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The latest trends and best buys to make life easier and more beautiful

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THREE OF THE BEST STORAGE CANISTERS

No matter how much room you’ve got, these little beauties will look good on your worktop… 1 Storage canister, £17, Ekobo 2 Mojave glaze pink canister, £20, Sass & Belle 3 Dipped ceramic storage jar, £10, John Lewis & Partners

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ADD SOME SUNSHINE… WITH NEW TILES

When designing a small kitchen, don’t be afraid to go bright. The Discotheque Bronski tiles, £42/sq m from Claybrook, are a vibrant shade of sunny yellow that’s sure to lift your spirits, even while doing the washing-up!

LITTLE GENIUS

Joseph Joseph has long been the frontrunner in smart yet functional designs, and now the brand has introduced The Maker’s Collection, a sleek and stylish range of nesting pieces and worktop organisers designed to elevate the everyday. Prices start at £42

NOW THAT’S CLEVER

Keep surfaces clutter-free with Magnet’s space-saving Cabinet Plus. This innovative shelving unit at the back of the cupboard moves up and down with the touch of a button, giving you instant access to food and prep essentials. From £1,482, Magnet

HOT SHOT

A good quality coffee machine may seem the preserve of larger kitchens, but Breville’s new Bijou design (£150, Argos) is a perfect size if you’re short on space. The steam wand and manual shot function ensure you can make a barista-grade cup of coffee every time.

WHY A SMALL KITCHEN CAN STILL BE HUGELY STYLISH

Just because you have a limited area doesn’t mean Devol employs smart techniques to make the most

BRIGHT IDE A MULTIFUNCTIONAL PIECES

There are a few not-so-secret interiors tricks to making the most of a tight space; one is mirrors, which help to make a room look bigger, and the other is including smart multifunctional pieces. The Radiator Company has combined the two to create a mirrored radiator with the option to add on towel rails. Relax Inox, from £2,188

SMALL BUT STYLISH

In a tiny bathroom or cloakroom, it’s all about the detail. Add your own style with a statement piece such as this handmade beauty. Delphine basin, £849, London Basin Company

GO BOLD

You can opt for a really striking look in a cloakroom as it’s not a space you spend much time in. To keep things from looking too busy, go for accessories in colours that coordinate with the walls. Here red, yellow and turquoise accents complement the botanical wallpaper (Savuti from Cole & Son). Artelinea Zen basin and vanity unit, £1,444; Vola HV1 tap, £505; Catalano Zone Sleek wall-mounted pan, £776; all CP Hart

TRIED & TESTED BATHROOM SCALES

The House Beautiful Approved team put these gadgets through their paces to bring you the best

B E S T I N V E S TM E NT BU Y

These connect to the Tanita Health app to measure everything from weight and BMI to visceral fat, bone mass and metabolic age – ideal if you want a multitasking product to track Tanita RD-953S, £165, John Lewis & Partners

B E S T FO R VA LU E

budget-friendly smart scales. The EufyLife app is intuitive and allows you to record 12 health measurements, although body fat readings were less accurate than weight. EUFY Smart Scale C1, £29.99, Currys

B E S T A LL- ROU N D E R Simple and minimalistic, these digital scales record weight exceptionally accurately and quickly. They are clear and easy to use, making them excellent no-frills bathroom scales. Beurer GS-410 Signature Line, £34.99, Amazon

Ideas and inspiration to make the most of your space

MAY WE BE SO BOLD

Too colourful? No such thing. Hot corals, azure blues and sunshine yellows will create a vibrant Mediterranean paradise, no matter what size your outdoor space. And if you’re feeling brave, don’t stop wall can be your canvas too.

Plants, from £7.99 each; pots, from £8.99 each; all Dobbies. For similar wall paint, try FFT-018 interior and exterior matt, £34.50/1L, Mylands

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