek, halved and finely sliced 10g parsley, finely chopped 50ml full-fat milk 150g half-fat creme fraiche 2 large eggs 1tsp nutmeg 4 quails’ eggs YOU WILL NEED 25cm fluted tart case Baking beans

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Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. Unroll the pastry and use to line the tart case. Use a serrated knife to trim the

excess. Prick the base all over with a fork, line with foil and baking beans, and blind bake for 40 mins; remove the beans and cook for a further 5 mins.

Meanwhile, fry the mushrooms in a pan, tossing for 5-10 mins until golden. Remove and set aside.

Next, fry the bacon until crispy. Add the cut bacon to the mushrooms and set the full rashers to one side.

Wipe the pan and gently sweat the leek for 10 mins. Once soft, mix into the mushroom and bacon mixture along with the parsley.

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In a bowl, mix the milk, creme fraiche, eggs, nutmeg and ¼tsp salt.

Press the bacon mixture into the tart base. Pour over the milk mixture and lay the whole cooked bacon rashers on top, leaving space for the quails’ eggs, which you will add later. Reduce the oven temperature to 170C/Gas 3 and cook the quiche for 25 mins.

Use a spoon to press 4 shallow holes on top, and crack a quail’s egg into each cavity. Return to the oven for 20 mins until the quiche is set in the middle.

Allow to rest before serving.

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POSH BEANS ON TOAST

MAKE AHEAD

TAKES 2 HRS 20 MINS SERVES 4 1tbsp oil 120g chorizo, diced 1 onion, finely sliced 2 x 400g cans mixed beans, drained 50g brown sugar 1tbsp black treacle 1tbsp English mustard ½tsp smoked paprika 400g can chopped tomatoes 500ml beef stock Crusty bread, toasted, to serve Parsley and sliced green chilli, to serve

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Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Heat the oil in a large ovenproof pan and cook the chorizo and onion for 5 mins.

Stir through the beans, sugar, treacle, mustard, paprika and tomatoes. Pour over the stock then cover with a lid.

Transfer to the oven and cook for 2 hrs until the beans are soft and the sauce has thickened. Serve the beans on slices of toast. Sprinkle over a little parsley and green chilli.

MAPLE-GAMMON, EGGS AND RÖSTI TAKES 40 MINS SERVES 4 4 medium waxy potatoes, peeled 1tbsp olive oil, plus 1tbsp 1tbsp goose fat or butter 4 x 200g gammon steaks 2tbsp maple syrup 4 eggs Watercress, to serve

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To make the rösti, add the potatoes to a pan of boiling water and cook for 6 mins.

Drain, then when cool enough to handle, grate coarsely.

Season generously.

Add half the oil and goose fat or butter to a large frying pan, add the grated potato in 4 little circles and cook for 10 mins, until crisp.

Flip onto a plate and add the remaining oil and goose

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fat or butter to the pan. Slide the rösti back into the pan, uncooked side down, and cook for another 10 mins, until crisp.

While the rösti is cooking, bring another pan to a medium heat with the remaining 1tbsp oil. Fry the gammon steaks for 3 mins on each side, until cooked through. Pour over the maple syrup and let it bubble for 1 min until glazed.

Meanwhile, poach the eggs in a saucepan of gently simmering water for 3 mins or until cooked to your liking. Serve with the rösti and gammon, with some watercress on the side.

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THE BIG VEGGIE BREAKFAST TRAY BAKE TAKES 30 MINS SERVES 4 260g bag baby spinach 400g can cannellini beans, drained 3tbsp tomato puree 3tsp sherry vinegar 100g mushrooms, washed 8 vegetarian sausages 1 red onion, cut into eighths 200g cherry on-the-vine tomatoes ½tbsp olive oil 1tsp dried mixed herbs 1 bagel, torn into chunks 4 large eggs Sriracha or other hot sauce, to serve

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Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Put the spinach in a colander, pour over boiling water to wilt it, then drain.

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Mix the beans, tomato puree and vinegar with 3tbsp water. Arrange on the baking tray in 4 blobs, along with the mushrooms, sausages, onion and tomatoes. Cook for 5 mins.

Mix the oil and dried herbs; add the bagel chunks and toss to coat. After 5 mins add the spinach to the tray in 4 small nests. Crack an egg into each one and season with sea salt and pepper.

Place the bagel on top and return to the oven for 15 mins. It’s ready when the whites of the eggs are cooked.

Drizzle over the sriracha to serve.

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