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EDITOR’S LETTER
Welcome Vanessa
PHOTOGRAPH DOMINIC BLACKMORE STYLING SARITA SHARMA
Vanessa Richmond, Editor
Yonks ago, when I was in my twenties and working at the very chic Red magazine, the team was asked to give quotes for a feature about how they spent Christmas Day. I was embarrassed to take part, because everyone else’s involved smoked-salmon and Champagne brunches, bracing country walks and polite, post-lunch present opening in front of the Queen’s speech, all done while wearing fancy cashmere sweaters. In contrast, Richmond Family Christmases were an unfettered binge of slobbery and self-indulgence, with prezzies ripped open before dawn, selection-box breakfasts in tea-stained reindeer PJs and semicomatose movie sessions in the afternoon, because by then everyone was feeling too tired, farty and argumentative to leave the house. Even Pa Richmond, usually a moderating inf luence, was happy to abandon all the normal rules just for one day. I’ve tried to introduce more style and decorum over the years, but it’s a losing battle and, TBH, I kinda love it. Whatever your family’s festive style, I hope that every minute is full of joy.
Honeycomb notebook; Amaris foil notebook, £16 each, John Lewis & Partners. Espresso cup and saucer, £5, Fox & Ivy range, Tesco
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What’s new 9 You deserve... …to let your hair down
10 How to add wow! Fabulous finishing touches
13 Need to know What’s hot this month
16 Look what we found Christmassy bedlinen
18 The shortlist Christmas baubles that make great gifts
20 Hotel glamour Elegant furniture and chic accessories from the Ideal Home range at Very
Real homes 22 ‘I’ve bought this old barn back to life’
46 ‘This place is a sanctuary at the end of a hectic day’
66 ‘Open-plan living has its challenges!’
84 ‘This house needed a total rethink’
Style & decor 37 Style hero Meet the creative force behind Maisons du Monde
40 Inspiring table settings Tips and ideas for laying a beautiful festive table
59 Modern Deluxe Art Deco plus Fifties elegance equals a timeless look
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77 The 2019 decorating debate Glamour or hygge?
96 40 easy style updates Clever tricks and smart buys
162 Beautiful possibilities
Before & after 108 ‘This is our forever home, so we’ve filled it with colour’
114 ‘Knocking through changed our lives!’
120 ‘We found a way to fit in both a bath and a shower’
126 ‘We’ve turned this old stable into something special’
131 ‘Glass gives our extension the wow factor’
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40 To find all the stockists in this issue, turn to page 160 Simple solutions
146 Easy entertaining Barware to make your cocktails look the real deal
134 January’s genius problem solvers Clever finds to keep your home running smoothly
149 Christmas drinks Special tipples to toast with during the festive season
136 Kitchen tech
151 Weekend bake
5 best bread makers
Spiced molasses cake
137 Tech support Enhance your TV viewing
139 Kitchen tech
152 Low and no-alcohol drinks
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For teetotallers and drivers Turkey and butterbean hotpot
Simple pleasures
Regulars
140 Food with friends
5 Editor’s letter 106 Subscribe to Ideal Home
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5 best fridge freezers
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WHAT’S NEW
IN JANUARY
You deserve… to let your hair down!
FEATURE HOLLY WALSH
What’s your poison? Whether craft gin is your thing or bubbles help you sparkle, make your party go with a swing by loading up a drinks table with elegant glassware and all the fixings for some seriously fabulous snifters. Bottoms up!
WHERE TO BUY Make your own gin kit, £5; wine glass, £5; Radiance gold tumbler, £5 for four; Radiance gold Champagne glass, £5 for four; Radiance gold wine glass, £5 for four; Peach Bellini set with edible pearls, £5, all Wilko
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SPRINKLING OF STARS Pink velvet star cushion, £20, Monsoon Home
CHIC BOTANICAL Yadira 4-light ceiling light, £168, Dar Lighting
GO FOR GLOBES Ridged spherical glass vase, £45, Bloomingville range, Amara
A BIT OF BLUSH Freeda conical cocktail glass, £149 for 12, Out There Interiors
SHINING SHOWSTOPPER Pascali bar cabinet, £599, Atkin and Thyme
HOW TO ADD
wow! STATEMENT DECS Zebra decorations, £14 each, Raj Tent Club
Go on, pick something you love – because every room needs a magic ingredient that takes it from finished to fabulous
ANIMAL ATTRACTION Animal cake plates, £12 for four, Dunelm
PARTY READY Zelda cabinet, £899, West Elm
RETRO BEAUTY Flora scalloped armchair, £395, Oliver Bonas
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GOLD LEAF Metal leaf tree, £90, Raj Tent Club
WHAT’S NEW
LAY ON THE LUXE Berry pendant lamp, £675; Chula half circle dining chair, £555; Button dining chair, £240; Comfy chair, £360; for similar table try Bistro dining table, £615, all Out There Interiors
ELEGANT FRAME Chopsticks mirror, £155, The French Bedroom Company
SILKY TOUCH Fringed cushion cover, £8.99, H&M Home
FEATURE MICHELA COLLING
PRECIOUS PIECE Crystal and marble box, £20, Monsoon Home
GLAM UP A TIPPLE Metallic paper straws, £3 for 30, Talking Tables SMOKED FINISH Stanley cofee table, £299, Made.com
LITTLE WONDERS Long handled gold servers, £15, Curious Egg
PETITE DESIGN Maddie dressing table, £249, Made.com
MOLTEN STYLE Gold leaf wreath, £200, Laura Ashley
DARING BUT DELICATE Gold leaf tea light holder, £32.95, Audenza
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Dulux’s colour of the year is Spiced Honey – this calm, caramel hue
We’ve been shamelessly snooping around the shops, so you don’t miss a single thing that matters...
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ALL THINGS COSMIC Find a new frontier with these celestial finds
ROCKET MAN Jet Mars Explorer bauble, £12, John Lewis & Partners
STARRY NIGHT Trinket dish, £22 for two, Debenhams
MOON SHINE Foil Moons cushion, £30, Oliver Bonas
OUT OF THIS WORLD Astronaut snow globe, £8, George Home
There’s a new designer at Debenhams
Just when you’ve got to grips with grey walls, Dulux announces its colour of the year and it’s… brown. Yup, Spiced Honey is an orangey-caramel tone that sounds delicious and actually looks pretty cosy and soothing, too. It’s effective at warming up cool blush pinks or calming down bold teals and reds, but most lush teamed with other neutrals, Kelly-Hoppen style. Plus, our editor got a hot tip from a trend predictor recently that bitter chocolate brown is going to be the next big thing. You heard it here first!
KEEPSAKE STOCKING A perfect last-minute gift for little ones, the Liberty print stocking comes filled with a hand-picked collection of goodies worth £110. Bound to make you the favourite aunt, uncle or godparent!
Cutting-edge lighting designer Sarah Colson has joined the gang, and we’re loving her Gem collection, inspired by quartz crystals and designed to add a little sparkle as table lights and pendants, or hung as clusters for even more impact. Sarah Colson table lamp, £90, Debenhams
Is brown coming back?
Sarah Colson large pendant, £150, Debenhams
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Little Liberty baby Christmas stocking, £75, Liberty
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WHAT’S NEW
Mid-century changing table, £699, West Elm
Brilliant OR bonkers? TEA AND COFFEE BREWING ALARM CLOCK, £345, BARISIEUR
Possibly the most hipster alarm clock on the market right now, this glorified Teasmaid is ideal for anyone who – quite literally – needs a caffeine drip to get out of bed in the morning.
LOOK WHAT WE FOUND!
STYLISH NURSERY FURNITURE AT WEST ELM Graham Glider, £999, West Elm
IDEAL
Audrey changing table, £799, West Elm
GREAT DEAL
POUR YOURSELF A NIGHTCAP IN STYLE
£130
CRYSTAL CLEAR Murray decanter, £130, Dartington
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CLASS GLASS Diamond pattern decanter, £50, Out There Interiors
Pretty pet beds at Made.com Yeah, we know they prefer the sofa, but even if your pooch or kitty does ignore it, your stylish decor deserves one of these chic, Scandi-inspired beds from Made.com’s Kyali and Hyko collections. Hyko small round pet bed, £29, Made.com
Kyali small oval pet bed, £99, Made.com
FEATURE MICHELA COLLING
American homeware brand Pottery Barn has recently launched Pottery Barn Kids in the UK, and their collaboration with West Elm is a winner. The dark-wood changing table and velvet Graham Glider rocking chair would fit perfectly in any mid-century fan’s home, and both can easily be repurposed when baby outgrows them.
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Look what we found! The thing that’s got the Ideal Home team buzzing loudest this month…
CHRISTMASSY BED LINEN FROM DEBENHAMS
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The buildup to the big day starts here! This folksy tree-print set is stylish, not garish, and will give your bedroom festive feels and a cosy vibe you’ll love all the way to Twelfth Night SPOTTED BY… STYLE EDITOR MICHELA COLLING
Nordic Nights double bedding set, £35; grey sheepskin cushion, £45; grey chunky knit throw, £60; teal faux mohair throw, £25; Bibi black side table, £85; green ceramic pot, £15; jute baskets, £26 for two; white glitter stars, £5 for eight, all Debenhams
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WHAT’S NEW
SILVER FOX Fox ornament, £25, Jonathan Adler range, Trouva
POSH POT Eau de Nil satin Camellia teapot decoration, £20, Fortnum & Mason
UNDER THE SEA Beaded pink lobster decoration, £4.50, Yonder
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Christmas baubles
PRINCE OF POP Prince bauble, £16, National Theatre Bookshop
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TO GIVE AS GIFTS
CLASSIC COLLECTIBLE Large snowflake decoration, £25, Wedgwood
GIN O’CLOCK Gin gle bells decoration, £5, Debenhams
CUTE FOR KIDS Lord Olly & Lady Lolly mice decorations, £8.50, White Stuff
FEATURE HOLLY WALSH
BLING BAUBLE Georg Jensen brass holiday ornament, £31.77 for two, Amazon
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The Ideal Home Guide to TIMELESS STYLE
Hotel glamour SMARTEN UP YOUR LIVING SPACE WITH MOODY COLOUR AND ELEGANT FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES FROM THE IDEAL HOME RANGE AT VERY.CO.UK
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Velvet sofas So soft, so decadent, a little luxury you’ll love every day
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Full-on power glam not your thing? A gorgeous metallic lamp is all you need to give a room more polish VANESSA RICHMOND, EDITOR
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WHERE TO BUY Dante sofa, from £949; armchair, £799; coffee table, £229, all Ideal Home range, Very. ON SOFA Noir Nights cushion, £18.99; Deco bead cushion, £18.99, both Ideal Home range, Very. ON COFFEE TABLE Scratch vase, £32.99 for two; metallic wine glasses, £34.99 for four; Charleston floor lamp, £99.99; textured wool rug, £159.99, all Ideal Home range, Very. New York Reflections canvas, £79.99, Very
PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
Dante armchair, £799; Noir Nights cushion, £18.99; Pentagon bean drum, £44.99; Gold metallic throw, £69.99; Arabian Nights mirror, £129.99; Bailey floor lamp, £69.99, all Ideal Home range, Very
SET THE SCENE FOR ENTERTAINING Go for metallic-finish accessories, cutlery and glassware to upgrade your everyday white crockery. Sparkle glass place mat and
coaster, £39.99 for a six piece set; rose gold and black cutlery, £34.99 for a 16 piece set, all Ideal Home range, Very
Dante two-seater sofa, £949, Ideal Home range, Very. Gold metallic cushion, £24.99, Very. Noir Nights cushion, £18.99; Pisa coffee table, £179; bronze vases, £34.99 for two; Armina dome mirror pendant, £59.99; textured wool rug, £159.99, all Ideal Home range, Very
IDEAL HOME LOVES…
Hotel glam buys at Very.co.uk
PHOTOGRAPHS DOMINIC BLACKMORE STYLING SARITA SHARMA
GLITZ UP Sparkle glass place mat and coaster set, £39.99 for a six-piece set
CURVE AND TILT Bailey table lamp, £34.99
SMART BUY Pisa lamp table, £99
SHIMMER TOUCH Scratch vases in rose gold, £32.99 for two
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Showcase beautiful original features ‘The barn was dark, empty and abandoned, but when I looked up and saw the magnificent ceiling, I was just in awe,’ says Rachel. ‘We preserved the beams and brick walls where possible, but some walls had to be panelled for insulation.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Finmark ceiling light is similar, £165, Maisons du Monde
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REAL HOME
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Turn to page 35 to shop the look
‘I’ve brought this old barn back to life’ Converting a ramshackle barn in the northern French countryside has been a long but ultimately satisfying journey for Rachel Coppens
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Welcome to my home
“ Rachel Coppens, a stylist, lives here with her son Louka, three.
THE PROPERTY A barn conversion near Lille, France.
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I wanted to move out into the countryside before the birth of my first child, and when I walked into this barn, I knew it was everything I had been looking for. I could imagine living here and knew I’d found our home
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t was the stunning vaulted ceiling that clinched it for Rachel Coppens when she first visited this ramshackle barn just outside Lille. While the dilapidated structure needed a huge amount of work, for Rachel and her now ex-husband, the exposed beams, stunning vaulted ceiling, vast open-plan space and countryside location far outweighed any negatives. ‘We were living in the centre of Lille, but wanted to move out into the countryside,’ says Rachel. ‘The large, open interior and outdoor space was everything we needed.’ They undertook much of the renovation work themselves, conserving and restoring the barn’s original framework and adding a timber extension. The original 95sq m outbuilding houses the living and dining space and connecting kitchen, while the main bedroom, en suite, two additional bedrooms and bathroom are in a new extension. Towards the end of the project, a parquet floor that had been painstakingly laid was ruined by a flood. ‘We came back from holiday to find ourselves knee deep in water, with the house flooded due to heavy rain,’ says Rachel. ‘We didn’t have the energy to start over, so we had the floor raised, installed underfloor heating and fitted a concrete floor with a white epoxy resin coating. I’m so glad we did, as it makes the space feel so much brighter and is more comfortable underfoot.’ Rachel couldn’t wait to get started on the interior. ‘My style is a bit of a melting pot – a mixture of rustic and bohemian influences. I travel a lot for my work, which is a source of inspiration, so the interior here is a real blend. I’m lucky to live so close to Lille and near Belgium, where there are lots of antiques and interiors shops. I love unearthing old furniture and other pieces that give this place originality and character.’
REAL HOME
Go for a natural look at Christmas Rachel dresses her relaxed scheme with decorations in soft white, silver and copper, teamed with simple white paper stars hung on the walls. BUY THE KEY PIECES Similar paper stars, from ÂŁ5.95 each, Idyll Home. Similar light-up reindeer, ÂŁ84.99 for two, White Stores
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The sitting room is my favourite spot. It’s so cosy here, once I’m on the sofa I find it hard to leave!
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HOME-MADE TABLES Salvaged pallets with large castors simply screwed on
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Supersize pendants They draw the eye upwards to show off high ceilings and create intimate pools of light
LED STARS Add a little magic to blank walls
Use colour-blocking The room is naturally divided by the beams supporting the ceiling, but Rachel has defined the spaces with black and cream paintwork in the kitchen, ochre in the dining space and warm white in the sitting area. BUY THE KEY PIECES Kivik three-seater sofa is similar, £495, Ikea. Hanlin sheepskin throw is similar, £150, Trouva. Tekouma Berber-style rug, £285, La Redoute
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DIY DINING TABLE Rachel made it from planks, to fit the space perfectly
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REAL HOME
BLACK WALL Makes anything you put against it visually pop
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I love the ochre dining area walls. They brighten the space and are such a bold contrast
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Mix old and new
Seek out salvage
Rachel has created a relaxed, eclectic look by mixing vintage and reclaimed furniture with new buys, but all share a rustic, industrial or modern Scandi vibe that works with her neutral palette.
‘The kitchen worktops are made from old railway sleepers I found in an architectural salvage yard here in Lille. They’re tough and hard wearing, and lend a rustic touch to the contemporary gloss white cabinets.’
BUY THE KEY PIECES Similar rattan and metal dining chairs, £99 each, ZaZa Homes. Locmaria recycled pine dining table is similar, £769, Maisons du Monde
BUY THE KEY PIECES Star cutting board, £12.50, Hema. Similar black-and-white diamond rug, from £40, Dash & Albert
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REAL HOME
Add warmth with a mellow neutral colour Louka’s room, which is in the new extension, is flooded with natural light. Rachel painted one wall in a versatile khaki tone to make it feel more cosy.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Oak Apple intelligent matt emulsion is similar, £48.50 for 2.5L, Little Greene. Jute rustic hessian bunting is similar, £6.61 for 48 flags, eBay
UPCYCLED CHEST A blackboard drawer and mismatched handles give this piece character
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If you can’t find it, make it ‘I wanted a teepee bed for Louka’s bedroom but couldn’t find one anywhere. So I made this myself using wooden brackets which I draped with the jungle-print fabric.’
LINEN BUNTING Adds a cute touch and a place to hang artwork
BUY THE KEY PIECES Teepee cabin bed is similar, £340, Cuckooland. Similar leopard rug, £80, Smallable
Improvise to suit your space Rachel simply laid a length of painted wood onto two basic Ikea bedside chests to create a long desk where Louka can draw and paint, or do homework when he gets older. BUY THE KEY PIECES Malm chest of drawers in white stained oak veneer, £40 each, Ikea. Je t’taime heart print is similar, £2.20 to download, Thebrightsidebygina at Etsy
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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Make the most of the situation if things change or don’t go to plan. The white f loor wasn’t what I’d originally planned, but it brightens up the space and gives our house a more modern look
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OVER-BED SHELF An alternative to bedside tables where there’s too little space
Keep smaller schemes simple Rachel’s bedroom is painted white, including the floorboards, but she has added colour with cushions in a mix of greens while staying true to the same natural palette she’s used throughout the house. BUY THE KEY PIECES Star light, £14.99, Lights4fun. Loop shelf, from £180, Grattify
Upcycle a vintage piece of furniture ‘This second-hand workbench I found makes a great home for the two washbasins. I added a steel utensil rail at the front to hang towels and wash cloths.’ says Rachel. Large baskets hold fresh towels and loo rolls. BUY THE KEY PIECES Stockholm mirror is similar, £75, Ikea. Similar Sahara round counter-top basin, £49.95, Victorian Plumbing
BASKET-WEAVE SPLASHBACK Laying tiles in this format gives a textural effect
FEATURE AMANDINE BERTHON, LISA FAZZANI, VANESSA RICHMOND STYLING AMANDINE BERTHON PRODUCTION: AMANDINEJULES.COM PHOTOGRAPHS JULIEN FERNANDEZ PLANS AGENCY SERVICE
‘I painted a black feature wall as a contrast against the white in my bedroom’
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Give old things new life ‘I was lucky to pick up this old bath that I painted black and the second-hand ladder that I use for hanging towels,’ says Rachel. ‘I like the bathroom’s rustic, country style.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Black bamboo linen rack is similar, £39, Tikamoon. Aztec bath mat is similar, £9, George Home
FULL-LENGTH MIRROR Turned on its side and propped on a ledge to create an illusion of space
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REAL HOME
Make it work for you RACHEL’S STYLE: GLOBAL ARTISAN Natural wood, monochrome prints and handcrafted pieces set a smart but cosily rustic scene in Rachel’s home
IDEAL
NATURAL MATERIALS Bamboo mirror, £100, Abode Living
GREAT DEAL
ARTISAN PICK & klevering bamboo mirror, £43.50, Printer + Tailor
STATEMENT LIGHT Muuto Unfold white pendant light, £155, Rume
INDUSTRIAL TOUCH Stourton enamel ceiling light in white, from £69.99, Dowsing and Reynolds
POSITIVE INFLUENCE Happy poster, £9.95, Desenio
FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT
HIGH CLIMBER Tall rustic ladder style shelving unit, £195.95, Melody Maison
SHAGGY TEXTURE Isha cushion, £40, Cox & Cox
MACRAMÉ DETAIL Indira mango wood stool, £99.74, Maisons du Monde
REALISTIC LOOK Lene Bjerre Flora cactus, £215, Sweetpea & Willow
BE INSPIRED Do More poster, £5.95, Juniqe
RUSTIC WOOD Aldsworth narrow shelf ladder, £165, Garden Trading
CHILD FRIENDLY Fejka artificial potted cactus, £90, Ikea
GLOBAL INFLUENCE Fringe black and white cushion, £15, JD Williams
WOVEN STYLE Wooden pink and cream stool, £29, Boutique Camping
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STYLE HERO
‘Neutrals are my go-to colours’ Anne-Laure Couplet, the creative force behind Maisons du Monde, loves colour, but prefers to keep things more subtle in her own home
COSY CORNER Julian sofa, £629; Mauricette armchair, £140; Pilea coffee tables, £126.50 for three; Reindeer wall light, £32.39; Vassili floor lamp, £199.90, all Maisons du Monde
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nne-Laure has the final say on every Maisons du Monde product, as well as the look of the company’s stores and concessions. She lives in a three-bed apartment in Paris with her husband and two children. Our home is decorated in just two colours – a bright, milky white and a charcoal shade. I think the combination of the two creates a soft, cosy feel. I’ve added linen textiles to bring even more comfort to each room. Layering up textures is a great way to add depth. It’s easy to give a sofa or armchair a makeover just by adding throws. Layering weighty fabrics will create a sumptuous look, while linens and cotton will give it a relaxed feel. My whole career has revolved around textiles. Before Maisons du Monde, I worked for a variety of fashion companies. I love how textiles can change a home. I haven’t always surrounded myself with neutral shades. Years ago, I painted my entire apartment yellow! It was a disaster. We’ve all made decorating mistakes. I love beautiful wooden furniture. Even our sand-coloured sofa has light wood panels on the sides. It’s where
SOFT TOUCH Tozeur beige and blue cotton cushion cover, £15.59, Maisons du Monde
WINTER WARMTH Hexagones candle holders, from £11.99; Gaby flower candle holder, £8.39, both Maisons du Monde
COOL NEUTRAL Safari Party ceramic vase, £35.99, Maisons du Monde
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STYLE HERO all the family gathers, which makes the living room my favourite space. It’s in the centre of our apartment and is filled with candles, with the walls covered in black and white paintings and African artwork.
NEUTRAL SPACE Century industrial desk, £574; Pitaya armchair, £214; Naturaliste display case, £769, all Maisons du Monde
Black and white artwork is a bit of a theme in our flat. One of our bedroom walls is dedicated to old black and white movie posters, which I really love. The apartment faces directly onto a park, so when I wake up each morning, I can hear the birds singing in the trees. When you live in the city, I think it’s really important to be close to nature, wherever possible. I like to switch up my bedlinen regularly to change the look of the room. I swap between dramatically different styles, so one week it’ll be an ethnic print and the next a Berber-style pattern or classic all-white sheets.
AND RELAX Kant four-seater sofa in burgundy, £1,049, Maisons du Monde
Another design trick I love is to mismatch dining chairs. Adding one or two new chairs to an existing set adds a pop of personality to a traditional dining setting. I love our Multipl’s metal dining chairs from Maisons du Monde. They come in 13 colours – and they’re stackable!
RING OF FIRE Cesar gold metal and glass candle holder, £14.39, Maisons du Monde
‘One of our bedroom walls is dedicated to old black and white movie posters.’ Breakfast at Tiffany’s framed print, from £39.95, Juniqe
For inspiration, Marrakech is amazing. They have so many talented craftsmen and women creating the most beautiful pieces. Their work is a labour of love rather than a job and it shows in their finished products. I try to go there at least twice a year as I love to travel.
‘I love to visit Marrakech and meet all the craftspeople who create the most beautiful pieces’
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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We’re all guilty of having those go-to colours we always fall back on. But you’ll never find your ultimate scheme unless you experiment. Start with a cushion in a new shade, and build up from there
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This Christmas, I’m going to decorate using pale blue decorations. The look that I’m aiming for is inspired by one of Maisons du Monde’s Christmas themes this year, called Cosy Blue. It’s a really relaxed, comfortable look, with a nod to the hygge trend, which I find so inspiring.
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I plan to redo my kitchen soon. I’d like to go for a more modern kitchen in all white, with mixed woods and a grey wooden floor.
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Set a stunning Christmas table From rustic luxe to metallic glamour, these small but special decorative touches will upgrade your dining table for the festive season…
Add some country cosy Get an informal, rustic look by layering a printed linen tablecloth over a plain one and use log slices as chargers. – perfect with white tableware and amber decorations. WHERE TO BUY Autumn Leaves tablecloth, £35; acacia wood and bark place mat, £18 each, all John Lewis & Partners
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Get a modern rustic vibe Dress up your everyday crockery with classic taupe linen napkins, simply tied with a piece of satin ribbon. WHERE TO BUY Metal star candle holder, £39.99; glass tea light holders, £1.99 each; wooden star, £2.99; star tea light holder, £1.99, all Dobbies SIMPLE STACK Embossed pattern upgrades plain white crockery Lace embossed 12-piece dinner set, £30, George Home
STYLIST’S NOTE Use glass lanterns as mini display cases and fill with decorations, foliage or lights as simple centrepieces
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SAVE A SPACE Wreath place card holder, £4.99 for four, Ginger Ray
SET THE MOOD White and gold candles, from £4 each, Debenhams
GO FOR GOLD Bring on the New Year’s Eve vibes with a glam mix of metallics in contemporary designs. Rose gold 16-piece cutlery set, £25; star print 12-piece dinner set, £25; milk jug, £5; copper leaf plate, £12, all George Home
TABLE BLING Gingko leaf salad servers, £28, Oliver Bonas
FILL WITH BAUBLES Hexagon lantern, from £25, Marks & Spencer
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STYLE & DECOR SIMPLE SCANDI Star table runner, £16, Ragged Rose
FOR YOUR VIPS Party Porcelain silver bauble place card holder, £10 for eight, Talking Tables
YEAR-ROUND PIECE Sutara candle holder, £40, India May Home
STYLIST’S NOTE Raid the garden for evergreen foliage to dress the table, using metallic spray paint and fairy lights to give it a glam upgrade
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ADD MIDNIGHT BLUE Top the table with a runner in an inky shade for a little Deco drama. Fox & Ivy Nero mixer and wine glasses, £15 for four; velvet foil print runner, £15; dinnerware, from £5, all Tesco
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Go big on greenery For a laid-back but striking finish, mix relaxed displays of faux greenery with foraged foliage in glass jars and vases. A plain colour scheme of wood, white and grey makes the greenery the star. WHERE TO BUY Snow Scene wine glasses, £7 for two; woven place mats, £3 for two; 16-piece black cutlery set, £20; eucalyptus in bottle, £10, all George Home
Pop in place cards Treat guests like VIPs with a place card holder – an unusual shape such as a silver pear will double up as a table decoration. Back the name card with a festive Christmas slogan too. WHERE TO BUY Pear place card holder, £25 for six, The White Company
Design a menu Match your menu and place cards to your table decor for that extra special touch. Pick a design to inspire a new look or choose one to tie your theme together. WHERE TO BUY Frank menu, from £1.09; place name, from 25p, both Tuppence Collective range, Papier MODERN ARTISAN Mbata antique brass candelabra, £39.95, Nkuku SILVER SERVICE Fluted silver plated platter, £59, Sophie Conran CHEESE COURSE Rose gold and marble cheese knives, £25 for a set of four, Amara TABLE TOPPER Marble & ash Tree platter, £29.50, Marks & Spencer
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STYLE & DECOR PARTY FAVOUR Set a place for guests with a personalised letter decoration they can take home for their tree.
Give industrial style some sparkle Copper baubles add polish to this raw look. Stick to simple white crockery and black place mats and candlesticks for drama. WHERE TO BUY Iron 3D black wire star, £12; oversized rusty brown bauble, £10; copper paper honeycomb ball, £25; House Doctor wire candlestick, £15, all Amara
Monogram Christmas decoration, £5, Debenhams
STYLIST’S NOTE If you love candlelight at the table, try LED pillar candles and tea lights. This safe option won’t drip wax on to the table and you can keep them twinkling away all night
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WHITE OUT Highlight white with modern gold cutlery or a simple banded tableware design. Gold band 12-piece dinner set, £49.99; Star serving dishes, £19.99 for two, all Very
MIX WITH IVY Gold flower garland, £40 for two, Sophie Conran
FOR SAUCES AND SEASONING Artisan serving trio, £45, Eclect Design
DISPLAY DESSERT Aurelia dome and stand, £65, LSA International
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SHIMMERING SETTINGS Beaded silver place mats, £18 for two, Laura Ashley
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‘This place is a sanctuary at the end of a hectic day’ Natalie and Phillip Bowles have used a palette of soft neutrals to create a soothing mood that offsets the stresses of daily life
Mix a subtle palette ‘I have deliberately chosen to create a neutral backdrop using whites, taupes and greys,’ says Natalie. Her scheme continues throughout the house. BUY THE KEY PIECES Bumper storage footstool, £425, Loaf. Fraser fir tree, £499, Balsam Hill. Decorations, from a selection at The White Company, Cox & Cox and The Contemporary Home
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Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A three-bed, Fifties semi in Kent.
VALUE Similar properties in the area cost £600,000.
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I love the flow of this house. You come into the cosy sitting room, the snug and the dining area. The kitchen is the final wow moment
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atalie Bowles had a vision for her Fifties semi. Having tried to buy the house next door to it three times without success, she knew exactly what she wanted when finally the neighbouring house came up for sale. ‘We wanted to extend it to achieve the layout that we had liked so much in the property next door. It was the only house on the street that had not been extended and because it was untouched, we were able to put our own stamp on it,’ she says. ‘We could take it back to its bare bones and install features as we wished, without having to make any compromises.’ Using tradespeople that Natalie had known for years, work started with replacing all the skirtings, architraves and doors. The banisters and spindles were next, and then they updated the fireplaces. ‘We had central heating installed and the electrics rewired, then we redecorated and fitted a new bathroom.’ Once that stage was complete, the couple took a six month break before starting work on the kitchen extension in January 2018. The original kitchen is now a useful utility room. ‘I know my style inside-out as I worked in an interiors shop for a number of years, which was a valuable learning experience,’ says Natalie. ‘I’ve created a home that feels restful, with a hint of French country style set against a neutral backdrop of whites, taupes and greys. I love that classic, subtle colour palette.’ At Christmas time, the family enjoy a low-key vibe. ‘Life is so busy, so on Christmas Eve it will be just the three of us. We treat ourselves to nibbles in front of a good movie, then we’ll be ready to party with the wider family on Christmas Day.’
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Layer textures A neutral scheme can look flat, so Natalie has been careful to include cosy carpet, fluffy Mongolian fur cushions and textural accessories to lift her living room scheme. BUY THE KEY PIECES Pudding sofa, £1,195; Classic scatter cushions, £25 each, all Loaf. Maryd tray table, £45, Ikea is similar
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Know your style The star of the show in the cosy snug is a glazed armoire filled with favourite accessories. ‘I love French furniture and traditional Provençal style, so I’ve tried to create a restful home with a hint of French country,’ says Natalie. BUY THE KEY PIECES Izzy sofa, £795; ottoman, £425, both Sofa.com. Armoire, £995; console, £325, both Pepperbox Interiors
FLOATING MANTEL Gives the room a modern rustic look
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GLAM CHANDELIER Gives a simple room a wow moment
Add opulent touches Natalie had the luxurious chairs reupholstered in grey velvet to update them, and spray painted the mirror in silver, to give the dining area polish and a dose of understated glamour.
BUY THE KEY PIECES Round mirror, £254, Decorative Mirrors Online at Notonthehigh street.com, is a match. Scoop back chairs, £139 each, Made.com, are similar. Bjursta dining table, £150, Ikea, is similar. Eight branch chandelier, £218, Swagger Incorporated
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A black console acts as an accent against the soft neutrals
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Use warm colours in bright spaces The roof lantern floods the new kitchen extension with light. Natalie chose a taupe-grey shade for the units to bring gentle warmth to the space. BUY THE KEY PIECES Bespoke cabinetry, £6,900; Silestone worktop in Quartz, £300 a linear metre, both Eclectic Interiors. Ingolf bar stools, £65 each, Ikea
FAUX MANTEL Adds a touch of period style to this new extension
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Rustic wood flooring If you have white walls, it’s a great way to introduce character and texture to your space
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PAINTED PANEL A characterful and colour-free alternative to artwork
An ornate chest and mirror don’t overwhelm, thanks to their pale grey finish
Go for maximum luxe in a bedroom A deep buttoned headboard and heavy eiderdown give the main bedroom an opulent feel. Natalie’s favourite neutrals are given a lift with a pair of ‘hero’ patterned cushions, arranged boutique-hotel style on the bed.
BUY THE KEY PIECES Rosalie bed, from £620, Sofa.com, is a match. Boutique Hotel silk bedspread in grey, from £200, John Lewis & Partners. Blazon cushion covers, £88 each, Oka. Painted wooden panels, £100 each, Pepperbox Interiors
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Be inspired by American style Natalie has given Joe’s room a Ralph-Lauren-inspired look with an upholstered headboard and star-print cushions. BUY THE KEY PIECES Chantal bed, £1,245, Brissi. Cushions, £45 each, Pepperbox Interiors. Tin stars, £50 each, Lime Lace. Checked blanket, £44, Dunelm, is similar
FEATURE ALISON GIBB, VANESSA RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHS COLIN POOLE PLANS AGENCY SERVICE
BARN STARS Wall art with a little rustic magic
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Make it work for you NATALIE’S STYLE: REFINED ELEGANCE Grey French-style furniture and sleek silver accessories are a sophisticated start, then add greenery for a festive flourish
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MID-CENTURY MARVEL Nickel table lamp with grey faux silk shade, £199.99, Allissias Attic
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MARBLE TOP Lindi dual source table lamp, £59.99, Very
SEASONAL BLOOMS Frosted pine and berry wreath, £12.99, HomeSense
FAUX FOLIAGE Frosted pine and berry wreath, £65, Cox & Cox
NICE KNIT Sira grey cushion, £65, Sweetpea & Willow
CUDDLE UP Grey knitted cushion, £7, Argos TRAY CHIC Cosford round mirrored tray, £101, Artisanti
SILVER SERVICE Decorative silver tray, £29.99, Zara Home
SITTING PRETTY Antoinette smoke grey dining chair, £119.99, My Furniture
VERY VELVET Sieanna dining chair, £109, Cult Furniture
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COMPLETE COMFORT Faux sheepskin rug, £60, Oliver Bonas
PUT YOUR FEET UP Feather standard fabric footstool in white linen, £822, Darlings of Chelsea
SUPER SOFT Faux sheepskin rug, £30, Next Home
HEAPS OF STORAGE Bumper storage footstool in Mineral Grey clever linen, £565, Loaf
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Modern Deluxe Mix a hint of Art Deco with a little Fifties chic, and ultra-modern minimalism with super-sleek finishes, and you get this timeless, versatile style‌
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QUICK TRICK Fill a vase or lantern with white baubles and fairy lights
THIS PAGE Walls painted in Lamp Room Gray estate emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Ariella cabinet, £695, Graham and Green. Alva chair, £169, Cult Furniture. Atlantic Streaks rug, from £349, Louis De Poortere. ON CABINET Golden Leaves framed art, £32, Graham & Brown. Martini glass, £16 for two, Next Home. Tea light holder, £3.99; Yellow citrus candle, £6.99, both H&M Home. Newington hurricane, £56, Neptune. Baubles, from a selection at John Lewis & Partners. Fairy lights, £2.49, Festive Lights. IN CABINET Whisky glasses, £19.50 for four, Marks & Spencer. Cocktail shaker, £40, The White Company. Decanter, £48, Heal’s. Wine glasses, £15.99 each, Zara Home. Bottle opener, £8.50; paper decorations, from £6.50 for three, all Talking Tables. Stars & Script gift wrap, £8 a roll, The White Company.
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Elegant living Simple, square-lined sofas in richly coloured velvet stand out beautifully against pale grey walls for an opulent, salon-style living room
THIS PAGE Walls and rug as before. Belgrave sofa, £1,899, John Lewis & Partners. Karlsson armchair, £1,295, Lombok. Drum stool, £145, The Dormy House; made in Zola, £75m, Harlequin. Ariella desk, £595, Graham and Green. Aero coffee table, £529; Gower nest of tables, £355, both Barker and Stonehouse. Christmas tree, £649, Balsam Hill. Mirror, £349, Dwell. Lakeside Reflection canvas, £110, Graham & Brown. Cushions, from left: in Perla Slate, £36m, Kai; Dufrene Grey Seal, £101m, Romo; Entity Plains Gold, £28m, Harlequin; Diagonal Stripe, £39, West Elm; Cirro, £72m, Clarke & Clarke. ON DESK Folia vase, £70, Wedgwood. Faux
ROUND MIRROR Clean curves soften the squared-off furniture shapes
hydrangea, £19, Neptune. Amber Woods candle, £6, Marks & Spencer. Fretwork dome, £30, Gisela Graham. Lucile shade, £35; Castleford lamp base, £140, both Neptune. ON MANTEL Garland, £60, Gisela Graham. Atrium hurricanes, from £39, West Elm. Tea light holders, £3.99 each, H&M Home. Teal hurricane, £12; candlesticks, £6 each, all Tesco. ON TABLES Tray, £12.99, H&M Home. Candle, £60, The White Company. Hurricane (as vase), £15, Marks & Spencer. Tea set, from £16 for a cup and saucer, Vera Wang at Wedgwood. Desk lamp, £22, Tesco. Baubles, The White Company and Gisela Graham.
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STYLE & DECOR THIS PAGE Walls painted in Down Pipe estate emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Sisal carpet, £50sq m, Crucial Trading. Hong Kong rug, £169.99, Modern Rugs. Obeo dining table, £945, Barker and Stonehouse. Beatrix dining chairs, £119 each, Cult Furniture. Zane bookshelf, £499, West Elm. Bars wall clock, £199, Dwell. ON TABLE Gio dinnerware, from £12 for a side plate, Wedgwood. Candlesticks as before. Pimlico crackers, £45 for six, The White Company. Wine glasses, £15 each, Heal’s. Cutlery, £34.99 for a 16-piece set, Ideal Home range, Very. Runner in Entity Plains Gold, £28m, Harlequin. Soho ice bucket, £35, Marks & Spencer. Franciacorta, £15 for 70cl, Tesco. Hurricane, £25, Marks & Spencer. ON MANTEL Lantern, £40, John Lewis & Partners. Hurricane, £15, Marks & Spencer. Totem vases, from £39, West Elm. Pre-lit star, £25, The White Company. Natural Golden prints, £65 for three, Graham & Brown. ON SHELVES Folia vase, £70, Wedgwood. Prism frame, £19.99, Dwell.
MODERN CLOCK Wall art and timepiece in one
Dramatic dining space Dark grey walls provide the perfect backdrop for simple, striking furniture, glam gold accents and lots of festive sparkle – perfect for grown-up entertaining
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FEATURE SARITA SHARMA, VANESSA RICHMOND STYLING SARITA SHARMA PHOTOGRAPHS DOMINIC BLACKMORE
BLURRED LINES Gives walls a soft, textural look that’s easy to live with
THIS PAGE Atmosfera wallpaper in gold/ pewter, £66m, Zoffany. Happy New Year banner, £10, Talking Tables. Audrey sideboard, £999, West Elm. Carpet as before. Akani table lamp, £95, John Lewis & Partners. Tray, £49.99, Zara Home. Martini glasses, £16 for two; wine glasses, £26 for four; shot glasses, £10 for four, all Next Home. Cocktail shaker, £40, The White Company. Baubles, from a selection at John Lewis & Partners. Nibble bowl, £3, Tesco. Star decorations, from a selection at Gisela Graham. Champagne trug, £26, Next Home. Tea light holder, £3.99, H&M Home. Flake wallpaper (as gift wrap), £85 a roll, Hooked on Walls.
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Cool greys, warm mustard yellows and glam, statement furniture create a simple but decadent look
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‘Open-plan living has its challenges!’ When they moved into this flat in a converted cardboard factory, Lisa Mistry and her husband Anand Patel were literally starting with a blank canvas…
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HALF-PAINTED WALL Makes the dining area feel cosier
Get the balance just right ‘As the living space is so large, it was hard to make each area feel different, yet work together as one room,’ says Lisa. ‘The hardest part is avoiding clutter but not wanting it to look empty, either!’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Dining table, £1,400, Bodahl. Tweed rug, from £209, West Elm. Star light, from £115, Jonny & Em
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Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A two-bedroom, groundfloor flat in a converted warehouse in Manchester, bought in 2016.
THE VALUE Similar properties in the area cost around £450,000.
Lisa Mistry, a bank manager, lives here with her husband Anand, an operational director for a property management company.
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fter outgrowing their last home, Lisa Mistry and her husband Anand were attracted to this flat, which was part of a converted cardboard factory in Manchester’s city centre. Despite the place needing some serious work, the couple bought it in June 2016 and devised a grand plan to give the layout an overhaul before moving in. ‘We fell in love with it because of how much space it had, and its central location,’ says Lisa, ‘but the layout was all wrong, the ceilings needed lights, the whole place needed rewiring, and the flooring had been ruined by stiletto marks and needed levelling.’ The large open-plan living, dining and kitchen space was arranged over two levels, so the first job was to raise the floor and make it all one uninterrupted space. The kitchen was opened up and walls knocked down to enlarge the second bedroom. ‘The project took a year to complete and we moved into my parents’ house when we realised how much needed doing – we literally ripped the place apart!’ says Lisa. ‘We finally moved back in August 2017 and I love that the living space is now completely open plan. It’s so much lighter than before and extending the kitchen into the living area has given us a breakfast bar – another place to eat.’ With the main building work done, Lisa could turn her attention to the decor. ‘We’ve split the main space into three and made each area as cosy as possible,’ she says. ‘My style is very much about clean lines and a simple monochrome colour palette. I love Scandi style, with lots of natural textures and materials, so I’ve incorporated concrete and wood where I can. I created mood boards and found inspiration on Instagram, where I’ve charted our home progress at @loft208.’
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Long-drop pendants Nothing draws the eye better – attract attention to high ceilings for a loftier feel and zone an open-plan dining area
Think big In a large, open, multipurpose room, big, chunky pieces of furniture – like Lisa’s modern refectory dining table – help to hold each area and clearly define the space. ‘We started by planning the ideal furniture size in each part of the room,’ says Lisa. BUY THE KEY PIECES Unfold pendants are similar, £155 each, Heal’s. Pre-lit tree, £149.99, Christmas Tree World
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Make soft, natural textures a priority A velvet sofa and sheepskins add a tactile element to a space full of hard finishes. ‘In such a large, open-plan room, we had to use lots of different textures and materials to make it feel homely,’ says Lisa. BUY THE KEY PIECES Sofa, £799, Urban Suites. Prints, from a selection, Desenio
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GRAPHIC GROUPING Stick to black and white for simple impact
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Bare-bulb pendants Simple and versatile, they make a non-shouty design statement in a modern space
Use black – it’s the ultimate accent Taking her cue from the flat’s iron beams, Lisa has chosen black bar stools and accessories to give the white-painted open-plan room definition and classic elegance. BUY THE KEY PIECES Hee bar stools, £165 each, Hay. Bare light fittings, £195 each, Buster + Punch
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REAL HOME Oak chopping boards give the minimalist kitchen a little warmth and soul
Invest in a Scandi classic String shelving is the original Swedish system, designed in 1949. Lisa’s oak and metal unit has the ideal simple, modern look for displaying her favourite pieces of tableware in a corner of the kitchen.
GEO TILES The plain kitchen would look bland without them
BUY THE KEY PIECES Shelf unit, £120, String. Kitchen tiles, £5.99sq m, Tiles Direct
Indulge a design whim… This corner of the living space would be the perfect place for an armchair or bookcase, but the high ceiling meant Lisa could finally realise her dream of having a Sixties-inspired hanging chair, instead. It is
suspended from an iron beam using a clamp that has been painted black to match. BUY THE KEY PIECES The handcrafted natural bamboo hanging chair is similar, £499, Grainger & Jameson
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Use soft neutrals in sleep spaces Lisa has tweaked her mono scheme with gentle beiges and greys to give the main bedroom a restful, relaxing feel. BUY THE KEY PIECES All At Once geo cushion cover, £40, Beck & Black. Washed waffle bedding set, from £49.50, Marks & Spencer. Bed, £799, Furniture Mill
BLACK RAD Stands out as a design feature against a white wall
Think simple and streamlined in a small bathroom A walk-in shower and wallhung vanity unit use the space as efficiently as possible in the bathroom. A frameless shower screen, white tiles and wide mirror keep it feeling light and open, too, but Lisa sees the
room as a missed opportunity: ‘If I had the chance to redo this room, I’d be a lot braver with my tile choices,’ she says. BUY THE KEY PIECES Vanity unit, £850, Vitra. Shower tiles, from a selection, Villeroy & Boch
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Make it work for you LISA’S STYLE: A HANGING CHAIR A retro-style, mid-air chair will add a little fun to your living space – the perfect place to curl up with a good book… COOL CURVES Wicker look resin and polyester cushions make this outdoor friendly too. Ibis hanging chair, H112xW104xD66cm, £294.50, Maisons du Monde
HOW TO HANG YOUR CHAIR Check the maximum weight capacity before you buy, as it can vary between 120–200kg. If the hanging chair doesn’t come with its own stand, think about the best place to hang it. You’ll want somewhere it can hang without causing an obstruction and where it won’t bang into any walls. It should hang about 90-110cm above the floor.
GO GREY Relax in this synthetic wicker chair with a soft, weathered grey finish. Dante pod hanging chair with iron stand, H196.5xW94.5xD94.5cm, £399, John Lewis & Partners
DOUBLE DUTY There’s room for two on this fun, fringed woven hanging seat. Reelak double swing seat in poly cotton, H150xW130xD82cm, £179, La Redoute
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If you fancy something that’s fun, frivolous, and has a hint of Seventies nostalgia, you can’t beat a hanging chair! RUTH CORBETT, HOUSES EDITOR
SUPER BOWL Channel Sixties style with this woven rattan bowl shaped chair. Hanging indoor bowl chair in rattan, H108x W108xD83cm, £625, Out There Interiors
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If you’re not a DIY pro, chair hanging is best left to a professional. It must be hung from a beam or ceiling joist that is able to support the weight of the chair and person sitting in it. If you’re concerned about support limits, go for a chair with two hanging rings so you can distribute the weight between two beams.
HANG OUT This sturdy black metal indoor/outdoor chair comes complete with a hanging stand. Cannock hanging chair in polyester and metal, H198xW96xD96cm, £230, B&Q FEATURE LISA FAZZANI
Hang your chair pivotstyle, which will let you rotate it 360 degrees, or hang from two ropes to rock back and forth. If hanging hardware isn’t included, you’ll need a specialist screw-in hook for the ceiling, plus a heavy-duty chain or rope to hang the chair from and connecting carabiners or S hooks, – all must be able to support at least 140kg.
TWO’S COMPANY Cosy up in this deluxe double chair with cushion and headrests. Double indoor/outdoor hanging chair in steel and PU woven rattan, H186xW165xD68cm, £675, Cox & Cox
If your support beam isn’t visible, you’ll need to locate it using a stud finder, which will pinpoint the centre of the beam. Then you can drill a hole and screw in the hanging hook before connecting your chain or rope and hanging the chair.
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The 2019 decorating debate:
GLAMOUR OR HYGGE? INTERIOR DECORATING TRENDS HAVE NEVER BEEN SO EXTREME, SO WILL YOUR NEXT ROOM REDO BE ALL ABOUT THE POWER GLAM OR WILL YOU GO FULL RUSTIC?
THE NEW GLAMOUR: ACCESSORISE TO THE MAX Big, brash details are what modern glamour’s all about. For festive flamboyance, build your own garland by bulking out an artificial one with gold-sprayed foliage and a mix of boldly coloured baubles. Kempton mirror, £245, Loaf. Ripple vase, £69, Heal’s. Green and gold tea light holders, £15 for two, Gisela Graham. Gold letters, from £6.95, Posh Graffiti. Host bowl, £50, LSA. Erith tea light holders, £16 each, Neptune
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PATTERN PLAY Ferns, marbling, animal print… mix it up but stick to a co-ordinating palette
UPTOWN-CHIC LIVING ROOM Going for glamour? The crucial element is plush texture, so pick a velvet-covered chair, a brocade curtain, a silk cushion – or all three! Furniture should be metal and glass, but if wood works for you, go for dark walnut… or just paint old pieces dark grey to make them fit
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Stylist’s Note ‘Got a grey-painted room? Tones of teal will bring it to life, especially if you team it with blues and greens for a blended, layered colour mix’ Sophie Martell, Acting Decorating Editor
MATT BRASS Keep the look classy by making any metallics low key
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Stylist’s Note ‘Make a country look more modern with copper accents and amber accessories to inject a little natural warmth and glow to a neutral room’ Sophie Martell, Acting Decorating Editor
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ART SWAP Take down framed prints and hang a festive friend or wreath instead
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CLOSE TO NATURE Decorate shelves with Christmas tree offcuts and foraged pine cones
SCANDI-SNUG COUNTRY DINING You’ll never regret investing in classic oak furniture as it can form the foundation for all kinds of modern-country looks. Sheepskins, woven rugs and simple, artisan tableware all bring comfort and gentle colour to a room, creating a relaxed, Nordic scheme that suits a family space JANUARY 2019
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Where to buy
WALLS painted in Cornforth White estate emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Mad Men Collection rug in Cracks Dark Pine, from £349, Floor Story. Eden large sofa in Ocean, from £1,629, Sofa Workshop. Dax buttoned armchair, £790; Ashbee mirrored coffee table, £380; Ziggy side table, £185, all Graham and Green. Curtains in Extravagance Sapphire, £42m, Harlequin. Blinds in Asuri Pigeon, £52m, Romo; trimmed with Ida Braid, £49m, Osborne & Little. ON SOFA Cushions, from left: Riva emerald green bumble bee cushion, £16; Wouf Amazon velvet cushion, £79, both Trouva; made in Omega Pacific (front); and Omega Azure (back); made in Omega Azure (front); and Omega Grass (back), all £46.70m, Linwood. ON COFFEE TABLE Collector’s House hexagon tray, £20; Peacock gin glasses, £9 each, both John Lewis & Partners. Star by Julien Macdonald vase, £22, Debenhams. Tea light, £15 for two, Gisela Graham. Christmas tree with LED lights, £369, Balsam Hill. ON TREE Peacock blue baubles, from £5 each; Emerald feather flower decorations, £6 each, both John Lewis & Partners. Butterfly clips, £7 each; gold glitter leaf branches, £9 each, both Gisela Graham. Turquoise baubles, from £3.75 each, The Contemporary Home. Various baubles, from a selection at Heal’s, Marks &
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Spencer and The Contemporary Home. ON MANTELPIECE Skultuna Nattlight candlesticks, from £100 each; dinner candles, £3 each, both John Lewis & Partners. Stag tea light holder, £20, Debenhams. Laurel hurricane, £19.95, Parlane. Warm white star micro fairy lights, £6.99 for 40, Lights4Fun. Sandblast tree tea light holders, from £12 each; Coro lagoon tea light holder, £20 for four, Amara. Vitas caramel green glass vase, £45, Lillian Daph. Penta hurricanes, £6.95 each, Parlane. Nordmann Fir candlelit garland, £89, Balsam Hill; trimmed with Ribbed peacock baubles, £3.75 each, The Contemporary Home; copper foil baubles, £8 each, John Lewis & Partners; deep blue baubles, from £5 each, Heal’s. Brass cladded mirror, £425, Graham and Green. Peacock feather wreath, £55, The Contemporary Home. Peacock feather finial, £6, John Lewis & Partners. ON ARMCHAIR Cushion made in Espinillo velvet in teal/brass, £92m, Harlequin. ON SIDE TABLE Penta hurricane, £12.50, Parlane. Coro tea light holder in Lagoon, £20 for four, Amara. Gift wrap: Recycled gold Kraft wrapping paper, £3.25 a roll, Paperchase; Emerald palm gift wrap, £4 a roll, John Lewis & Partners; Navy blue star gift wrap, £12.50, Cox & Cox. Ribbons, from 75p a metre, Jane Means.
SCANDI-SNUG COUNTRY DINING WALLS painted in Oxford Stone estate emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Border jute rug, from £129, Myakka. Curtains in Ruskin Hazel, £60.50m, Romo; and Alvar Amber, £20.50m, Clarke & Clarke. Lorn six-seater dining table, £999; Lorn four-seater dining bench, £550, both Croft Collection at John Lewis & Partners. Wardley oak dining chairs, £300 each; Arundel console table, £695, both Neptune. Two tone merino throw, £119, Heal’s. Genuine single sheepskin wool rug, £59.99, Very. Copper gift wrap, £12.50 a roll, Cox & Cox. Ribbon, from 75p a metre, Jane Means. Amber glass leaf baubles, £5 each, John Lewis & Partners. ON DINING TABLE Dove grey napkins, £12 each, The Linen Works. Olivia 12-piece dinner service, £125, Habitat. Home Collection gold radiance cutlery, £35 for a 16-piece set, Debenhams. Amber Picardie glasses, £14 for six, Duralex at Heal’s. Crackers, £10 for 12, Debenhams. Neve mustard tea light holders, £42 for three, Neptune. Pop Bang Spark party poppers, £4.99 for 10, Talking Tables. Little house decoration, £2, George Home. Copper bauble garland, £35; Woodland owl tree decoration, £8, both John Lewis & Partners. Warm white star micro fairy lights, £6.99
for 40, Lights4Fun. Amber carafe, £45, Broste Copenhagen at Heal’s. Ivalo dome and ash base, £68, LSA. Cream metal house withLED light, £8.20, Aspen and Brown. Frosted mini trees, £6.75 for two, Gisela Graham. ON CONSOLE TABLE Aspen pre-lit mini Christmas tree, £19.99, Lights4Fun. Scandi tea light houses, £50 for three, Cox & Cox. Buscot hurricane, £16.95, Parlane. Blyton rust candle, from £4, Neptune. Woodland scene light box, £24, Gisela Graham. Hogla platter, £24.50, Greige. ON WALL Rattan deer head, £60, Cox & Cox. ON TREE Mini feather wreath decorations, £6 each; Amber feather flower baubles, £6 each, all John Lewis & Partners. Jasmine metal stars, from £3 each, Neptune. Copper fern branches, £6 each, Gisela Graham. Large burnished copper stars, £12.50 for three, Cox & Cox. Hanging birch stars, from £4.95 each, Parlane. Glass baubles, from a selection at Cox & Cox, Gisela Graham and John Lewis & Partners.
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‘This house needed a total rethink’ The Staceys bought an elegant Victorian townhouse, extended all four storeys and gave the interior a modern makeover
Frame a beautiful feature Plush gold velvet floor-length curtains on a co-ordinating track and a bold, animal-print rug draw the eye to the living room’s lovely bay window. BUY THE KEY PIECES Curtains, price on request, Pret A Vivre. Margot two-seater sofa in Peacock Blue, £499; Margot accent chair, £399, both Made.com
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Try a bold colour ‘We call this the blue room or the posh room,’ says Sue. Midnight blue walls and upholstery in shades of teal work as a cocooning backdrop. BUY THE KEY PIECES Hicks’ Blue intelligent matt emulsion, £43.50 for 2.5L, Little Greene. Try handmade silver leather pouf, £52.45, Moroccan World Shop at Etsy
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REAL HOME
Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A Victorian townhouse in south London.
“ Sue Stacey, who used to work as a PA and events co-ordinator, lives here with her husband, Matt, a commodities broker, and their children, Anya, 14, Dylan, 10 and Joe, seven.
S Take a quick tour... DINING ROOM STUDY
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I’d always wanted a house like this, even while we were living abroad, so I had pretty much dreamed up the style for the layout and interior decor long before we moved in
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ue Stacey had been planning her dream home for years. But living in Singapore, due to her husband Matt’s job, meant she’d had to put her plans on hold. ‘Although we’d been living abroad for five years, I’d amassed a collection of tear sheets, pins and screen grabs,’ she says. By the time the family moved back to the UK, Sue was itching to put her ideas into action. But even after finding this double-fronted Victorian property in south London, she had to bide her time while interior designer Nicola Hicks worked with builders to complete a major overhaul of the house. Nicola understood what Sue had in her mind’s eye. ‘I had a clear vision,’ says Sue. ‘But it wouldn’t have come together in this way without Nicola.’ Typical of many Victorian houses, the rooms lacked any sense of openness or flow. This included a skinny kitchen at the side of the house with no view of the outside space. ‘The garden was a big reason for moving here and we wanted to be able to appreciate it all year round,’ says Sue. Now, Crittal glazing serves as a wall at the rear of the house, drawing in lots of natural light. Upstairs, three bedrooms were reconfigured so they now all have en suites, while the build also dug down to enlarge the old cellar, creating a lower-ground floor space. ‘Before we know it, we’ll have three teenagers who will all want to do their own thing, so this seemed a great opportunity to plan ahead,’ says Sue. ‘There’s plenty of space down there for a games or cinema room.’ Sue and Matt were also keen to reinstate the house’s period features, such as the Victorian fireplaces, ceiling roses and cornicing, which had all been stripped out. ‘Although we wanted to make the house feel modern, we also wanted to pay homage to its past,’ says Sue.
WIDE MIRROR Makes a dark, narrow hallway seem bigger and brighter
Put a modern twist on period style ‘The floor tiles echo a Victorian style, but the colours are zinged up a bit for modern life,’ says Sue. ‘I love seeing it every time I open the front door.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Floor tiles, price on request, London Mosaic. Artois industrial mirror, £161, Maisons du Monde, is similar. Grey stair runner, price on request, Marlow Carpets. For a similar extra-long garland, try We R Christmas
BRICK SLIPS Add natural colour, texture and character
BUTCHER’S BLOCK For chopping and serving
Use colour cleverly ‘I knew I wanted a kitchen in this shade of blue from the get go,’ says Sue. The colour-pop bar stools came later: ‘They give a kick of yellow that lifts the whole look.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Bespoke kitchen, DeVol. Bar stools, made to order, Vintage Industrial Metal. Retro large brass pendant lights, £89 each, Industville
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I’ve heard so many stories of nightmare builds, but when we knocked through it was a good experience
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Mix it up for an informal feel A rustic wood dining table and glam metal chairs combine to create a smart but laid-back, family-centred space. BUY THE KEY PIECES Isaac armchairs, £120 each, Graham and Green. Seymour table, £850, John Lewis & Partners, is a match
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PROPPED PICTURES Narrow ledges create an easy-to-change gallery
Make a statement in a small space Sue chose a flamboyant peacock-design wallpaper to give her home office a creative touch. ‘The Crittal-glazed wall means I don’t feel shut away.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Byron wallpaper, £110 a roll, Cole & Son. Mosslanda black picture ledge, from £5, Ikea
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Make the fireplace the focal point The furniture and rugs are arranged with the fireplace at the centre. ‘This is where the kids hang out and play with their friends,’ says Sue. BUY THE KEY PIECES Bloomsbury rugs, £400 each, Habitat. Whitewashed wood wall art, £369, West Elm. Oro pendant shade, £29, Made.com, has this look
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Multiple rugs If you find one you love but it’s too small, push two together to fill the floor
WOODEN WALL ART Adds subtle texture and pattern
FOUR-POSTER Draws attention to a high ceiling
Use colour to set a relaxed mood The main bedroom has been painted a mid-grey. ‘I wanted a slightly green-hued shade, so you feel relaxed,’ says Sue. BUY THE KEY PIECES Steel V pure flat emulsion, £48.50 for 2.5L, Paint & Paper Library. Kartell Ghost Buster night table, £265, John Lewis & Partners
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Add drama with a feature wallpaper ‘I’d spotted this wallpaper before we’d even moved here,’ says Sue. ‘So when Anya said she wanted a turquoise room, it was a shoo-in.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Persephone wallpaper, £60 a roll, Clarissa Hulse, is similar. Blue Ground modern eggshell, £27 for 750ml, Farrow & Ball
PAINTED WOODWORK Colourmatch with wallpaper for a co-ordinated look
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WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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CARDBOARD TRUNKS Stackable, moveable toy storage
Opening up the back of the house with full-height glazing was the most dramatic change. It f looded the ground f loor with light and we’ve found that a real mood lifter
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FLASH OF COLOUR Paint the inside of cupboards a contrasting hue
Have fun with a mural ‘There’s a world explorer vibe going on in Joe’s room,’ says Sue. ‘The mural means he can gaze at the places we’ve been to and dream about all the ones he’s yet to visit.’
Get smart with storage Converting a loft is the ideal opportunity to build in bespoke storage. In Joe’s room, the lowceiling void under the eaves has been turned into a secret den. ‘Joe’s friends all love squeezing in – it’s like a kid magnet,’ says Sue. BUY THE KEY PIECES Similar Fresco wood panel wallpaper, £9 a roll, Wilko. Similar Broadway star table lamp, £99, Made.com
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FEATURE JO LEEVERS, LISA FAZZANI, VANESSA RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHS RICHARD HOOKAWAY PLANS AGENCY SERVICE
BUY THE KEY PIECES Executive political world map, from £30sq m, Wall Sauce. Similar star rug, £59.95, Benuta. Similar metal trunks, £185 for two, Cox & Cox
REAL HOME
Make it work for you SUE’S STYLE: VICTORIAN REVIVAL Combining bold pops of colour with glam metallics and oversized lighting gives a room both drama and character
MY GO-TO STORES… ROCKETT ST GEORGE For a curated collection you can't find on the high street
Use texture to mix together different shades of blue, such as velvet fabrics or glass accents
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SIZED UP Black and gold ceiling difuser, £289, Graham and Green
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SHOP A great mix of lighting brands like Davey Lighting and Anglepoise
DARE TO DISPLAY Calvo bookcase, £895, Habitat
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AHERN A favourite as I love her maximalistboho style
NEAT NESTING Seymour side table, £229 for two, Swoon
FEATURE MICHELA COLLING PHOTOGRAPHS RICHARD HOOKAWAY
BOHO GLAM Moroccan filled faux leather poufe, £126, Bohemia Design
TROPICAL TOUCH Tropical parrot on a perch, £42, Rockett St George
SOFT GEOMETRIC Sami rug in Carbon, 170x240cm, £725, Villa Nova
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PLUSH FINISH Margot two seater sofa in Peacock, £499, Made.com
For an immersive colour effect, paint skirting boards the same colour as walls, it also makes a room seem larger MICHELA COLLING, STYLE EDITOR
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40 Easy style updates
From best buys and clever tricks to mini decor projects… this is our roundup of the simplest, quickest ways to make your home more beautiful now
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Dress the table for a party
Make meal times more magical by adding a sparkly runner, battery-powered fairy lights and a few paper party hats and poppers to the table top. Lustre wine glasses and Champagne flutes, both £20 for four, all Dunelm
STYLE & DECOR Pepparkorn vases, from £6; Smycka artificial eucalyptus, £2.50 a sprig; Strala LED lighting chain with 160 battery operated lights, £12; Vinter 2018 candle dish in gold, £9, all Ikea
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Fill vases with lush greenery
For a chic but subtle way to festively decorate a sideboard or mantelpiece, display sprigs of eucalyptus in glass vases of varying heights. Add silver or glitter sprayed thistle if you still want to add a bit of sparkle to the arrangements.
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SPRUCE UP PLAIN TABLEWARE
To give a plain white set of crockery a more celebratory feel at your next dinner party, invest in some special place mats to glam up the table top in an instant. Go for matching coasters to really ramp up the bling.
Silver beaded place mats, £20 for two, Laura Ashley
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HAVE AN OPEN BAR Fill a drinks dispenser with a pre-mixed cocktail so guests can help themselves to a top-up. Try Ikea’s Forfroskning jar with tap, £16, and attach a luggage label with a list of the included ingredients and alcohols.
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DIM THE LIGHTS FOR A COSY GLOW
To create an atmospheric evening table centrepiece, sit candle holders and candles of varying sizes along a simple table runner, for a super flattering glow.
Wire star with foliage, £12, Waitrose & Partners
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GIVE DOORS A FESTIVE FLOURISH
Swap the traditional Christmas wreath from the front door for a more understated offering, once it nears New Year’s Eve. Or hang simple wire star wreaths, like this one from Waitrose & Partners, from bedroom, bathroom or kitchen doors to keep the festivities flowing throughout your home. JANUARY 2019
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LIGHT UP WINDOW FRAMES Secure swags of fairy lights in place around a window frame with clear hanging hooks, £4, Homebase.
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Swap in some sparkle
Ensure your living room has just the right level of glamour for entertaining guests, by adding touches of bling with sequin covered cushions, metallic lanterns and twinkling fairy lights.
LET YOUR GUESTS HELP THEMSELVES
Pile up golden cake stands with both sweet and savoury canapés and let guests nibble as they please, so you’re free to mingle. Vinter 2018 three tier serving stand in gold, £19, Ikea
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Go for golds
Stick to the same colour scheme as your decorations when laying your dining table, for a streamlined and sophisticated feel. Add candlelight and sprigs of foliage to complete the look.
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PASS OUT PAPER PLATES Save on the washing up (and the broken glasses) by using fancy paper plates and cups at your next soirée instead. Ginger Ray has a great selection of party-perfect options to ensure they fit your scheme.
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WHEEL OUT THE WHISKIES
Raskog trolley in dark blue, £50; gift wrap, from £4 a roll, Ikea
Rather than uproot guests following dinner, why not bring the late night drinks to them? Load up a bar cart with a selection of aperitifs, ice and your best glasses and let the party continue.
Gold mirrored drinks trolley, £99.99, HomeSense
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Greet guests with gifts
For friends visiting later in the holidays, stack their gifts on a trolley rather than leaving under the tree, and wheel out when they arrive for a warm welcome.
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DISPLAY CARDS ON STRING Make a simple garland by pegging cards to a length of string with washi tapedecorated pegs. Finish it off by tying mini baubles in-between the cards. Ophelia chandelier, £180, Abigail Ahern range; Nordic smoke glasses, £7 each; black cutlery, £35 for 16 pieces; silver and white napkins, £10 for four; all Debenhams
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Disguise a makeshift table
When you need to join two tables together for an extra long dining table, cover them with a smart, oversized linen tablecloth. The textured surface will help hide any gaps, bumps and joins.
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Hang a wreath chandelier
Attach lengths of ribbon to an oversized faux wreath and hang from hooks in the ceiling. Wind fairy lights, fresh greenery, pinecones and baubles around the wreath for a stunning display.
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SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS Impress guests with your mixologist skills and create a bespoke cocktail just for them. As long as you have the right ‘kit’ even a simple mojito will go down a treat.
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Kitchen Craft cocktail set, £24.99, Very
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Welcome guests in style
Get your visitors in the party mood by decorating your front door with balloons and disco balls, setting the scene from the moment they arrive. Use clear fishing wire for a sleek finish.
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UPSTYLE A GUEST ROOM
Add a special touch for visiting friends and family by leaving VIP treats on the bed – a set of mini toiletries, a rolled-up towel and mini box of chocolates will give them a hotel experience.
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PRETTIFY A FAUX WREATH
Decorate a plain wreath with real flowerssomething as simple as gypsophila will do the job. Wind craft wire around the stems and the wreath to secure the sprigs.
For similar balloons, try New Year balloon bunting, £6.99, Ginger Ray
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DRESS THE MANTELPIECE
Create a pretty display with some mercury house tea light holders, popping LED tea lights inside for a warm glow that’s a safe alternative to candles.
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SWAP THE BED LINEN Give a guest room a simple makeover for the season by swapping the usual bedding for a wintry design – a subtle tree print will create a calm Scandi look or go for classic tartan. JANUARY 2019
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Hanging stars, £25 each; artisan bowls, and dinner plates, £12 each, all The White Company
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DECORATE WITH FLOWERS
A fresh bouquet of flowers in the hallway, in the living room or even in a guest bedroom will create a beautiful display and add some life into your home. White Christmas bouquet, £35, Waitrose & Partners
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Keep the table simple
For a pared-back dinner table that will let the food sing, go for simple whites, classic cut glass glassware and a few vases of fresh foliage from the garden.
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GO BIG ON BALLOONS Create an eye-catching display of helium-filled balloons above the dining table. Move to the makeshift dance floor once your guests have finished dinner.
Reindeer candelabra, £20; eucalyptus and pinecone garland, £30; Reactive tableware, from £5; gold cutlery, £35 for 16 pieces, all Debenhams
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Dare to go dramatic
For a modern, Scandi feel, choose black dinnerware, glassware and table linens. It works wonderfully with gold and copper and will make fresh greenery pop against it. Add plenty of candlelight to warm up the look.
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SERVE DRINKS IN A PINEAPPLE
Not only do these pineapple cocktail cups make great gifts for your guests to take home with them – they’ll add a sense of fun and frivolousness to your party.
Pineapple cocktail tumbler, £30, Not Another Bill
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WRAP PRESENTS IN NEWSPAPER
If you run out of festive giftwrap at the eleventh hour, use newspaper or fabric instead. Tie with twine or string and add a sprig of foliage from the garden for a rustic look.
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Fix up the guest room
Use little touches to make your guest bedroom feel festive. Decorate the wall with mini wreaths, put scented candles by the bed and leave a basket filled with toiletries and treats.
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GLAM UP GLASSWARE Added shimmer will not only make the table look festive – it will also give your party a sense of occasion. There’s no need to spend a fortune on extra sparkle – Wilko has a great bargain selection!
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Mix up crackers
Don’t worry about having a matching set of crackers once it gets to New Year’s Eve. Simply use up the leftovers from the holidays and keep the dinnerware and linens simple.
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Make fresh wreaths
Using green florist or craft wire to secure, fashion a loop of eucalyptus, ivy or evergreen and attach a length of twine to the top to hang it. Weave in a few berries or leaves for colour.
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INVEST IN SOME TABLE BLING
Make plain white dinnerware pop by adding gold accent pieces. They’ll make the table look festive, but are perfect for special occasions all year round. Set of two Champagne flutes, £14.99, Domu
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DECORATE GIFT BOXES Create unique boxes for foodie gifts by spraying old biscuit tins with chalkboard paint. Simply write a message or draw a cool Christmas design on the front using chalk.
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UPDATE DINING CHAIRS
Save guests from having to sit on the emergency stools or garden seating by updating your dining chairs ahead of time, to ensure everyone gets a proper seat at the dinner table. Ikea has something to suit every style to guarantee happy meal times. Industriell chair in green/black, £80, Ikea
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BUILD A CUTE SNOW SCENE
Fill a glass terrarium or hurricane jar two-thirds full of fake snow and add mini forest trees on top. A couple of Lego men and women will keep the kids happy too.
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Get ready to party
Gold spot Champagne flutes, £6 for two, George Home
Balloons are a great way to give your home the party spirit in an instant. Go for gold confetti filled balloons, £3.49, from Ginger Ray, and fill with helium on the morning or afternoon of your do.
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Make twigs twinkle
Gather fallen twigs and give them a festive makeover by spraying them with glittery or metallic spray paint. Arrange in a vase or hang over the dinner table and weave in some fairy lights too.
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Nothing gets your home party ready like twinkling lights do. Hang these hoop designs in a cluster of three in the window, from the bannisters or over a mantel mirror for a sparkling display.
Add a little personalised love to gifts or place settings with handmade rustic-luxe labels. Use a gold pen to write on torn watercolour paper and dip into glitter.
Gold efect glassware, from £5; gold efect tableware, from £6, all George Home
Strala LED ring shaped pendant lights, from £18 each, Ikea
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‘This is our forever home, so we’ve filled it with colour!’ It pays to think big when doing up a small kitchen on a tight budget! Alex and Tom Evans used planning and research to get the look they wanted
PAINTED BAND Creates a cosy feel without looking oppressive
‘In our last house, we had to think about resale value, so we painted everywhere white. In this house we’ve indulged our love of colour and bold paint.’ Kitchen units, from £465 for a 44cm base unit, British Standard; painted in Deep Space Blue traditional oil gloss, £32 for 1L, Little Greene. Illusion grey feature wall and floor tiles, £32.59sq m, Tons of Tiles. Pews, from £390, Church Antiques. Similar vintage school chairs, from £20 each, eBay
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ALEX’S STYLE? Turn to page 113 to shop the look
Welcome to my home Alex Evans lives here with her husband Tom and their children Seraphina, 13, Pipsy, nine, and Atticus, four.
THE PROPERTY A 1914 terrace in southwest London.
WHAT IT COST Units.....................£6,900 Handles...................£220 Worktops................£604 Sink and tap...........£506 Appliances...........£2,257 Flooring...................£552 Lighting....................£157 Total....................£11,196
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Tom found the colour for the units – Deep Space Blue by Little Greene – and it looks fantastic!
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HOW ALEX AND TOM DID IT ‘The kitchen hadn’t been touched for decades and needed a total overhaul. The biggest challenge was working out how to fit in a dining area. In the end, we ditched the L-shaped layout and designed the room around booth-style seating as our starting point. We took advice from British Standard before finalising the design and worked closely with our carpenter who fitted the units to bring the room together. I spent
a lot of time sourcing things online. If you know what you want and have time to search, you can find things more cheaply and it enables you to find unusual pieces. We renovated the entire house at the same time, so we moved out for a few months while the work was in progress. Overall, the project, including the carpentry and decoration, cost about £5,000, but the finished kitchen looks a million dollars.’
BELOW ‘The Belfast sink is from Villeroy & Boch, but I picked it up for less on eBay,’ says Alex. ‘The worktops are iroko and we spent many evenings oiling them to protect them and bring out the natural colour of the wood. I love thick worktops – they just look more solid.’ Similar Belfast sink, £186; brass mixer tap, £238.80; both Cox’s Architectural. Iroko worktops, price on request, British Standard
GLAZED CABINETS ‘They show off our crockery and glassware’
LOW DRAWER Made bespoke to store baking trays
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ABOVE Repurposed church pews create a cosy dining area. Walls painted in Deep Space Blue absolute matt emulsion, £43.50 for 2.5L, Little Greene. Bray table is similar, £449, Swoon
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Dark-coloured cabinets If you have French doors or bifolds, giving you a lightfilled kitchen, you can get away with it!
ABOVE Alex retained the original French doors overlooking the garden, which fill the room with daylight. The red Americanstyle fridge freezer adds a splash of bold contrasting colour to the space. Smeg fridge freezer in red, £1,399, John Lewis & Partners
RIGHT The warm tones of the deep iroko worktops and vintage bench seating give the room an aged, well-worn feel that offsets its newness. Alex chose three different handle styles to give the room character. Antique reclaimed brass recessed pulls, £12 each, Silbury Antiques
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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For anyone thinking about taking a break from grey and white, I’d say just go for it. It’s just paint – you have nothing to fear!
GEOMETRIC FLOOR TILES The best choice for a modern but traditional look
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Make it work for you ALEX’S STYLE: PERIOD PIECES Painted cabinets, larder-style shelving, decorative tiles and classic fittings perfectly complement a heritage property Alex’s deceptively simple kitchen fittings create an impeccably stylish impression
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WHERE TO BUY 1. FRIDGE FREEZER FAB32L fridge freezer, £1,699, Smeg 2. LIGHT J by Jasper Conran white marble pendant light, £50, Debenhams
5. JUG Embossed tin jug in cream, £6, Wilko 6. CABINET Westcote Blue extralarge sideboard, £499, The Cotswold Company
3. CHAIR Hester stackable dining chair, £95, Habitat
7. SHELF Ekby Hensvik/Ekby Osten wall shelf, £13, Ikea
4. FLOOR TILES London Soho Decor tiles, £54sq m, The Baked Tile Company
8. KETTLE Traditional kettle in Marseille Blue, £90, Le Creuset
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‘Knocking through changed our lives!’ Anna Lawrenson merged her flat’s kitchen and living room to gain an eat-in, live-in space for herself and her four kids
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ANNA’S WORKTOPS? Turn to page 119 to shop the look
‘My old kitchen was cramped and the living room wasn’t much better,’ says Anna. ‘Top of my wish list was a dining space to fit the five of us.’ Helmsley White units, £4,227, DIY Kitchens. Island painted in Railings, £60 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Manston wall lights, £64.99 each, Dowsing & Reynolds
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OVERHANGING COUNTER Has space for the whole family to eat together
Welcome to my home Anna Lawrenson lives here with her children Naomi, 10, Mali, nine, Rafi, seven, and four-year-old Remi.
THE PROPERTY A first-floor, five-bedroom flat in an Edwardian semi in New Malden, Surrey. Her parents live in the flat below.
WHAT IT COST Units......................£4,227 Worktop................£4,256 Taps..........................£350 Belfast sink..............£228 Hob...........................£400 Oven and combi microwave oven...£1,000 American fridge freezer...................£1,800 TOTAL.................£12,261
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HOW ANNA DID IT ‘The challenge was to create more space by taking down walls. I really wanted to be part of things while I was preparing food. I was on a strict budget, so I used a building firm I knew, avoiding the need for an architect. I did need a structural engineer to draw up plans, though, to remove the wall between the kitchen and living room, as well as the kitchen and a small adjoining loo. Supporting steels were put in where a chimney breast was
removed. Floorboards were reused from elsewhere in the kitchen to replace the hearth. The kitchen had to be rewired to move the hob to the centre. I’ve ended up with more space than I thought was there to start with! The work took eight weeks and cost £35,000. We ate in my parents’ flat downstairs, which was handy. Now it’s finished, I’m delighted at how well everything works for us – we spend all our time in this space.’
BELOW ‘Having the hob in the middle of the room was a bit of a job, but we were able to run cables and ducting under the floor,’ says Anna. ‘Placing the sofa with its back to the kitchen zones off the seating area.’ Star, £65, The White Company. Painting, Justin Weeks. Throw and striped cushions, from £60, Emily Mackey. Lamps, £49.99 each, TK Maxx. Rug, £79.99, HomeSense.
LOW UNITS They hide books and games, while giving Anna a display shelf
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FEATURE MANDI MILLAR, VANESSA RICHMOND STYLING FIONA WALKER ARNOTT PHOTOGRAPHS FIONA WALKER ARNOTT
KITCHEN PROJECT
WATER DISPENSER Easily reached by young children
ABOVE ‘I love the taps’ patina – they look reclaimed. And the Belfast sink is practical and stylish. The acrylic composite worktop gives a seamlessly sleek finish.’ BT29 taps, from £330, Bespoke Taps. Belfast sink, £228, Howdens. Minerva Carrera acrylic worktop, £4,256, Sylmar
DOWNLIGHTER Throws light onto the prep and cooking area LEFT ‘I spend so much time at the hob, positioning it in the middle means I can keep an eye on the children,’ says Anna. ‘Having an extractor that tucks into the worktop is a neat touch, too.’ Capel down draft extractor fan DD606SS, £1,179, Howdens. Isaac ceiling island lights, £45 each, Laura Ashley
ABOVE ‘I kept all the floor-to-ceiling units in one corner to maximise wall space in a way that wouldn’t overwhelm the room,’ says Anna. Samsung Food ShowCase American fridge freezer, £1,800, Currys
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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When you’re on a budget, decide where to spend and where you can bear to compromise. My units are standard, but I splashed out on the worktop
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Make it work for you ANNA’S CHOICE: MARBLE-LOOK WORKTOPS Looking to inject a touch of luxury into your kitchen without blowing the budget? Follow Anna’s lead… Sometimes you’ve just got to fake it to make it when budgets are tight. However, in the case of natural marble worktops, many find opting for faux marble over the real deal is actually the better option, regardless of cost. This is because marble is a relatively soft stone that can stain and scratch without due care. So if natural ageing doesn’t charm you, faking it could be better a choice for you.
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What is the cheapest option? Laminates are without a doubt the most affordable choice. Plus, improvements in photographic and printing techniques mean there are now some very realistic designs on the market. To suspend belief a little further, look for laminates with a textural finish, that mimics the tactile softness of real marble. But laminates can be tricky to joint, and you’ll need to be careful with your choice of sink, especially if you want an undermounted model.
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And if laminate’s not for me? The next best solution is solid surfaces (aka composites). Anna’s kitchen features Minerva’s solid surface, which is made from polymer resins, a mineral filler and pigments. Minerva can be cut with normal woodworking tools, which means it can be cut to size on site. Corian is another brand of solid surface, but any templating is done
off-site. Unlike laminates, scratches or stains can be gently sanded out.
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Budget aside, what’s best? Quartz composite surfaces come in various marble-inspired designs. The benefit of quartz lies in its durability. You should still use trivets and chopping boards, but quartz worktops are infinitely more resilient than marble and look shiny and new for years.
A grey island offsets the marble-look top beautifully
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Will it look realistic? That’s down to the edges. On real marble and solid surfaces, the veining runs right through its core. Whereas most laminates, and some quartz, only have the marble print on the top. However, there are a few quartz options that are veined on the edge profile, too, such as Radianz. For laminates, your best bet is to go for a curved front edge and hide the end panels against walls. Also, try to avoid pattern repeats in the veining. Natural marble is unique, so any exact matches will scream ‘fake’.
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Do order samples before you buy – it’s impossible to tell how realistic the marble design is from a screen, and you will also get to feel the finish SIMON BOOCOCK, MD, CRL STONE
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FEATURE LINDA CLAYTON
IDEAL HOME LOVES… MARBLE-LOOK WORKTOPS
EXTRA PROTECTION AEON provides scuff resistance. Calcutta marble laminate worktop, L300xW60xD3.8cm, £120, Worktop Express
SLIM BUT SOLID A solid laminate that’s extra strong. Evolve Marmo Calacatta solid laminate worktop, L300xW65x D1.25cm, £330, Bushboard
PERFECT MATCH Veined edges make this quartz top look like real marble. Radianz Lucern Lake quartz worktop, £220sq m, Ital-Stone
HEAVY USE CRL Stone’s Ceralsio ceramic worktops promise even better heat, scratch and stain resistance than quartz. It comes in several veined marble designs, all with a guarantee. AUTHENTICITY Formica’s Axiom True Scale laminate worktops avoid obvious pattern repeat, common on standard worktops. NEAT JOINS Corian’s solid tops can be seamlessly jointed on site, as well as sculpted around corners and even into sinks. We love the swirly new Grey Onyx design for a fresh take on classic marble.
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‘We found a way to fit in both a bath and a shower’ Knocking out a chimney breast was a messy job, but it gave the Jarman-Alexanders the extra 2sq m they needed to make it work
FROTHY PALM Softens the hard edges in a bathroom and adds colour
‘The old bathroom had a bath, but no shower and it looked very dated,’ says Sarah. ‘Removing the chimney breast and repositioning the bath under the window meant we could fit a shower where the bath had been.’ Trend freestanding bath, £749, Bathstore. Ultra Quest bath taps, £104, Hudson Reed. Plantation shutters, £400, Hillarys
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BEFORE
Welcome to my home Sarah Jarman-Alexander lives here with her husband Paul.
THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom, three-storey townhouse in Leeds, built in 1886.
WHAT IT COST
IDEAL HOME
loves
Upcycled vanity units Vintage sideboards, dressers and chests are easy enough to fit with pipework to create a unique basin unit
Tiles.......................£1,500 Bath..........................£749 Basin.........................£271 Taps.........................£303 Shower....................£648 Shutters..................£400 Wall lights.................£110 Mirror.......................£300 Radiator....................£170 Loo............................£140 TOTAL..................£4,591
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I really enjoy looking out over the garden while I’m soaking in the tub!
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HOW SARAH AND PAUL DID IT ‘Just having a bath wasn’t ideal, because whenever we had guests to stay they’d ask to use the shower in our en suite instead. We gained about 2sq m by knocking out the chimney breast, which was just enough space to put in a shower. The builders stripped out the room at the same time and built a stud wall to hide the basin and loo pipework. Then the room was plastered and underfloor heating laid. We re-used the
old bath, positioning it under the window, and cut holes in the acrylic to fit new taps, as the old ones had been wall mounted. The cement floor tiles were the inspiration for the look of the room, but took ages to lay – along with the herringbone wall tiles – because of the complicated pattern. The job took a month and the building work cost £4,500. It’s a lovely room to relax in and we love everything about it.’
BELOW ‘I found this Fifties sideboard on Gumtree for £50 and turned it into a stand for the countertop basin. I created contrast with a feature wall painted in Dulux Polished Pebble emulsion, adding a mirror to reflect light back into the room.’ Fresco Bauhaus counter top basin, £271; Kai Lever Crosswater wall-mounted mixer tap, £199, both Victorian Plumbing. Mirror, £300, Leeds Glass
GIN BOTTLE SOAP PUMP ‘I made it by pushing a spare pump through a distilling cork’
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Love FEATURE HEATHER DIXON, VANESSA RICHMOND STYLING HEATHER DIXON, COLIN POOLE PHOTOGRAPHS COLIN POOLE
SARAH’S STYLE?
Turn to page 125 to shop the look
HERRINGBONE TILE PATTERN Gives metro tiles a new twist
ABOVE ‘A single pane of reinforced glass in the walk-in shower is easy to clean. We had it specially made by a local glazier.’ Linear matt wall tiles in shower, £36sq m, Topps Tiles. Adora Fusion shower head, £42, Victorian Plumbing. Shower screen, £400, Leeds Glass
ABOVE The Anglepoise wall lamps provide lots of task lighting at the vanity unit. Saving on a heated towel rail, Sarah positioned hooks for towels directly above the room’s radiators. Original 1227 Anglepoise wall lamps, £110 each, John Lewis & Partners
RIGHT ‘The plumber drilled a hole in the sideboard to fit the waste pipe for the basin,’ says Sarah. ‘There’s bags of storage inside, so it was worth it – I love it!’ Frajen towels, from £3.50 each, Ikea. Dandelion tiles, £144sq m, Edinburgh Tile Studio
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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Always do your research to get the best prices possible – even going direct to source if you can. It’s amazing how much you can save by shopping around
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PRICES INCLUDE O Visit chic St Moritz in the Swiss Alps, with a journey on the Bernina Express O Take a lake cruise to stunning Bellagio on Lake Como, with a private visit to the enchanting Villa del Balbianello and its inspiring gardens O Spend a day visiting majestic Lake Maggiore O Enjoy a full day visit and guided tour of medieval Bergamo O Visit Lugano, a stylish and elegant Swiss town by the lake O Return flights from a selection of regional airports, plus all hotel transfers O Seven nights in a choice of well located four star accommodation inclusive of all local taxes, with breakfast and dinner* O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout O Price includes excursions worth £215
PRICES INCLUDE O Discover charming traditional villages of inland Sardinia O Explore medieval Alghero’s Catalan heritage on a guided tour O Tour Italian influenced Bonifacio in French Corsica with an expert guide O Admire Costa Smeralda’s picturesque coastal towns and villages O Marvel at the Santu Antine nuraghe O Discover the ancient Phoenician ruins at Tharros O Visit a family owned wine estate and enjoy a tasting O Feast on traditional Sardinian fare at a family run agriturismo O Return flights from a selection of regional airports, plus all hotel transfers O Seven nights’ accommodation in four star hotels, with breakfast and four dinners O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager
LAKE GARDA, VENICE & VERONA
POMPEII, CAPRI & THE BAY OF NAPLES
EIGHT DAYS HALF-BOARD FROM £659PP DEPARTURES FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER 2019
EIGHT DAYS FROM ONLY £739PP DEPARTURES FROM APRIL TO NOVEMBER 2019
PRICES INCLUDE O Take a guided tour of unique Venice with a local guide choose our classic tour or an ‘undiscovered’ tour of the less explored highlights O Entire day exploring beautiful Lake Garda, both on land and by boat O Tour medieval Verona with a local guide and see its classic sights or choose our ‘undiscovered’ tour to delve into its lesser known gems O Spend the day in the breathtaking Dolomites seeing some of the finest alpine scenery in the world O Two free days to further explore or relax and soak up the scenery O Return flights from a selection of regional airports, plus all hotel transfers O Seven nights in a choice of conveniently located accommodation rated three star to four star superior, with breakfast and dinner O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout
PRICES INCLUDE O Discover the ancient Roman town of Herculaneum with a local guide O Delve deeper into the mysteries of Pompeii on a guided tour and visit the Naples Archaeological Museum O Take a full day tour of the breath taking Amalfi coast O Spend the day visiting the stunning island of Capri O Enjoy a walking orientation tour of Sorrento O Return flights from a selection of regional airports, plus all hotel transfers O Seven nights in a choice of conveniently located accommodation rated three to four star superior, plus breakfast and dinner (stays at the Hotel Mediterraneo are on a bed and breakfast basis) O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout
CALL 01283 744319 TO BOOK OR FOR A FREE BROCHURE, OR VISIT IDERIVIERA.CO.UK TERMS & CONDITIONS: *Stays at the Grand Hotel Menaggio are on a bed and breakfast basis, with dining options available. Additional entrance costs may apply. Prices are per person, based on two sharing and subject to finite availability. Images used in conjunction with Riviera Travel. Offer operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Riviera Travel Ltd, ABTA V4744, ATOL 3430, a company wholly independent of Ideal Home, published by TI Media Limited. Prices correct at time of print.
REAL HOME
Make it work for you SARAH’S STYLE: RETRO REVIVAL A simple white bathroom is easily updated with a retro-style vanity unit, dark grey accents and a striking statement floor
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WHERE TO BUY 1. MIRROR Slim round blackframed mirror, £275, Cox & Cox 2. LIGHT Chiswick wall light, £40, Garden Trading 3. FLOORING Starburst tile vinyl, £59sq m, Atrafloor 4. PRINT Beetle print, £2.95 unframed, Desenio 5. BASIN Miami countertop
basin, £69.95, Victorian Plumbing 6. PLANT Faux potted fern, £62, Audenza
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‘We’ve turned this old stable into something special’ Archie and Tricia Macdonald inherited this converted outbuilding and doubled its footprint with a gabled, wood-clad extension that overlooks the sea beyond
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BEFORE & AFTER
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The original building only had one bedroom and no views of the beach, which is at the far end of the plot
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Larch cladding It’s a natural and sustainable product that’s easy to fit and can last for decades with little or no maintenance
Welcome to our home Archie and Tricia Macdonald live here with their dog Hector. THE PROPERTY Was a one-bed converted farm outbuilding; now a threebed, 156sq m home, in Musselburgh, East Lothian. THE VALUE The refurbished property is now worth £600,000.
The extension was built on a raised terrace behind the original building and houses the kitchen and living room, with the bedrooms in the old part, separated by the hallway
WHAT IT COST Preliminaries..........£24,000 Building work.........£72,000 Roof and exterior ...£34,000 Joinery..................£120,000 Finishes..................£20,000 Plumbing................£28,000 Electrics....................£9,000 Painting....................£6,000 Kitchen....................£10,000 Architect’s fees......£25,000 TOTAL..............£348,000
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Take a quick tour...
The glazing is designed to frame the sea views and catch the light coming from the east and west at sunrise and sunset. ‘The views are key to the living experience here,’ says Tricia
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rchie and Tricia Macdonald’s home has been in the latter’s family for nearly 60 years. ‘My father bought the site in 1959,’ she explains. ‘A house was built on it, but it became too big for my parents after my sister and I left home, so my father developed the outbuilding to live in instead, and they moved into it in the early Eighties.’
CHANGING HANDS Tricia and her husband, Archie,
then inherited the property in 2013 and they set about making it work for them. ‘It was too small, with only one bedroom and bathroom, and no views of the sea,’ says Tricia. Local architect Matthew Johnson of A449 Architects came on board and proposed a plan to extend. ‘The logical position for the extension was the raised terrace at the east end of the site,’ he says. SOLVING PROBLEMS ‘When they took off the roof, they
found rot in the rafters and discovered the walls were a bit wobbly!’ says Tricia. ‘Matthew thought that if we knocked down three walls of the cottage, we could approach it as a new build and save VAT.’ The revised planning application was accepted and the house began to take shape, while the couple rented a nearby property during the 17-month project. Archie was on site every day. ‘It was good to be there when decisions had to be made quickly,’ he says. SMART CHOICES The couple’s focus throughout was
on simple, high-quality finishes and hard-wearing materials, such as the engineered oak flooring. They also invested in underfloor heating and high levels of insulation, which has paid off: ‘The house is so well insulated, the wood-burning stove is effectively cosmetic – we think twice about putting it on as it can get too hot.’ Overall, the project has been a success: ‘There’s nothing we would change about the house,’ says Tricia.
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White walls and lots of glazing make the combined kitchen, dining and living space really bright and airy
BEFORE & AFTER
The house has been partly clad in larch, to help withstand the coastal conditions
5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT…
Building near the sea
The original part of the building has a long corridor running its full length, leading to a study with a sea view at the end
Matthew Johnson of A449 Architects has the lowdown…
The property now has an en-suite main bedroom, as well as this guest room, in the old part of the building
FLOOD RISK IS AN ISSUE An architect will liaise with the planning department and Environment Agency to establish any flood risk.
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AWARD-WINNING LUXURY RIVER CRUISES IN EUROPE ON THE RHINE, DANUBE, MOSELLE, MAIN, RHÔNE, DOURO, SEINE, SAÔNE OR DUTCH WATERWAYS Riviera Travel’s award-winning river cruises include everything you need for an exceptional experience. Cruise Europe’s most beautiful waterways aboard the finest ships, featuring superb dining on board and spacious suites and cabins – many with a French balcony for unrivalled views. Choose from 12 fascinating river cruises that take you to the iconic highlights as well as lesser-known gems. CRUISE INCLUDES: O
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Cruise Destination
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Duration
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Rhine Cruise to Switzerland
April to October 2019
8 days
£1,299
Rhine & Moselle
May to October 2019
8 days
£1,199
Rhine, Strasbourg & Heidelberg
April to October 2019
8 days
£1,199
The Blue Danube - Vienna, Budapest & Salzburg
April to October 2019
8 days
£1,119
Cruise the Heart of Europe - from the Rhine to the Danube, Vienna & Budapest
April to October 2019
15 days
£1,899
Burgundy, River Rhône & Provence
April to October 2019
8 days
£1,249
Bruges, Medieval Flanders, Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields
April 2019
8 days
£1,399
Amsterdam, Kinderdijk & the Dutch Bulbfields
April 2019
5 days
£899
The Seine, Paris & Normandy
June to October 2019
8 days
£1,499
The Douro, Oporto & Salamanca
April to November 2019
8 days
£1,299
Budapest to The Black Sea
April to September 2019
15 days
£2,819
Medieval Germany
May to October 2019
8 days
£1,499
CALL 01283 744319 TO BOOK OR FOR A FREE BROCHURE, OR VISIT IDERIVIERA.CO.UK TERMS & CONDITIONS: Additional entrance costs may apply. Prices are per person, based on two sharing and subject to finite availability. Images used in conjunction with Riviera Travel. Offer operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Riviera Travel Ltd, ABTA V4744, ATOL 3430, a company wholly independent of Ideal Home, published by TI Media Limited. Prices correct at time of print.
BEFORE & AFTER
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‘Glass gives our extension the wow factor’ Clever glazing was key to maximising light in Vivi and Sam Conniff Allende’s new extension
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he location is what Vivi and Sam Conniff Allende fell in love with when they bought their two-bed Victorian home, but it needed some renovations so it could work for their family. TIME FOR CHANGE
‘The whole house was in an awful condition and the small kitchen overlooked the side return,’ says Vivi. ‘There were storerooms to the rear of the property, so we thought that by knocking these down, we could extend the kitchen out to give space for a dining area with sliding glass doors leading to the garden.’
The couple added a glazed extension to give them a big, bright kitchen
EXPERT HELP
‘We found Plus Rooms (plusrooms. co.uk) who could tackle the whole design and build for a fixed price,’ says Vivi. ‘We worked with them to design the pitched roof kitchen extension, which has three rooflights and a large triangular window above the sliding doors.’
Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A four-bed Victorian terraced house in southeast London.
A SMOOTH PROJECT
THE VALUE
Once planning permission was granted, the builders set up a temporary kitchen in the living room. ‘It was very exciting to watch the extension grow, seeing the glass going in was such a high point,’ says Vivi.
Bought for £490,000 in 2012; now worth over £1.3million.
Vivi Conniff Allende lives here with her husband Sam and their daughters Scarlett, five, and Frida, 11 months.
WHAT IT COST Extension........£70,000 Kitchen............£25,000
Stone floor.........£4,000 TOTAL.............£99,000
I love “entertaining in our new kitchen because it’s exactly how we’d imagined it – light, spacious and welcoming
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BEFORE & AFTER
Skylights and a triangular gable window fill the space with light
ABOVE Full-width sliding doors connect the new kitchen and dining space to the garden beyond
5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT…
Heating an extension
The old galley kitchen has been replaced with this spacious kitchen-diner
James Bernard, director of Plus Rooms, h s the lowdown MEET BUILDING REGULATIONS Any new extension should comply with current building regulations and shouldn’t negatively afect the energy performance of a house.
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CONSIDER LAYING UNDERFLOOR HEATING Look out for underfloor heating that can integrate with an existing heating system without afecting wall space – an ideal solution for an open-plan set up.
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FULLY ESCORTED TOURS Experience some of the world’s best destinations with these amazing tours
GRAND TOUR OF CHINA
JAPAN – LAND OF THE RISING SUN
16 DAYS INCLUDING YANGTZE CRUISE FROM £2,599PP DEPARTURES FROM MARCH TO OCTOBER 2019
13 DAYS FROM £3,299PP DEPARTURES FROM MARCH TO NOVEMBER 2019
PRICES INCLUDE O Visit the astonishing Great Wall of China O Discover the world famous Terracotta Army O Tour of the Panda Breeding & Research Centre with a local guide O Marvel at the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace in Beijing O See the man made wonder of the Longshen Rice Terraces O Enjoy a full board, five star Yangtze River Cruise O City tour of Shanghai O Guided tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City O Travel from Shanghai to Beijing on a 186mph high speed train O Cruise the world famous Li River and visit the riverside town of Yangshuo O Return flights from the UK, plus all hotel transfers O Hand picked accommodation rated four stars, with breakfast plus 14 meals, which include a Peking duck banquet O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout O Departures exclusively for solo travellers also available
PRICE INCLUDES O See the famous sights of Tokyo O Enjoy astonishing views of Mount Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and the hot spring, mountain spa resort of Hakone O Travel at 189 mph on the incomparable high speed bullet trains O Reflect on the horrors of war at Hiroshima’s Peace Park and museum O Explore Kyoto on a guided tour O Guided tour of Nara, Japan’s first capital with its huge bronze Buddha O Opportunity to learn origami, flower arranging or Japanese cooking O Return flights from the UK, plus all hotel transfers. Premium economy upgrades available at a supplement O Hand picked accommodation rated four stars, including all local taxes, with breakfast and three meals included O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout
INDIA
VIETNAM & CAMBODIA
11 DAYS FROM £1,489PP | 15 DAYS FROM £1,969PP DEPARTURES FROM MARCH TO NOVEMBER 2019
16 DAYS FROM £2,159PP DEPARTURES FROM MARCH TO NOVEMBER 2019
PRICES INCLUDE O A wonderful tour of northern India’s ‘Golden Triangle’ O See the breathtaking Taj Mahal bathed in soft morning light O Panoramic city tours of both Old and New Delhi O Enjoy a guided tour of the deserted Moghul city of Fatehpur Sikri O Driving safari in Ranthambore National Park O Guided city tour of Jaipur, capital of the desert kingdom of Rajasthan O Marvel at the extraordinary location and beauty of Amber Fort, home of one of India’s most powerful maharajas O Stay in an original Rajasthani fort, converted into a Heritage Hotel O Return flights from the UK, plus all hotel transfers. Premium economy upgrades available at a supplement O Hand picked accommodation rated three to five stars, including all local taxes, with breakfast and seven meals included O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout
PRICE INCLUDES O Stay and tour Phnom Penh, the ‘Pearl of Asia’ O Visit the vast, ancient city and temples of Cambodia’s Angkor O Tour of Vietnam’s beautiful capital Hanoi by cycle rickshaw O Take a leisurely cruise aboard a converted Chinese junk in Halong Bay’s outstandingly beautiful limestone archipelago O Visit the awe inspiring Citadel and Forbidden City in Hue O Stay in the heart of exciting Saigon visiting the fascinating Cu Chi tunnels O Enjoy a full day trip on the mighty Mekong River delta O Return flights from the UK, plus all hotel transfers. Premium economy flight upgrades available at a supplement O Four and five star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast, plus five meals O The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager throughout
CALL 01283 744319 TO BOOK OR FOR A FREE BROCHURE, OR VISIT IDERIVIERA.CO.UK Prices are based on two people sharing and are correct at time of print. Single supplements may apply. This holiday is operated by and subject to booking conditions of Riviera Travel, ABTA V4744 ATOL 3430 protected. Subject to availability. Additional entrance costs may apply. Images used in conjunction with Riviera Travel. For further information please write to Riviera Travel, New Manor, 328 Wetmore Road, Burton upon Trent, Staffs, DE14 1SP.
JANUARY’S GENIUS PROBLEM SOLVERS Keep your home running smoothly and stress levels low with these festive finds and fixes THE BEST BOARD GAMES
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THE EASY-PEASY DECORATION SWAP There’s not a great deal of time between hosting Christmas and a New Year’s bash, so it’s worth investing in some jolly decorations to help you switch up the mood. These showstopping paper decs from Talking Tables are easy to put together and hang, so you can get your home party-pronto in a jiffy. Giant honeycomb baubles, from £14.99 each; giant paper metallic fans, £15 for three; assorted honeycomb decorations, from £7 each, all Decadent Decs range, Talking Tables
Ideal Home Tip Track Santa’s progress on Noradsanta.org so the kids know exactly when to head to bed on Christmas Eve THE DINNER DOODLER Keep small kids happy (and even a few adults!) at the table with these colouring-in city scene place mats in six designs, with 24 in a pack for multiple mealtimes. Pencils not included. City Colouring place mat set, £18 for 24, The Conran Shop
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Amazon’s Alexa asks the questions. When in Rome, £24.95, Amazon
FABULOUS, DAHLING!
Fun quiz and dance-offs. Strictly Come Dancing board game, £29.99, Argos
PLACE YOUR BETS
One for the big kids. Host Your Own Casino Night, £29.99, Lakeland
THE NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS HELPER Get ahead on your 2019 resolutions list with this clever magnet pen. Available in six shades, it’s a must-have for year-round list-making – just pop on the fridge. Magnet pen, £8, Designist
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THE POOCH PERCH Treat the dog to its very own space for Christmas with this natty festive dog bed or blanket. In classic tartan, it will look good all year round. Tartan dog bed, from £25 for a small; dog blanket, £16, both Next Home
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1 Silver reindeer stocking holder, £24, Marquis & Dawe 2 Modern tree stocking holders in red, white and mint, £34 each, West Elm 3 Star stocking holder, £36, Anthropologie
THE SPEEDY ROASTER Want to make mealtimes fast and hassle-free? Then invest in Philips Air Fryer – big enough to cook a 1.3kg whole chicken in 40 minutes. Genius. Philips Viva Collection XXL HD9650/99 Air Fryer, £329.99, Currys PC World
Ideal Home Tip Feeling shady? Amara’s Survival Kits contain everything you need to recover from a boozy night out to time spent with the in-laws! £25 each
THE PROPER MENUS Planning a posh dinner over the holidays? Up your presentation game and get your very own invites, place name cards and menus printed. Available in a wide range of designs, fonts and colours to suit your party’s colour scheme. Deco Corners gold foiled menus, £28.50 for 10; Deco Corners gold place name cards, from £19.50 for 30, Papier
THE FIZZ FLUTE PROTECTOR Lakeland’s smart Flute Spa is perfect if you have a habit of being clumsy in the kitchen. It’ll keep up to six champagne flutes protected in a dishwasher, then once they’ve been washed the whole lot, caddy and all, can go straight into a cupboard for safe keeping. Flute Spa champagne flute storage and dishwasher caddy, £19.99, Lakeland THE FOOD WARMER Keep dishes warm on the dinner table when cooking for a crowd with this clever cordless revolving warming tray. Hot in just 15 minutes, use the four compartments for different dishes or remove to heat one large meal instead. Smart Lazy Susan buffet server, £60, Robert Dyas
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KITCHEN TECH 5 BEST BREAD MAKERS With the latest hi-tech, user-friendly models now able to make a wide range of artisanal breads, including baguettes and bagels (and some even the jam to go with them!), this is one kitchen machine that won’t end up collecting dust at the back of the cupboard
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FOR THE PERFECT CRUST The majority of bread makers only heat the dough from the base, but this new model recreates the conditions inside a baker’s oven, meaning you can achieve a lovely authentic crust at home. ZP2000 Hard Crust bread maker (H27.3xW40.4xD33.9cm), £249.99, Panasonic
THE BESPOKE BREAD MAKER Choose from four loaf sizes and 12 preset programmes including gluten free, pizza dough and fast bake, with the option to store nine of your own favourite recipes, too. Plus, the 13-hour delay timer means you can have a fresh loaf ready first thing every morning. The Custom Loaf (H35.2x W24.8xD39.9cm), £249, Sage
4 THE CLEVER MEASURER It’s not one for compact kitchens, but it has so much to offer – not least a set of battery-powered digital scales that make measuring ingredients super easy, and 12 preset programmes including an ultra-quick setting for speedy loaves. Bread maker Plus and scales (H32xW39xD28cm), £134.99, Lakeland
3 FOR COUNTERTOP CHARISMA It’s a nice change to find a bread maker we’d happily leave out on show! This cool new design from Morphy Richards is packed with features, including presets for teacakes and croissants. Homebake bread maker 502001 (H28.5xW36xD26.5cm), £99, Morphy Richards
THE GREAT VALUE DESIGN For the price of a dozen loaves of sourdough, this budget option delivers delicious results. It’s not as well built as pricier models, but it still features 12 different programmes, including a handy 55-minute rapid bake. Compact bread maker 23620 (H30xW32xD29cm), £64.99, Russell Hobbs
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TECH SUPPORT GET THE BEST FROM YOUR BIG TV You spent a lot of money on it, so whether you’re planning on some boxset bingeing over the holidays, watching the latest blockbuster with the family or playing on the games console that Santa brought, make sure it’s giving you its peak performance
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A few simple tweaks can boost your telly viewing experience
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What about paying extra for high-definition content? It’s worth checking the resolution of your TV; most made in the past few years will be HD (either 720p or 1080p) while newer sets can be 4K (four times as good again). The difference between standard and HD TV channels is enormous, so invest in a set-top Freeview box if your TV can’t play these already. The jump in picture quality between DVD and Blu-ray is also pretty big – Sony’s BDP-S6700 Blu-ray player upscales to 4K, £120, sony.co.uk.
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Ideal Home Tip Rather than sticking with the default screen settings, Which? (which.co.uk) has a handy search tool that lists the best possible picture settings for your TV model. Just search ‘getting the best TV picture’ to find the page.
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Can I recreate a multiplex experience at home? For the ultimate cinema experience, ideally you need multiple surround sound speakers, a projector, screen and mood lighting, and while there’s no substitute for a quality screen you can at least cheat the lighting. Philips Hue app-controlled light bulbs can now synchronize with your entertainment content – whether that’s movies, games or music – and mimic the colours on screen for a more immersive experience. Prices start at £49
for Hue Bridge, £69 for a portable Hue lamp, meethue.com.
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My computer-mad kids are obsessed with something called RGB Gaming – what is it? RGB (Red Green Blue) is a lighting trend in gaming where you buy LED light keyboards and controllers that highlight the keys and buttons. You can also buy RGB speakers (Logitech G560 PC speakers, £209, logitech. com) that boosts sound and syncs with the action on screen and colours change in time with your playing.
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KITCHEN TECH 5 BEST FRIDGE FREEZERS Fridge freezers are now so full of technology, they really can change your life! From cameras that can be accessed via a smartphone to sensor-controlled water dispensers, they’re far more than just a place to keep milk. Here’s our pick of the best new models
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FLEXIBLE FREEZING Haier’s A++ rated Cube has a whopping 610L of space. The bottom right compartment can switch from a fridge to a freezer or rapid chiller, while the main fridge has a high-humidity zone for fruit and veg, and low-humidity drawers for meat and dairy.
AMPLE SPACE This 758L five-door A++ side-by-side design has a 48L compartment that can be set between -18-3°C, and a concealed 4L water dispenser that appears from inside the door when you place a cup in front of the sensor. There’s also a rapid-chill and fast-freeze zone, plus a nine-way shelf layout.
Cube HTF-610DM7 (H190xW90.8xD73.8cm), £1,200, Haier
Karakuri SJ-WX830F (H185xW90xD79cm), £3,690, Sharp Home Appliances
4 HIDDEN CAMERAS This A++ app-connected 234L fridge- and 86L freezer-capacity model has twin HD cameras hidden in the fridge that allow you to check if you need to pick anything up on the way home – all via your smartphone and the Home Connect app.
3 CLEVER STORAGE An A+ 499L design with three drawers – one of which can be used as a fast chiller, fridge or freezer – and a separate compartment with its own door.
KGN36HI32 (H187xW60x D65cm), £949, Bosch
LG GM6140PZQV (H185xW73xD70cm), £1,200, Currys
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5 MONEY SAVER With an impressive A+++ energy rating, this 322L fridge freezer costs less than £25 a year to run. Available in 12 colours, the fridge learns your habits so it can decrease the temperature (protecting the food) before you open the door. ORK193 (H60xW194xD66.9cm), from £809, Gorenje
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FOOD WITH FRIENDS
Let’s get together… If you’re having a few people over this year, mix in simple home-made nibbles with your shop-bought snacks to keep the party (and your guests) going until the early hours
Crab cocktail See page 145 for recipe
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Baby roasted potatoes with herb salt Takes 1hr Serves 12 INGREDIENTS ● 500g small new potatoes ● 2tbsp olive oil ● 2tbsp crushed pink peppercorns ● 2tbsp each of chopped fresh thyme, parsley and chives ● 40g sea salt flakes
1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6. Scatter the potatoes in a roasting tin, drizzle with olive oil and shake the pan so they are fully coated. Roast for 1hr or until golden, turning once or twice during cooking.
2 For the herb salt, mix together the peppercorns, herbs and sea salt flakes in a bowl. Tip potatoes into a serving dish and serve with cocktail sticks for dipping into the herb salt.
Hedgerow velvet Takes 20min Serves 6
2 Strain the blackberry syrup into a bowl,
INGREDIENTS ● 175g blackberries or blackberry liqueur ● 50g caster sugar ● 6tbsp brandy ● 1 bottle of chilled Champagne (or any sparkling wine)
pressing the fruit with the back of a spoon. Discard the fruit pulp and chill the syrup until completely cooled.
1 Place the blackberries and caster
3 Blend the brandy with the blackberry
sugar in a saucepan. Heat gently until the sugar has dissolved, then simmer for 5min, stirring occasionally until the sauce has thickened slightly and is syrupy.
syrup and pour a couple of tablespoons of this into each Champagne flute. Top up with chilled Champagne or sparkling wine and serve immediately.
Roasted scallops on sticks See page 145 for recipe
Scotch quail’s eggs See page 145 for recipe
Mini scones with ham and fruit chutney See page 145 for recipe
SIMPLE PLEASURES Brie & sweet onion tarts Takes 50min Makes 6 INGREDIENTS ● 2tbsp olive oil ● 3 large sweet onions, peeled and thinly sliced ● Few sprigs thyme, leaves only ● 375g pack ready-rolled puf pastry ● 1 egg, beaten ● 2tbsp redcurrant jelly ● 200g firm Brie, sliced ● 100g pack winter salad leaves FOR THE DRESSING ● 2tsp Dijon mustard ● 3tbsp olive oil ● 2tbsp lemon juice ● Pinch of sugar
1 Add the olive oil, onions and most of the thyme to a large pan. Gently cook over a low heat for about
30-40min until onions are very soft and light golden. Stir often, so they don’t catch, season well and leave to cool.
2 Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/Gas 5. Unroll the pastry and cut out six rounds, each one 11cm in diameter. Transfer to a lightly greased baking tray, brush with beaten egg and prick with a fork, leaving a 1.5cm border unpricked around the edge. Spread the centre of each round with onion, then add
a few little blobs of redcurrant jelly (about 1tsp each) into the middle.
3 Bake for 15min, then remove from the oven. Add a few slices of Brie, scatter over remaining thyme leaves and bake again for 10min.
4 To make the dressing, whisk all the ingredients together, then chill until required. Remove the tarts from the oven and cool for a few minutes before serving with the salad leaves and a drizzle of dressing.
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Pom-pom pavlovas Takes 2hrs, plus cooling Makes 16 INGREDIENTS ● 2 egg whites ● 100g caster sugar ● 1tsp vanilla bean paste (or extract) ● 1tsp white wine vinegar ● 1tsp cornflour ● 227g clotted cream ● 2 pomegranates (seeds only)
1 Preheat the oven to 110°C/90°C fan/Gas ¼. Line a baking sheet with baking parchment.
2 Beat the egg whites in a bowl with an electric whisk until peaks form. Beat in sugar, one dessert spoon at a time. Whisk well until mixture is thick and glossy. Add the vanilla and vinegar and sift in cornflour. Whisk lightly until ingredients are combined.
3 Take 1 heaped tsp of the mixture and place on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten and neaten the sides with the back of the spoon, make a small cavity in the centre. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Bake the pavlovas for 1-1½hr or until cases are crisp. Leave to cool.
4 To serve, spoon clotted cream onto each mini pavlova and sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds.
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SIMPLE PLEASURES Roasted scallops on sticks Takes 35min, plus chilling Makes 12
Crab cocktail Takes 20min Serves 8 INGREDIENTS ● 2 egg yolks ● 1tsp Dijon mustard ● ¼tsp cayenne pepper ● 1tbsp white wine vinegar ● 200ml light olive oil ● 50ml crème fraîche ● 1tbsp sun-dried tomato paste ● Dash of milk ● 350g ready-to-eat white crab meat ● Watercress, to serve
1 In a food processor, briefly blend together the egg yolks, mustard, cayenne pepper and vinegar. With the machine still running, very slowly add the oil in a thin stream through the funnel to make a thick mayonnaise. Spoon into a bowl.
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2 Add the crème fraîche and tomato paste to the mayonnaise and mix until smoothly blended. Season to taste and stir in the milk, if very thick. Gently stir in the crab meat, so it’s quite chunky and not broken up too much.
3 Remove any thick stalks from the watercress and pull apart into small sprigs. Pile a small handful into eight serving glasses. Spoon the crab mixture on top and chill until ready to serve.
Mini scones with ham and fruit chutney Takes 35min, plus cooling Serves 20 INGREDIENTS ● 75g lightly salted firm butter, cut into cubes (plus extra for spreading and greasing) ● 175g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting ● 1tsp Dijon mustard ● 5tbsp buttermilk ● 100g cooked ham hock ● 5-6tbsp fruit chutney
1 Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/Gas 7. Grease a large baking sheet. Put the flour in a food processor, add the butter and blend until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add the mustard and buttermilk and blend to form a dough.
2 Turn the dough out on
a saucepan, cover them with cold water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 2min. Drain, rinse in cold water and carefully shell.
1 Preheat the oven to
2 Roll the eggs lightly in
200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6. Pat the scallops dry on kitchen paper, brush with a little oil and season. Heat a ridged griddle pan or frying pan and sear the scallops on both sides to colour. Then transfer to a roasting tin. If the coral isn’t firmly attached to the scallop, cut it away and place on top.
2 Bring a small saucepan of water to the boil. Halve the spring onions and cut each piece lengthways into fine shreds. Cook in the boiling water for 2min to soften. Drain and dry on kitchen paper. Bundle up shreds of onion and place on top of the scallops. Push wooden cocktail sticks right through the spring onions and scallops to hold them together.
3 Mix the chilli sauce with the coriander. Cook the scallops in the oven for 10min. Transfer to a serving plate and spoon a little sauce on each one to serve.
3 Bake the scones for
Scotch quail’s eggs
4 To serve, halve and butter the scones. Flake the ham hock (if not already done) and pile on to the scones. Spoon a little chutney over the top of each one.
1 Put the quail’s eggs in
INGREDIENTS ● 12 large scallops ● Vegetable oil for brushing ● 4 spring onions ● 4tbsp sweet chilli sauce ● 3tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
to a floured surface and roll out until 2cm thick. Stamp out rounds using a 4.5cm round cutter and space them slightly apart on the baking sheet. Re-roll the trimmings to make more.
12min or until risen and nicely golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
chopped parsley ● 1 egg, beaten ● 75g breadcrumbs ● Vegetable oil, for frying
flour. In a bowl, mix the sausagemeat with the fennel, cumin, chilli, parsley and a little seasoning until combined. Divide the sausagemeat mixture into 12 equal portions.
3 Take a piece of sausagemeat and flatten it out with your fingers to about 5mm thickness. Wrap around an egg, pinching the edges of the sausagemeat together so the egg is completely enclosed. Repeat with the remainder.
4 Lightly dust with flour, then coat in beaten egg and breadcrumbs. Heat a 5cm depth of oil in a large, deep flying pan until a piece of bread turns golden in 1min. Lower several eggs into the pan and fry for 4-5min until pale golden. If the breadcrumbs brown quickly, lower the heat so they don’t overcook.
5 Drain on a kitchen-paper lined plate while you cook the rest in batches. Cut in half to serve.
Takes 25min Makes 12 INGREDIENTS ● 12 quail’s eggs ● plain flour, for dusting ● 400g sausagemeat ● 1tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed ● ½tsp cumin seeds, lightly crushed ● 1 medium strength red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped ● 3tbsp JANUARY 2019
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STATEMENT STYLE Space water/wine glass, £50 for two, LSA International
WHEELIE GOOD Odyssey bar trolley, £299, Atkin & Thyme
ON FIRE Flaming prosecco stirrers, £12, Lakeland
WASTE NO MORE Metal straws, £7 for four, Sainsbury’s Home
LONG POUR Bottle pourer, £2, Sainsbury’s Home
ENTERTAINING
SHAKE IT UP Pineapple cocktail shaker, £32, Paperchase
Set up an open bar You’ve stocked up on booze, now get party-prepped with all the glam glasses and barware you need to make it go with a swing…
METALLIC FINISH Lowell table light, £60; hexagonal wide cabinet, £760; barware, from £12, all Debenhams
PINK ‘N’ PRETTY Prosecco cocktail napkins, £2.99 for 16, Lakeland
PARTY MUST-HAVE Pineapple bottle opener, £8.50, Talking Tables
LINE ’EM UP Gold efect shot glasses, £10 for four, Next Home
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GET A HANDLE Gold fish jug, £12.50, HomeSense
TRES CHIC Round mirrored gold tray, £19.99, HomeSense
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TROLLEY DASH Kitchenware, from £9.99; rug, £59.99; decorations, from £9.99; Christmas tree, from £119.99; alcoholic beverages, from £24.99, Very
TAKE A SLICE Gold lemon slice dish, £8.50, Talking Tables
LOOKING ROSY Rose gold glass, £16 for two, Next Home
ALL THE GEAR Bar tool set, £50, John Lewis & Partners
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FANCY FAVOURITE Optic blush Champagne saucer, £10, Laura Ashley
GOLDEN CHARM Parrot bottle stopper, £8, John Lewis & Partners ICE BREAKER Ice tongs, £12, Oliver Bonas
MIDAS TOUCH Gold stainless steel ice bucket, £79, Hurn & Hurn
MEASURE UP Cooper cocktail jigger, £3.99, Drinkstuf
INVESTMENT PIECE Bootleg drinks cabinet, £825, Loaf
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Original Art & Limited Edition Prints
RUNWAY GALLERY w w w . r u n w a y - g a l l e r y. c o m / i d e a l h o m e in association with
Pictured: Green Eyes & Pink Thoughts by Astrid Vos, limited edition print, 42cm x 59.4 cm £975
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ENTERTAINING BEST CRAFT SPIRITS Serve something special this year with one (or all!) of these talking-point tipples
THE HIGHLAND FLING This limited edition single grain Scotch whisky is as giftable as it is drinkable. The Tweeddale Grain of Truth, £50 for 70cl, Isle of Raasay Distillery
THE DRINK WITH HERITAGE Distilled in Bermondsey, south London, this gin is made to an 1840s recipe. The Liberty bottle looks gorgeous, too. Old Tom Gin, £30 for 500ml, Liberty
THE HIPSTER TIPPLE Made from corn, this sweet, nutty bourbon hails from New York. Hudson Baby Bourbon, £49.95 for 70cl, Master of Malt
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THE POSH TEQUILA Skip the shots – this vanilla-hinted tequila should be chilled and sipped. Enemigo 89 Añejo Cristalino tequila, £59.95 for 70cl, 31dover.com
THE HARD STUFF Enjoy this award-winning rum while watching the Strictly final. Peaky Blinder Black Spiced Rum, £22.95 for 70cl, Sadler’s
Stock up on plenty of mixers, juices, limes and lemons so you can make like Tom Cruise in Cocktail when you have guests round
THE YOUTH TONIC This gin is distilled with the anti-ageing protein collagen as a botanical. Perhaps you’ll feel younger after a few… Young in Spirit’s Collagin, £35 for 50cl, Ocado
THE WINTER WARMER Whip up a warming hot toddy with this orange-infused vodka. Aged marmalade vodka, £38.50 for 70cl, Chase
THE CRAFT BRANDY Spicy with a hint of ginger sweetness, this is just the thing to round off a feast. Copper & Kings brandy, £56.95 for 75cl, The Whisky Exchange
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ART FOR YOUR HOME Meet Astrid Vos, a fashion illustrator showcasing her work as part of the Runway Gallery With a background as an illustrator in trend forecasting, Astrid Vos began posting her fashion drawings and portraits on Instagram in 2016 and captivated top designers and industry creatives. Now in demand as the world’s go-to artist for capturing backstage looks at global fashion events, her lively model sketches sit alongside her private portrait portfolio. We caught up with Astrid to discover what inspires her.
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What’s your art background? I studied drawing at the Fashion Academy in Arnhem, then for 13 years I worked in Paris for a top global trend-forecasting agency. After this I settled in Amsterdam where I drew for various advertising companies before launching work on Instagram. The Lovemy Afair
Green Eyes & Pink Thoughts by Astrid Vos
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What inspires you and how important are trends to you? The energy of fashion. Fashion is not superficial, it is like art, it reflects our progress and our evolution. Trends are enormously important for me because they reflect the pulse of our society and are constantly evolving.
by Louise Dear
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How do you describe your style? A bit edgy and dangerous. I like to challenge the viewer; there are lots of layers and depth to my portraits to reflect the personalities I am trying to capture.
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What’s your creative process? First I need to be intrigued, and then it becomes very simple. I use gouache, watercolour and chalk and focus on colour, line and texture.
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Any words of advice for people who want to buy art? Buy it because your heart wants it, NOT as an investment. Art should make your soul happy – so if you spot something you like, trust your instinct.
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Who is your favourite artist? Without question, Rothko – his paintings have so much depth and his work always speaks to me.
To view and buy artworks, visit runway-gallery.com (@runwaygallery) and book Soho Salon Supper Club tickets at designmynight.com.
AN EASY WAY TO DISCOVER ART To buy original prints and artworks from contemporary artists look no further than the new online Runway Gallery. This digital gallery curated by artist SYRETT showcases 14 celebrated artists, who exhibit internationally, including Astrid Vos, Bruce Atherton, Louise Dear, Dara Vandor and SYRETT. Prints start from £200 for limited edition prints. Artist SYRETT also runs the Soho Salon Supper Club – where you can talk to artists and view their work. Tickets cost £45 and include a cocktail, life drawing class and three-course dinner at Soho’s Scarlett Green restaurant.
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WEEKEND BAKE
Spiced molasses cake Give everyone a break from the selection box chocolates and Christmas pudding with this delicious, festive-flavoured layer cake
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TAKES 1hr 35min plus cooling SERVES 10-12
250g unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing ● 250g soft light brown sugar ● 100g blackstrap molasses ● 300ml full-fat milk ● 350g plain flour ● ¼tsp ground cloves ● ¼tsp ground nutmeg ● 1tsp allspice ● 2tsp bicarbonate of soda ● 2 eggs FOR THE ICING ● 180g unsalted butter ● 375g icing sugar ● 180g cream cheese ● Fresh fruit, to decorate
1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/Gas 4. Grease two 19cm cake tins and line with parchment paper.
2 Melt the butter, brown sugar and molasses in a saucepan over a low heat. Remove from the heat, add the milk, then set aside until lukewarm.
3 Sift the flour, spices and bicarbonate of soda into a large bowl. Crack in the eggs and stir to combine. Slowly add the melted butter mix, stirring until it forms a smooth batter. Divide between the cake tins and bake for 40-50min.
4 Meanwhile, make the icing. Beat the butter until pale, then gradually whisk
in the icing sugar until smooth. Beat the cream cheese, then whisk into the icing until very smooth.
5 Once the cake layers are cool, cut each in half. Place a layer on a plate. Top with 3tbsp of icing and spread evenly with a palette knife. Repeat with two more layers, then add the final layer on top. Spoon a little icing on the top of the cake and slowly smooth it down the sides with the palette knife. To finish, level the top and decorate with fruit.
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ENTERTAINING NO AND LOW ALCOHOL DRINKS Swap out the booze with one of these delicious ‘no-lo’ options for the designated drivers
THE GIN ALTERNATIVE Along with rooibos, juniper and camomile, this drink features buchu, which is thought to be a miracle herb! Ceder’s Crisp non-alcoholic spirit, £19.95 for 50cl, Amazon
THE NO-BOOZE FIZZ Raising a toast just doesn’t feel right with a glass of cola – that’s where the superbly named Nosecco comes in. Nosecco alcohol-free spumante, £2.98 for 75cl, Asda
THE CRISP TIPPLE This award-winning cider contains no more than 1 per cent alcohol, and pairs perfectly with a turkey sandwich. Low alcohol cider, £1.19 for 500ml, Waitrose & Partners
THE CHRISTMAS MORNING DRINK Feel left out when the Bucks Fizz comes out on Christmas morn? This is for you. Non-alcoholic Bucks Fizz, £2.50 for 750ml, Marks & Spencer
For guaranteed zero booze, look for ‘nonalcoholic’ labels. Drinks labelled ‘alcohol-free’ contain trace amounts of alcohol (less than 0.5 per cent ABV).
THE REFRESHING COCKTAIL Designated drivers rejoice! The only thing this citrus-, spice- and pepperinfused drink is lacking, is alcohol. Borrago 47 Paloma Blend, £19.99 for 500ml, Borrago
THE HANGOVER-FREE WINE With half the calories of a normal vino, this merlot has been de-alcoholised without altering the taste of the wine. Bon Voyage alcohol-free Merlot, £3.99 for 75cl, Ocado
THE CLASSIC CHOICE Sophisticated flavours with super stylish packaging, Seedlip leads the market in non-alcoholic ‘spirits’. Grove 42, £27.99 for 70cl, Seedlip
THE PALE ALE REPLACEMENT This 0.5% ABV beer tastes pretty much exactly the same as the brand’s standard Ghost Ship alcoholic ale. Adnams Ghost Ship alcohol-free pale ale, £1.30, Tesco
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WHAT’S FOR DINNER?
Turkey & butter bean hotpot Make the most of your festive leftovers and whip up this warming dish for the family
TAKES 45min SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS ● 1tbsp olive oil ● 300g cooking chorizo, sliced ● 2 red onions, sliced ● 2 red peppers, deseeded and cut into chunky pieces ● 500g cooked turkey, torn ● 1½tsp smoked paprika ● 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes ● 100ml dry sherry ● 2 x 400g cans butter beans, drained and rinsed ● 1tsp brown sugar ● Small handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley, torn
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1 Heat the oil in a large, heavybased pan. Brown the chorizo in batches over a high heat, then remove from the pan and set aside. Add the onion and peppers and fry for another 5min.
2 Return the chorizo to the pan. Add the turkey, paprika, tomatoes and sherry. Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer, with the lid on, for 15min. Add the butter beans and sugar. Simmer, with the lid on, for 15min. Season, then sprinkle over the parsley.
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BE CANDLE SAFE Enjoy the special touch that candles add to your home; but take care to use them safely: Always place lit candles well away from foliage, furniture, curtains and soft furnishings, and always out of draughts ● Keep candles out of reach of children and pets ● Never leave a burning candle unattended ● Keep candles away from hair and clothing ● Always place candles upright in suitable holders that can’t easily fall over ● Always be sure that candles are properly extinguished
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