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THE HOME OF GOOD IDEAS FOR 100 YEARS
The BIG 100th Birthday Issue
SPECIAL EDITION
100 BEST-EVER
INTERIOR DESIGN IDEAS Wallpapers that won’t date AGELESS REAL HOMES from our archive
HOW TO FUTURE PROOF your kitchen & bathroom
Homes That Define
MODERN STYLE
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What’s new
Real homes
9 Set the scene for…
32 From the ground up
11 The style editor
51 Into the blue
13 We’re in love... George
80 Living the Cornish dream
A lazy Sunday lunch All the latest news
Home’s Simplicity tableware
15 The design edit High-end
looks on a high-street budget
17 The shortlist Accent lamps 18 Surprise in store… H&M
Home’s statement floor lamp
19 Style revival From Arts &
Crafts to Abstract Eighties, the pick of the best on-trend classics
29 The wallpaper edit Our 2020 favourites
31 Ideal vs great deal
Tactile weaves and warm woods for a cosy room update
An inspired rebuild
Cohesive colour update
The idyllic all-year-round rural retreat 100 Embracing the dark side Move over magnolia…
129 Rooms with a view
An elevated outlook that brings the outside in
Style & décor 43 Update your… kitchen walls 44 Style secrets Lose yourself in deep, decadent colour
65 100 best-ever design ideas
Cut-out-and-keep expert guide
92 History repeating
Wallpapers that stand the test of time
113 100 years of inspiring
homes Leading interiors and architecture that shaped the century
120 The colour edit Terracotta 122 Interior design advice How to create a home with longevity
140 Easy style updates Quick
ways to beautify your home
Before & after 149 Project news Kitchen and bathroom update
150 ‘This is our forever
kitchen’ A colourful scheme packed with period charm
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TO FIND ALL THE STOCKISTS IN THIS ISSUE TURN TO PAGE 208 156 ‘We wanted a classic but
modern look’ Smart styling zones open-plan living
162 ‘It feels calm but not
boring’ Luxurious en suite
168 ‘We’ve created a designer
look on a budget’ A highend bathroom that won’t date
184 Genius problem solvers Energy-saving solutions
186 Your kitchen, sorted
Game-changing storage
189 Boost your TV’s sound
with a soundbar New tech
173 ‘I live in a converted
191 Keep your home cosy with
181 ‘We extended this house
Regulars
Simple pleasures
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garage’ From dilapidated workshop to light-filled space up, out and across’ Maximising growth potential
192 An evening to remember Restaurant-at-home menu
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WELCOME TO OUR CENTENARY ISSUE!
In the very first edition, the editor wrote: ‘The policy of The Ideal Home is to cater for the wide circle of the middle class. Every matter of interest, from the designing of the house and garden to its finishing touches, will be explained and illustrated by experts.’ Today’s team is proud to uphold that pledge and hopes that you love this great old brand as much as we do. Since that first issue, Ideal Home has integrated itself into British life: it gave away architectural plans to boom-time self-builders, then, in wartime, dispensed government information about rationing, blackout and air raids. Later, it converted London townhouses into modern show flats and even built a housing development in Peterborough. But, you don’t reach 100 years without having some people to thank: first in line has to be the homeowners who have graciously let us photograph their homes. Secondly, the star staffers who have made it great, including Mary Berry and the legendary interiors journalist Barbara Chandler. And, of course, the behind-the-scenes heroes who have given so many years to the brand: stylist Sarita Sharma (25) and photographer Dom Blackmore (nearly 40); this issue’s cover stylist, Charlotte Boyd, her father and great-grandfather; Lisa Fazzani, who is still writing fab features for us 27 years on. Finally, of course, I have to thank you – our lovely readers – who are the most important part of the Ideal Home family. Cheers!
Vanessa
Vanessa Richmond, Editor
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THE BEST IN WALLPAPER, PAINT AND M O R E . . .
WHAT’S NEW
Set the scene for...
A LAZY SUNDAY LUNCH
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Whether it’s a table for two, the fam or your bubble of friends, make it an occasion. Do things properly with crisp linens and pretty settings decorated with pine cones, dimmed lighting for a mellow mood and, if lunch segues into dinner, candles for cosy evening intimacy
WHERE TO BUY Ashwell chandelier, £495; cotton linen tablecloth, £75; napkins, £25 for four; jute place mats, £12 each; glassware and tableware, from a selection, all The White Company
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WHAT’S NEW
The hero piece
NEPTUNE’S ARDINGLY CABINET
Ardingly cabinet, from £1,635, Neptune
This storage stunner may be posing as a drinks cabinet, but we think it has plenty more to offer. With bespoke options for shelving, it can be used to camouflage a TV, as a compact kitchen larder or a hideaway home office. A piece like this that adapts to your needs as life changes is in it for the long haul – and worth the investment.
The STYLE EDITOR Michela Colling, Ideal Home’s tastemaker-in-chief, shares her top news from the high street
REDEFINED WRAP Ihaya lamp, £280, SloGoods at Notonthehigh street.com
STAR PLAYER Patterned woven bowl, £42, The Forest & Co
We keep seeing…
Wonder weaves These stylishly complex designs beat your average basket
BEAUTY SPOT Imbaka basket, £110, Akojo Market
ONE OF A KIND Djera Bolga pot basket, £75, Lola & Mawu
We’re in love…
SELF-CARE STARTS HERE Simply lighting a candle can become a daily time-out ritual for a mindful moment. Our new favourite scentedcandle sources are boutique brands Our Lovely Goods and Oré Mi, both of which have warming fragrances that are perfect for winter. Try Mandarin & Spice candle, £40, Oré Mi (pictured, right) and Into The Woods, £20, Our Lovely Goods (left) – both made with soya wax. IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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NEW RETRO CLASSICS FROM ROMO
Chairs in Oxley in Multi, £85m; Nolan in Sorbet, £72m; Arlo in Flamingo, £77m; OpIe in Tamarind, £83m, all Romo
It goes without saying that checks and stripes are both design staples that will never go out of style (see 100 BestEver Design Ideas on page 65). The new Oxley weaves are a creative spin on a classic, incorporating a retro-inspired palette and playing with scale for a refreshing collection that will breathe new life into a neutral space. Oxley in Pesto, £85m; Arlo in Pomegranate, £77m, both Romo
Work smart with Argos The pandemic has fast-tracked the already growing trend for working from home and Argos says sales for office furniture have risen by 67%. If you don’t have a designated workspace, using multi-purpose or beautiful pieces that blend into various rooms is the key to blurring the lines between living and working. Its new mirrored dressing table, £250, is a petite, multi-functional saviour that will double up as a desk. Pair it with the Marco office chair, £120, to complete the look.
CHRISTMAS GIFTS WITH MEANING
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Visit the Country Homes & Interiors Christmas Fair at Stonor Park for a safe, boutique-shopping experience. As well as finding one-of-a-kind presents, you’ll get the chance to meet the inspirational owners behind the stands. Save £2 on tickets when bought before Nov 23. Visit ichfevents.co.uk/ countryhomeschristmas and use code EV287 to claim your discount or call 01425 277988 and quote EV287 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
WHAT’S NEW
FEATURE MICHELA COLLING
Country Kitchen dinner set, £40; mugs, £10 for set of four; Speckle pasta bowls, £4 each; storage canisters, £2 each, all George Home
We’re in love!
GEORGE HOME’S SIMPLICITY TABLEWARE The speckled, tactile ceramics are just calling out for a serving of hearty soup and a chunk of crusty bread. Deserving of a spot on open shelving, their earthy tones will bring a warm wash of colour to the kitchen and homely hug to the table.
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THE DESIGN EDIT Now and then, the high street comes up with something so utterly fabulous it looks as if it’s come from a designer boutique. Here are some of our latest discoveries that will make your home look expensive without the big spend… WHERE TO BUY 1 Dekorera candlestick, from £9, Ikea 2 Tokyo cushion, £24.95, Folk Interiors 3 Carlo Petrol Blue full-length mirror, £120, Habitat 4 Leaf table lamp, £125, John Lewis & Partners 5 Arkin chair, £229, Dunelm 6 Life Curated throw, £17, George Home 7 Catalina abstract vase, £32, Curious Egg IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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WHAT’S NEW
CONTEMPORARY CAGE Flaggskepp table lamp, £12, Ikea
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OFFICE CHIC Curved table lamp, £189, Nordic House
ELEGANT GLASS Simone table lamp, £105, Sweetpea & Willow
To give gloomy evenings a cosy glow and smarten up a dull corner, on or off
GRECIAN INFLUENCE Foliage Gold table lamp, £95, John Lewis & Partners
RUSTIC SCANDI Bloomingville table lamp in Blue, £45, Amara
HAND-CARVED WOOD Perisphere table lamp, £175, Oka
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WHAT’S NEW Metal floor lamp, £99.99, H&M Home
Surprise in storeÉ
You might expect to pick this up in a luxury design store – but this retro-glam stunner is an affordable, high-street treat. It’s a talking point for a modern space or can add an eclectic edge to a traditional room. The gold finish will pop against dark walls or blend into a neutral space.
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H&M HOME’S STATEMENT FLOOR LAMP
Argyll fabric high-back chair, £380; Kent sideboard, £350; pendant, £16, all Argos
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5 1 Mango wood table lamp, £110, Barker and Stonehouse 2 Haldon candelabra, £125, Oka 3 Gaia wallpaper, £125 a roll, House of Hackney 4 Hobnob kitchen chair in Heritage Blue, £370 for two, Loaf 5 Pilar floral wool rug, £230, La Redoute 6 Folksy animal dinnerware, £30 for a 12 piece set, George Home 7 Harewood cushion, £25, Dunelm 8 Patterned porcelain cup, £6.99, H&M Home 9 Antiqued Gold pendant mirror, from £148, Graham and Green 10 Arts and Crafts framed print, £7, Dunelm 11 Hydra pendant light, £195, Pooky IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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Enchanted armchair in Sensual velvet blush, £299, DFS
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7 1 Geometric antique brass shelf, £100, Graham and Green 2 Palm velvet cushion, £12, Next Home 3 Fox & Ivy gold leaf tumbler, £3.50, Tesco 4 Deco glass wall light, £45, Cox & Cox 5 Fabulous golden drinks trolley, £498, Audenza 6 Revival wallpaper, £175 for a roll, Mind the Gap 7 Cleo round storage pouffe, £129, Homebase 8 Sun ray mirror, £8, Matalan 9 Sahara bar tray, £25, Sainsbury’s Home 10 Guarana side table, £186, Maisons du Monde 11 Veil brass chandelier, £209.99, My Furniture IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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Matki EauZone Plus The most luxurious Shower Doors, Bath Screens and Shower Trays. Beautifully engineered in the UK
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Green A collection of authentic National Trust colours including original shades from the homes of Winston Churchill, George Bernard Shaw and Beatrix Potter. Available now. om 80
Order your free colourcard, or find your nearest stockist at littlegreene.com Colour Consultancy service available nationwide
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...starts with a Moduleo floor Inspired by natural textures, each beautiful design offers the ultimate in luxury and comfort; being so warm and soft underfoot. At the same time, our floors are extremely hardwearing and exceptionally easy to maintain - making a longer lasting impression.
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WHAT’S NEW
The Wallpaper Edit
OUR 2020 FAVOURITES
To celebrate a year of stand-out wallpaper designs, the Ideal Home team has selected their personal picks. Your new feature wall starts here!
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VANESSA, EDITORIAL DIRECTOR ‘I go a bit weak for HoH’s botanical prints. They appeal to both the nature nerd and the drama queen in me.’ Flora Delanica in Midnight, from £125 a roll, House of Hackney
STEPHANIE, SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR ‘It’s no secret I’m a sucker for vibrant tropical prints, and this graphic banana leaf repeat ticks all the right boxes for me.’ Jungle Palm, £80 a roll, Miss Print
NICKY, DECORATING EDITOR
GEORGIA, CREATIVE DIRECTOR
HEATHER, EXECUTIVE EDITOR
‘What’s not to love? Beautiful illustrative work with intriguing details in a fantastic colour combination – it’s art on a roll.’ Reverie in Purple, £28 a roll, Albany at Wallpaperdirect
‘With the appearance of fine woven silk, this design is my choice – I love its subtle embossed texture and luxe metallic highlights.’ Etsu in Liquorice, £95 a roll, Romo
‘This has me dreaming of holidays on the Med – perfect for bringing a summer vibe into your home all year round.’ Seville Bougainvillea 117-6018, £120 a roll, Cole & Son
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WHAT’S NEW
IDEAL VS GREAT DEAL
Look to natural woods, warm woollens, tactile weaves and neutral tones to give your living room a cosy update this autumn TEXTURED STRIPE Tina ZigZag cushion, £65, Sweetpea & Willow
WOOD WORK Yamazaki Rin silent wall clock, £71.99, Wayfair
SLEEK LEATHER Hackney armchair in Tan, £849, DFS
GLOBAL STYLE Kodiak rug, £129, Housecosy
FEATURE LISA FAZZANI
OAK TOPPED Vivi rattan and oak side table, £340, Lagoon
WOVEN WICKER Pletenice handcrafted sideboard, £950, La Redoute
FINE LINES Textured cushion, £12, Matalan
FAUX FINISH Frey PU leather armchair in Tan, £279, Dunelm
FACE OFF Wooden clock, £8, Wilko
LIVELY WEAVE Country Tribal natural rug, £84.99, Carpetright
SIDE ORDER Hazel rattan and oak veneer side table, £95, Habitat
RATTAN DETAIL Pavia sideboard, £299, Made IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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From the ground up Why remodel when you can rebuild? Lauren and John Conroy scrapped a dingy bungalow and used the land for their dream home, complete with living spaces that open to the garden and a basement swimming pool
Kitchen-diner Sliding doors create a seamless indoor-outdoor space. ‘It’s so lovely in summer as the glass completely slides into the walls and the whole corner opens up, so it feels like you’re sitting outside,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES For similar chandeliers, try medium seashell pendants, £264 each, Beautiful Halo. Dulwich extending dining table, £1,421, Heal’s, is this style. Concept dining chairs, £129 each, Cult Furniture, are similar
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LAUREN’S STYLE? Turn to page 41 to shop the look
MATCHING FLOORING Blurs the line between inside and out
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Welcome to my home
Lauren Conroy, an interior stylist and lifestyle blogger (laloves.co.uk), lives here with her husband John, a property developer, and their children aged six, seven and nine.
THE PROPERTY A six/seven bedroom detached new-build house in London.
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hen Lauren and John Conroy spotted a ‘For Sale’ board outside a bungalow during a Sunday afternoon drive, they were quick to arrange a viewing the next day. ‘We loved the spacious plot, views and proximity to good schools, but the layout didn’t work for us,’ says Lauren. ‘It had been extended several times over the years and you had to walk through one bedroom in order to get to another.’ On the advice of Architecture Initiative, the couple decided to demolish the bungalow and build a new house. The new design is longer and slightly narrower than other homes on the street, and has a basement level swimming pool and family room. On the ground floor is an open-plan kitchen-diner and living space with an adjacent scullery and pantry, a playroom (or second living room) and a flexible en-suite bedroom/ office. There’s also a boot room and garage. On the top floor, the main bedroom suite is joined by four bedrooms, a family bathroom, two en suites and a laundry room, plus a granny annexe which has its own separate entrance. ‘We love the style of
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traditional English homes, so we used reclaimed London stock bricks for the frontage,’ says Lauren. ‘The contemporary rear was inspired by homes in South Africa, where we’re from. It has an indooroutdoor feel with lots of light coming through.’ The project took longer than expected. ‘Planning permission took a couple of years as we changed a few details. The build took another two years, while we rented nearby. We used contractors from John’s firm, so it ended up on the back burner.’ Even with the shell done, the end was a long way off. ‘Choosing finishes took ages and the snagging list seemed endless. I remember brushing my teeth one morning while someone was painting the bathroom door!’ Lauren took charge of the interior design, with advice from her friend Emma Oldham of Solange Design. ‘The walls are mostly white. Natural oak or concrete flooring has been used throughout and I’ve used artwork to add the odd pop of colour,’ she says. In the summer of 2017, they finally moved in. ‘John says this is our last project, but I’m not convinced. I’d love to build a place in the countryside one day.’
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Hallway ‘Our architect suggested fitting a large skylight at the top of the stairs, which allows a huge amount of light down them and is lovely at night,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Gold leaf French two seat sofa, £1,179, Crown French Furniture, is this shape. Botanical fern cushions, £11.99 each, Mint & Molly. For similar flooring, try Bayswater herringbone natural oak, £67.49sq m, Direct Wood Flooring
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BRASS WRAP Intentionally left raw to patinate over time
Kitchen ‘I knew I wanted marble, white and brass, but the kitchen company suggested introducing bare wood too,’ says Lauren. ‘They also helped get the proportions right and convinced me to have fewer wall cupboards, which was the right call.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Kitchen and island cabinets, £23,882, Blakes London. Fusion tap, £1,150, Quooker
Kitchen Oak strip doors slide open to reveal a desk, bar with wine cooler and mirrored shelving, as well as a breakfast station. ‘I was going to have white storage here, but I’m glad I went for the oak instead to soften the look,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Feature tall stripped cabinets, £33,750, Blakes London
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Kitchen Although the back wall has a marble worktop and splashback, the island where food prep takes place is quartz. ‘I’m really glad we chose the quartz as it doesn’t mark,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Wishbone wooden bar stools, £179 each, Cult Furniture, would work here
Seating area Wraparound glazing makes this area light and bright. Large pieces of furniture from South Africa, including the sofa and a vintage Chinese floor lamp, hold their own in this large, open space. BUY THE KEY PIECES New Adelaide leather sofa, £1,249, Barker and Stonehouse, is a good match. Long Island footstool in Dusty Rose, £720, Sofa.com, has this look. Karakul speckle weave wool rug, £178sq m, Coral & Hive. Orange knot, £96, Nordic Nest, is comparable
Building ovens into floor-to-ceiling cabinetry gave a streamlined look
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FLOOR LAMP Casts an intimate pool of light over the seating area
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HIDDEN TOY STORAGE Disguised as panelling
Playroom The middle reception room is currently used as a playroom. ‘The kids spend a lot of time in here,’ says Lauren. ‘It’s next to the kitchen so is handy for keeping an eye on them when I’m cooking.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls in All White estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Lambert & Fils Waldorf suspension light, £1,895, The Conran Shop. Black wood dining table, £1,113, Nicky Cornell, has this look
Kid’s room All three children’s rooms feature bespoke built-in wardrobes and storage to keep these small spaces as tidy as possible. ‘I particularly love the wardrobes with leather strap handles,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Similar wardrobes, from £5,500, Blakes London. Try Greenaway bookcase, £67.50, Great Little Trading Company. Navy star bedding, £12, Argos, is an alternative
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Landing workspace The wide landing provides a quiet homework area for the couple’s three children. ‘I painted an antique table to suit this space,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Louis French dining table, £499, Crown French Furniture, is similar. Hay J41 chairs, £194.65 each, Made in Design. George Nelson Bubble Ball pendants, from £378 each, The Conran Shop
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LOOP-LEG TABLES Keep the look spacious
This space overlooking the basement pool has a relaxed, laid-back vibe and could have multiple uses in future. ‘The children love lounging on the big beanbags and playing computer games in here,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try Layla cocoon beanbags, £140 each, Made, for a similar look. Gronlid sofa, £695, Ikea, has this look. Kartell Bourgie lamp, £344.70, Connections at Home
Basement pool Stairs lead down from the garden to the basement pool. ‘The doors slide completely back into the walls, so on a nice day it feels like an outdoor pool,’ says Lauren. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try square Black terrazzo concrete planter, £30.99, Get Potted. Pretty White peacock garden chairs, £95 each, Rockett St George, are a good alternative
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FEATURE KAREN WILSON PHOTOGRAPHS MALCOLM MENZIES
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Make it work for you LAUREN’S STYLE: LAID-BACK LIVING MY GO-TO STORES…
Punchy blocks of yellow and pink add instant charm to this open-plan, Scandi setting
DESIGNERS GUILD Great for colourful fabrics and vintage-style furniture.
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ANDREW DOMINIC This British designer has a studio in Cape Town making bespoke furniture using hardwoods.
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SIGMAR LONDON I love this small boutique’s retro vases and tableware.
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STYLISH STAPLE Cast aluminium casserole, £49.50, M&S
ECO-CONSCIOUS ELEMENTS Canopy vase, £22, LSA International
FEET UP Soapbox footstool in Raspberry brushed cotton, £455, Loaf
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SOFT UPGRADE Osternas leather handle, £10 for two, Ikea
DECADENT DECOR Yellow velvet cushion cover, £6.99, H&M Home
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NORDIC CHIC Mater Nestor dining chair in Black, £503, Amara
DOUBLE-SIDED DESIGN Acacia wood serving board, £24.95, Sous Chef
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KITCHEN WALLS Swap a tiled splashback for a fabulous botanical mural
MAKE IT LAST Reduce water damage risk by continuing the worktop a few inches up the wall behind the sink area
FEATURE MICHELA COLLING
Next level feature wall
Wall in Garden of Serica in Mallow, £248lin m, Anna Glover. Floor in Signature Encaustic Tourmaline in Mineral Calcite and Linear Block, from £70sq m, Amtico
Wallpaper in the kitchen… why not? A large-scale scene instantly adds a sense of depth to the space. A tone-ontone colourway, plus a long, open shelf allows the patterned design to settle into the background. Finish with a lowlevel splashback to help protect it from any scuffs or water damage.
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STYLE SECRETS
LOSE YOURSELF IN DEEP, DECADENT COLOUR Be a shade braver to update your space. These calm hues mix well with other colours (including white and grey, if that’s your comfort zone)…
Teal blue This warm colour is perfectly balanced between blue and green. Any tone of wood or metal looks great against it, and you can get a really dramatic effect with white accessories.
BLURRED PATTERN Softens and balances bold colour contrasts and strong shapes
Wall in Mid Azure Green absolute emulsion, £47 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene. Delphine sideboard in Espresso and marble, £1,499, West Elm. Fusion Blue rug, from £169, Woven. Tall White ceramic vase with handles, £55, Rockett St George. Strøm bowl, £45, The Conran Shop. Mr and Mrs Muse reversible vase, £98, Jonathan Adler. Meijing Emperor 40cm lampshade with Champagne lining, £107, Cotterell & Co. Brass table lamp, £195, Cox & Cox
Matt black If you dare, it’s both cosy and classy on one or two walls. Leave at least two walls a light colour, but follow up the black on window and door frames and skirting. Mirrored sheet in alcoves will offset the darkness.
DARK FIREPLACE Blends into the black wall and doesn’t dominate
Black Monday floor lamp in Antique Brass, £300; drum lampshade in Peacock dupion silk, £95, Pooky. For a similar sofa, try Clerkenwell sofa, £999, Sofology
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Betty chair in Olive, £480, Sofa.com. Cushion, £32, Oliver Bonas. Lamp base, £95, Graham and Green. Fuchsia drum shade, £55, Pooky. Hex tray, £16, West Elm. Box, £60, John Lewis & Partners
Dusky aqua A soothingly calm colour you can style simply with greys, or go for it with a mix of other blues, greens and pops of pink and purple.
DARK ACCENTS Give a more grown-up look than white against an aqua wall
STYLE & DECOR Wall in Hague Blue estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Model 02 velvet three-seater sofa in Vine, £1,195, Swyft. Champagne Skies canvas, £230, Barker and Stonehouse. Gatsby rug in Cloud, from £230, Cotterell & Co. Terrace Pill coffee table, £419, West Elm. Paint cushion cover, £45, Broste. Diamond embroidered cushion, £50, Raj Tent Club. Geocentric cushion in Pink, £99, Niki Jones at Heal’s. Gold bowl, £69, Broste. Tall ribbed coral vase, £22, Barker and Stonehouse. Fluted marble bowl, £95, Raj Tent Club
Inky blue Rich and relaxing for a living room. Avoid strong contrasts to keep the mood mellow and team it with deep greens, greys and soft pinks. Wall panelling will stop this colour looking flat.
WARM BRASS Metallic finishes are crucial for lifting a dark-painted room
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Olive green Warm and natural, it’s great for rooms with a garden outlook. If you find an expanse of one colour too much, try a split effect with another colour above dado or picture-rail height – a paler shade, a neutral or a contrast.
DEEP PURPLE The perfect partner for deep greens to give an opulent look
Cricket corner sofa, £2,295, Sofology
STYLE & DECOR Wishford sofa in House Velvet Turmeric, from £1,125, Willow & Hall
Petrol blue This vibrant shade looks scary in the paint pot, but is mellowed beautifully by oak flooring. Avoid disruptive colour contrasts on skirting or a dado rail by painting it to match for a fully immersive look.
FEATURE NICKY PHILLIPS STYLING CHARLOTTE BOYD PHOTOGRAPHS JOANNA HENDERSON, TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM
TURMERIC CONTRAST Really glows against this deep tone for a modern colour mix
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WALL: ZELLICA BRONZE UK’s No 1 Tile Specialist based on £ turnover within the domestic tile sector. 98% customer satisfaction based on 5 stars (89%) or 4 stars (9%) in our Tile Talk survey – 18,853 respondents, date range 27/11/2019-25/07/2020.
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Into the blue
Open-plan living is often the dream, but in reality it can look cold and confused. Belinda and Patrick Hall used colour cleverly to create distinct spaces that still feel pulled-together
BLACK ARCH Highlights the doorway’s interesting shape
Hallway To link the original front of the house to the contemporary part at the back, Belinda painted a band of co-ordinating cobalt blue up to dado height, which she mimicked with a strip of gold to finish. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try Antique Gold effect paint, £7.20 for 125ml, Craig & Rose. Shor bench, £284.91, Sklum, has this style. Turkish Konya runner, £233.43, Rugbe on Etsy, is similar
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Welcome to my home Belinda Hall, an interior designer, lives here with her husband Patrick, chief product officer for an online travel payments company, and their children Charlie, Ted and Rosie.
THE PROPERTY A four/five-bedroom, single-storey detached Victorian house in Melbourne, Australia.
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LIVING ROOM
STUDY/ BEDROOM
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FAMILY ROOM BEDROOM
KITCHEN
LAUNDRY
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BEDROOM MAIN BEDROOM
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THE VALUE Bought for £945,000 in 2008; now worth around £1.67m.
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uilt in the Victorian gold rush era, Belinda and Patrick Hall’s home is in one of Melbourne’s oldest tree-lined suburbs while its heritage as a former dairy gives it much character. ‘When we first viewed it, I loved the traditional brickwork, stately front rooms and original floorboards,’ says Belinda. ‘There was an extension at the back with a modern kitchen, living room and bathroom, which offered a lovely feeling of light and space, too.’ While the neighbourhood norm was to retain the elegant front rooms and erect a ‘white box’ rear extension, the Halls felt that more structural changes weren’t necessary. ‘We saw it as a blank canvas and set about adding meaning to the space,’ says Belinda. ‘I wanted a unique interior that felt inviting and relaxing. The design evolved over several years,’ she adds. ‘To make it feel warm, layered and enriching, we used a deep blue wall colour. It took courage to paint the whole renovation and a long time to find the perfect colour. It transformed the house, adding depth and style to the open-plan spaces. We also lime washed the floorboards to update them.’ With her partner at interior design firm Richard Hall & Son (richardhallandson.com.au), Belinda designed separate areas that allow the family to congregate or separate, depending on the mood. ‘I love it when we’re milling about in one space, reading, drawing, watching TV, cooking – but all together,’ says Belinda. ‘The warmth of the colour at night is cosy on cold evenings, when the open fire is a blessing.’ The couple have collected furniture, art and rugs, and Belinda has used wallpaper for wow factor, teamed with brass vases, sculptures and wool cushions. They may add rooms when the kids become teens, but Belinda feels it’s ideal for them. ‘The single level means everything is close at hand,’ she says. ‘We have lots of light and access to great outdoor areas. We love our home, but we’d never say no to another challenge in future.’
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Dining area seating ‘Wallpaper and a large rug help to separate and define the seating area opposite the dining table,’ says Belinda. BUY THE KEY PIECES Kilim Palermo rug by Gan, £702, Made in Design. The Palais de Versailles Sacré Bleu velvet armchair, £840, French Bedroom Company, is a good match
POTTED TREE Brings life to a gloomy corner
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TEXTURED RUG Zones and cosies up the seating area
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Living room A new fire was fitted into the existing cavity and window seats built on either side. ‘The chimney breast is narrow, so the simple design suits the space,’ says Belinda. ‘This room lacked personality, but now it feels cosy sitting by the fire watching TV.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls in Hague Blue, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Ro chair by Jamie Hayon for Fritz Hansen, £2,195, Heal’s
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BEADING Creates a frame around feature wallpaper
Dining area
Living room
Vintage crystal decanters, a soda dispenser and cloche were found to compliment the 1950s drinks trolley. BUY THE KEY PIECES Gubi trolley, £559.73, Made in Design
Although the living room is open-plan to the kitchen-diner, partial walls help to make it feel cosy. The folding doors connect it to the outdoor dining area. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try Misty Fir Forest wall mural, £33sq m, Rebel Walls. Pinch Design Claude sofa in Romo Linara Shadow, £3,086, Liberty London
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Living room A 1950s oak sideboard contrasts beautifully with the blue walls and quirky French Art Deco wall light. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try the Lund sideboard, £599, Barker and Stonehouse. Zig Zag chair, £220, Northdeco, is a match. Minimalist two-head wall sconce, £65.65, Beautiful Halo, has a similar style. Desenio has similar body line art posters, from £8.95
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Dining area ‘I love vintage pieces mixed with designer furniture,’ says Belinda. ‘The look we’ve developed is an easy style that tends a bit towards the masculine in the colours.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Theon metal dining chair, £199, Cult Furniture, would work here. Kilim Palermo rug by Gan, £702, Made in Design
ROUND CHAIRS The curves soften this space’s straight lines
REAL HOME Natural wood chopping boards look warm and organic against glossy blue tiling
ANTIQUE RUG Gives the contemporary kitchen more character
Kitchen
Kitchen
Painting the window frames and walls the same colour as the units gives this space a seamless, streamlined look. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try handless kitchen in Midnight and White, from £5,876, Wren Kitchens. Carnival Pancho tiles, £63.36sq m, Fired Earth, are similar
Belinda updated the existing kitchen by removing the handles, painting the wall units and replacing glass splashbacks with blue metro tiles that make the wall units disappear. ‘That decision really made the room work.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Ilve Roma range cooker, £3,195, John Lewis & Partners, is comparable. Try HK Living teak breadboards, £43.99 for set of three, Trouva
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Master bedroom ‘The scheme in here is subtle, with blush walls, the grey of the marble fireplace and a hit of colour from the citrine bedspread,’ says Belinda. BUY THE KEY PIECES Lustre 3 Petit Cargo light, £1,403, Designheure. Calamine estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball, is a match. Metalica table, £158, Furn-On, is similar
FEATURE SOPHIE MACKINNON/ KAREN WILSON PHOTOGRAPHS LISA COHEN/LIVING INSIDE PLANS AGENCY SERVICE
PENDANT CLUSTER Creates a focal point in the absence of a headboard
Modern lighting and furniture contrasts with the traditional architecture of the windows
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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A daring electric blue and monochrome palette combined with tactile accessories makes this scheme understated yet bold
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IN GOOD COMPANY For an incredible range of labels, such as Gubi and Muuto.
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HUB FURNITURE It stocks a great selection of international brands. STATEMENT BUY Nova mirror in Antique Gold, £153, Pooky
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TALL TREE Lyrata artificial Ficus tree in woven pot, £198, Maisons du Monde
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CAFFEINE HIT Le Creuset stoneware cafetière in Teal, £45.60, Amazon. co.uk
KICK BACK Versailles Sacré Bleu armchair, £840, The French Bedroom Co PATTERN PLAY Apex rug in Blue, from £415, India Jane
FURRY FOCUS Sheepskin cushion in Oyster, £48, Graham and Green
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A mix of graphic prints and elegant silhouettes elevates this opulent look without overwhelming the space JESSICA TAVERNER, INTERIOR STYLIST
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PRACTICAL ADDITION Janus White four face stool, £76, Shropshire Design
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COMPROMISE From big brands to unique finds, P
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lanning to give your home a facelift and don’t know where to begin? Make a beeline for Homesense. Stepping into the store is like discovering a real-life Pinterest board – there’s inspiration everywhere and something to suit every home-lover’s style. Whether you’re seriously into Scandi or like a little bit of boho, the store has the most eclectic interiors offering on the high street and boasts unbeatable value, too.
SMARTER SHOPPING Part of the TK Maxx family, Homesense is the ultimate one-stop shop for all your interior needs, with designer brands and one-off buys all under one roof. The savvy store shuns the traditional approach to stocking up for each season, instead dropping new products several times a week so you’re guaranteed to be surprised by hidden gems that won’t be around for long. Homesense’s team hunts down quality finds from all over the world
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IRRESISTIBLE VALUE Switching up your living space has never been so easy, not to mention affordable. Homesense doesn’t do sales or promotions; instead, you’ll discover premium branded products available at a fraction of their usual cost, with up to 60 per cent off the original retail price every single day. When tracking down the best products to give your home and garden a boost, Homesense does so with your budget in mind, swooping in to offer the labels you love at a significant discount compared to the rest of the high street. What’s more, you’ll also discover lots of luxury finishing touches, including hand-crafted mirrors and the finest Italian cashmere. So, whether you’re simply tweaking your décor or going for a full revamp, you can invest in your home without breaking the bank.
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Go for a warm shade. Chair, £129.99
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STATEMENT PENDANTS Supersize and solo or a few in a row over a table or kitchen island works best.
Beehive pendants in hammered brass, £179 each, Pooky
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7 A range cooker A wish list
BANQUETTES Space-efficient seating for squeezing friends in, with classic diner-booth cosiness.
classic, along with pantries, dressing rooms and rolltops for those with space to spare.
3 Jute and sisal mats Practical with natural, rugged good looks.
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FALCONWARE Porcelain-fused steel makes for indestructible cookware that you can keep out on display.
Bake set, £79 for five pieces, Falcon Enamelware
Everhot 100 series range cooker, from £8,125, Everhot
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Afaw Berber style rug, from £99, La Redoute
BERBER RUGS Traditionally made by hand in North Africa, the Berber is more than a design statement, it’s a piece of design history and craftsmanship. The real deal will be sourced from Berber villages, or, you could fake it with La Redoute’s Afaw, which has become so Insta-famous, it has its own account.
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WILLOW HAMPERS So simple, so British, so damn useful… and still being made in Somerset.
9 An Eames chair Elegant, playful and smoothly versatile. Eames DSR plastic chair, £255, Heal’s
12 Skylights Because throwing more light onto a situation is never not a good idea.
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COSY THROWS EVERYWHERE Whether you’re working at the kitchen table or boxset bingeing on the sofa, the snuggle is real.
14 Exuberant floral prints Yes, we mean chintz. Love it or hate it, you can’t deny it’s pretty.
10 Mantel mirrors Choose a round or arched shape to soften the hard lines of the fire surround and chimney breast.
5 An inspiring workplace Defy the daily grind by surrounding yourself with furniture, colours and little details that keep you comfy, calm and positive.
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ANYTHING BY MORRIS & CO Work-of-art patterns that look as fresh now as they did when William Morris started it all. But, if the iconic Strawberry Thief and Willow Bough don’t float your boat, the very modern Pure collections will surprise you…
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GLASSWARE FOR EVERY TIPPLE Champagne flute, whisky tumbler, gin balloon… the right glass will turn a Friday night snifter into a satisfying ritual.
Golden Lily and Fruit, £90 a roll, Morris & Co at Wallpaper Direct
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A DINING SPACE TO ENTERTAIN IN Simple upgrades – a feature wall, a ‘wow’ pendant – will instantly switch it up from everyday family dining to a special occasion.
Keats pendant, £90; Arundel rectangular dining table, £1,695; Arundel bench, £455, all Neptune
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20 Rainfall showerheads Make showering as luxurious an experience as bathing (and quicker, if you’re in a hurry).
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FRAMED BLACK-ANDWHITE PHOTOS Hang in a grid for a graphic, goes-withanything gallery wall.
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AN ORGANISED PANTRY Whether you have a Downton-size walk-in or just a dry-goods cupboard, those rows of labelled jars elevate the everyday.
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to serve drinks, with ice and a slice, and a dash of trolley dolly glamour.
Stirling trolley, £299, Atkin and Thyme
wall Hang a matching set in a cluster for a pretty display.
not missing the spaghetti of speaker cables behind the sofa.
CLEAN WHITE WALLS A blank canvas for any number of beautiful possibilities.
19 Bar carts The civilised way
28 Plates hung on the
22 Wireless living We’re 25 A four-poster Dandelion Clocks, £56 a roll, Sanderson at Style Library
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DANDELION CLOCKS An iconic pattern that looks like a 1950s original but was designed in 2009. This crisp, stylised floral is so happy, but never loud.
Designs are simpler now for smaller spaces – but still have presence and a feeling of opulence.
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BUN HANDLES Handle trends change quickly, but the chunky, grippable bun is truly authentic.
27 24 The rule of three... or five It’s the simplest interior styling rule to remember – clusters in these numbers give visual balance.
CELERY VASES Basically the only shape you need – the flare makes any bunch sit beautifully every time. Starburst vase, £165, Waterford
Four poster iron canopy bed, £850, Rockett St George
29 The bean to cup Never before has truly great coffee been so easy.
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A WALL OF STORAGE Built-in or free-standing, traditional cabinetry or metal-framed and modern, wall units make the whole house function better.
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34 Adding an antique Not too Krallig basket, £10, Ikea
31 Baskets in all shapes and sizes Make every space better (not to mention tidier…).
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THE DUVET Ideal Home reported on the arrival of the ‘continental quilt’ in 1964, when Sir Terence Conran began importing them from Sweden for his store, Habitat. With so many fillings and thicknesses on offer, it has turned sleep into a science.
few, not too many. Use one to disrupt a contemporary scheme.
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FLEA MARKET TREASURES Nothing adds character to your home better than something with meaning. Whether you’re into kitchenalia, old clocks or pretty crocks, they’ll tell your story better than words will.
36 A place in the sun Every home should have a deck, terrace or patio in a yearround sunny spot.
33 Houseplants From mini cacti to frothy ferns, they freshen and fill any space with life.
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ENAMEL LIGHTING Authentic utility design that fits into any room scheme – from country to contemporary.
Volcano cushion, £39, Andrew Martin
38 Box hedging Box or privet, it gives gardens of any size a touch of tailored formality.
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A GARDEN HIDEAWAY Whether it’s your very own ‘she shed’, a needy veggie patch or just a deckchair in a quiet corner, it’ll become your favourite ‘room’.
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IKAT WEAVES The perfect mix of historic authenticity and modern graphic impact.
41 Painted floorboards Keep it simple for a rustic, pared-back vibe.
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A SOFA DESIGNED FOR LOUNGING Style is important, but comfort is king for the one you spend the most time on. Deep, springy and long enough to lay on are the tick points.
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A PROPER SCRUBBING BRUSH The low-tech solution for a spotless home (and it’ll look handsome on the utility shelf, too). Scrubbing brush, £2, Dunelm
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UNEXPECTED COLOUR A front door, a fireplace, the legs of a table, the downstairs loo… where will you put yours?
42 A styled shelf Shelves aren’t just for holding stuff, you know. They are part of the décor…
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A DRESSING ROOM Neat rows of shoes, a cubbyhole for every handbag and rails of clothes organised by colour… it’s a dream and it keeps bedrooms free of bulky wardrobes and chests of drawers.
44 Peonies Party dresses in flower form.
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SHAKER KITCHENS Originally designed by a religious sect akin to the Quakers, whose beliefs were reflected in their simple, minimalist and solidly made furniture. The framed door design works in all settings.
50 Blockstyle prints Their simplicity and subtle imperfections bring joy and authenticity to a space. Moonflower, £58m; Maja, £68m, both Susie Watson Designs
47 The Chesterfield Two hundred and seventy years young and still one of the most popular sofa styles.
Albert sofa, from £1,795, Rose & Grey
The Battersby, £115, Newgate World
51 Station clocks Strong,
simple styling means you can tell the time at a glance, even from a distance. Ideal for a large, open-plan space.
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SHEER CURTAINS From pretty, cafe-style nets to swept-back, full-length linen, alone or layered with heavy drapes, they finish any window simply and beautifully.
53 A pretty porch For kerb appeal, a place for boots and a real ‘welcome home’.
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A TIDY LINEN CUPBOARD Beautiful bedrooms begin with labelled shelves and bedding neatly stacked in matching sets.
55 The Pulley Maid The classic laundry rack for Victorian-style scullery chic in a utility room or kitchen.
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A HOTELSTYLE GUEST ROOM Junk-free, with crisp white linen, a choice of pillows and an extra blanket will keep them coming back.
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62 Butler sinks You don’t need to be Jeeves to appreciate their cool, ceramic simplicity and traditional solidity.
63 Camargue dining chair, £195, Oka
THE ANGLEPOISE Such elegance for something so functional. The real thing comes with a tiny spanner, so you have the satisfaction of self-assembly, too.
57 Bistro chairs Curvy, French and classic.
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SASSY TASSELS As a tie-back, guaranteed to give any curtain instant fabulousness.
59 Symmetrical pairs Side tables, lamps, armchairs, throw cushions… it just works.
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PAINTED FURNITURE Lets a classic piece evolve over time.
Anglepoise Original 1227 desk lamp, £199, Nest
65 Reading nooks A squashy armchair and a lovely lamp tucked into a quiet corner will give you a place to read, make lists, daydream…
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WINDOW SEATS There’s something romantic about a window seat. They suggest taking a moment to pause, sit and think… (plus, you can lift the lid and hide away the toys littering the floor).
FLATWEAVE RUGS Soft but sturdy underfoot for comfort and function.
67 Gallery walls Because that group of framed photos or favourite artwork tells your story.
68 Astoria Blue bath, £479.95, Victorian Plumbing
FEATURE WALLPAPER Speedy style for the time-poor statement maker. Interior designers sometimes say the feature wall is dead. We don’t believe them.
61 A roll-top bath You know you’re getting old when you choose to spend 69 Friday nights laying in your luxury roll- Flatscreen TVs top with a glass of wine. But not too old if you’re sharing it with your bae…
Remember that big box in the corner?
Artisan mixer, £399, KitchenAid
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KITCHENAID VS MAGIMIX Launched 101 years ago, the KitchenAid is the grande dame of countertop appliances and GBBO mixer of choice, doing battle with the cheeky upstart Magimix, which launched in 1963 but inspires loyalty from those who remember old models lasting so long they became beloved members of the family.
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A WOVEN CHAIR Rattan, cane, willow or Lloyd Loom paper will give any space texture and comfort you can easily pick up and move.
every busy woman needs to be able to shower and apply make-up without missing a beat.
72 Bulkhead lights Industrial, indestructible style for anywhere dust and moisture can get in.
Essence chandelier, £765, The French Bedroom Co
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HURRICANE LANTERNS The most stylish (not to mention safest) way to enjoy candlelit evenings indoors or out.
Artificial bay laurel tree, £217.99, Wayfair
81 Lollipop bay trees Perfect in pairs to frame an entrance, highlight a garden bench or even line a path.
enough to swing from Our favourite places for one? The Shaker peg rails Simple, hall, above a table, and the bathroom useful and pretty. Use them in multiples where there’s no space for a wardrobe. (yes, really).
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Oval brass bulkhead, £229, Davey Lighting
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A BAR FOR BREAKFAST (OR COCKTAILS) A place to come together on the fly or hang out and chat while dinner’s being prepared.
Full height pure hardwood shutters, from £250sq m, California Shutters
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A SPA-STYLE BATHROOM Not just a place to get clean – they can be a place to relax, destress and reconnect with yourself. Tudor braid, £47m, James Hare
73 Shutters Some people think they’re the ‘magnolia’ of the windowdressing world, but we think they’re simple, versatile, easy to clean and going nowhere.
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80 Haberdashery trims Nothing elevates a cushion or curtain like a cute fringe, ribbon or rickrack.
Old Havana tiles, both £70sq m Claybrook
82 Encaustic tiles The clay is coloured, not the glaze, for a hit of boldly pigmented pattern – from Moroccan stars to Victorian swirls.
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SOMETHING SPARKLY Because why have a room that’s simply stylish, when it can be fabulous, dahling?
1 0 0 Y E A RS O F ST Y LE Armchair in Rose velvet, £62m; curtain in For the Love of Rose, £59m, both Vanessa Arbuthnott
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ACCENT ARMCHAIRS An opportunity to indulge your wilder side – from plush velvet upholstery or a flamboyant print to a swathe of fancy fringing.
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CHARACTER-RICH FIREPLACES Made for intimate gatherings, whether the fire is lit or not.
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91 Trellis patterns One of the few designs that just don’t date.
Ticking stripe, £29.50m; Angus stripe, £47.50m, both Ian Mankin
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thin-stripe, woven country linen that looks at home in a contemporary space, too.
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PARQUET Wood flooring, but more interesting, thanks to the blocks’ subtle pattern.
88 An outdoor kitchen
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A DECADENT DRESSING TABLE A beautiful space to make yourself even more beautiful.
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UPHOLSTERED DINING CHAIRS You can’t expect guests to linger if they’re not sitting comfortably. The only choice for dinnerparty hosts. Just check their rear view before you buy! Torino chair with back ring, £119.99, My Furniture
95 Black accents Interior designers’ best kept secret for a smart, structured look.
Because cooking in the fresh air never feels like slaving over a hot stove.
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HYDRANGEAS Dried or freshly-cut, they soften hard lines and add colour with their frothy perfection.
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MOOD LIGHTING Keep pendants turned off and stick to several low-level lamps.
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CHECKS, GINGHAMS AND TARTANS Because it will always be hip to be square.
Walk in the Park, £65m, Jane Churchill Marietta lamp base, £60, John Lewis & Partners
97 Toile You can lose yourself in 100 this classic French Turned
90 A farmhouse table Life happens around tables like this, and the knocks and scratches only make the faded, scrubbed pine more characterful.
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A HALLWAY THAT SAYS ‘HELLO’ It’s not just a place for shoes and brollies – it should feel like a hug when you walk in and make you sigh with relief to be home.
pictorial pattern. Scullery kitchen table, £1,295, Loaf
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CLIMBING ROSES Cover everything in prettiness.
lamp bases Because simple, elegant woodworking doesn’t get old.
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Living the Cornish dream Jill Stein transformed a run-down cottage into a comfortable holiday home that’s idyllic in summer but a cosy retreat all year round
OUT-FACING UNITS Creates a place for tableware and cookbooks
Love JILL’S STYLE?
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Dining area ‘This space was originally a garage – we transformed it into a kitchen-diner. Crittall windows create a modern feel alongside the more rustic elements. The reclaimed beams are cosmetic, but look right,’ says Jill. BUY THE KEY PIECES For a similar table, try the Bordeaux oak dining table, £599, Oak Furnitureland. The Hans Wishbone dining chair, £119 each, Barker and Stonehouse is a match. City pendant lights, £79 each, PR Home
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Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom Victorian property comprising barns and a cottage, with later extensions. Jill bought the property in 2015.
“ Jill Stein, an interior designer and businesswoman, has three grown-up sons, Edward, Jack and Charlie.
I Take a quick tour...
LIVING ROOM KITCHEN
TV ROOM/ LIBRARY DINING ROOM
GROUND FLOOR
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
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I didn’t want a cold and clinical contemporary look. I want people to feel cosseted as soon as they walk in the door
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didn’t have the budget for a place with a sea view so I went inland,’ says Jill Stein. ‘Having worked on a number of client projects in the area, I knew the lay of the land well. This place was a wreck, but the right price, and it certainly ticked the “project” box! ‘Originally a Victorian barn and cottage with extensions, it was deceptively large once inside. It’s like a Tardis from the exterior; when you step inside, it goes on forever. It had been very neglected, so there was lots of work to be done, but I like a challenge. Instead of an architect, I enlisted the help of a friend, Tim Perring, who is a building contractor, and we worked out what to do by ourselves, taking decisions as we went along. ‘The original kitchen had been in the centre of the house, but I thought it would work better as a living room. It proved a bit of a challenge though. We put a Velux in the ceiling to bring in more light, but actually, I preferred the room being cosy. You don’t need to flood every room with light. I also installed a woodburner as most of the time we have cold weather and the design had to accommodate that. ‘I wanted the house to have a cottage feel, so the ceilings were opened up in many of the rooms and beams added to make it look older. Tim found the old beams used in the kitchen/dining area (which had originally been a garage), at a local reclamation yard. ‘The structural work took a couple of years, but the interior decor went smoothly and I’m thrilled with the end result. ‘I aimed to do what I felt would look right. I had lots of ideas and I poured them all into the house and garden. The garden is the first “room” you come to on your arrival – it’s all about expectations and the fragrance of plants is so important. It’s a small garden, but it gives as much joy as the interior of the house.’
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LED DOWNLIGHTERS Positioned around the ceiling to cast light onto the surfaces
Kitchen One of the reclaimed beams has been used as a shelf to display ceramics. ‘These plates were designed by my daughter-inlaw, Kate Stein.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Italian platters in Turquoise with White coral, £65 each, Rickstein.com
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WHITE QUARTZ TOPS A cool, contemporary contrast to all the rustic textures
Dining area
Kitchen
Blue accessories add a pop of colour and bring the corner of this neutral space to life. BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls painted in Shaded White estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. The Keats bamboo chair, £265 for two, Ezzo, is a match. The Wooden hanging fish bundle, £15, Notonthehighstreet.com, would work here
‘The kitchen was from a local company. The handle-free units create a streamlined look, but the woodgrain still feels warm and rustic.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Sherwood H kitchen, price on request, Iroka. White metro tiles, £20sq m, Topps Tiles. Luby reclaimed brick flooring, from £79sq m, Lubelska
I wanted the house to have “a cottage feel, so the ceilings were opened up in many of the rooms and beams added to make it look older
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Living room
AROUND-DOOR SHELVING Creates a feature and uses space efficiently
‘I made sure there are plenty of places to sit, to create an atmosphere where friends could gather and have drinks. So, as well as a large sofa in here, there are stools, an armchair and a window seat which makes the room feel more intimate.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES The Footdoggle footstool, from £375, Loaf, is a match. The Merlin solid oak side table, £105, La Redoute, is similar
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BARE-WOOD BEADING Makes the picture stand out more
Upstairs TV room Putting the TV up here keeps the downstairs living spaces more sociable. This space has a more informal look thanks to a slouchy modular sofa and quirky drum coffee table. BUY THE KEY PIECES The Mortimer four-seater modular sofa, £949, Made, is similar. Pepper cushion cover, £22, Linum. Eurus Rustic strip wall cladding, Havwoods
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TUCKED-IN DUVET Gives a neat, tailored look
Main bedroom
TV room
‘We opened up the ceilings in many of the rooms and used wood wall cladding to add a coastal vibe and disguise the unevenness of the walls.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES The Loire rattan bed, £599, Time 4 Sleep, is similar. Mackerel heads cushions, £42 each, Cream Cornwall. The Burbler armchair, £445, Loaf, would work here. Parlane carved round mirror, £225, Em Home
‘I used wooden flooring upstairs, which has stood up to wear and tear, and added wood-clad walls and ceilings as I was keen to create a traditional, rustic feel rather than a contemporary one.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls in Shaded White estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. The Albury cabinet, £1,050, One.World, is a match
just aimed to do what I “Ifelt would look right. I had lots of ideas and I poured them all into the house and garden
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OVERSIZED HEADBOARD Bold blue upholstery gives the neutral room a visual anchor
Bedroom
FEATURE VIVIENNE AYERS/LISA FAZZANI PHOTOGRAPHS POLLY ELTES PLANS AGENCY SERVICE
An antique armoire and French armchair add elegance that contrasts with the rougher, rustic elements. BUY THE KEY PIECES The Sienna chair, £945, Feather & Black, is a match. HomesDirect365’s French-style armoire, £790, would work here
Guest bedroom
Bathroom
This room’s Juliet balcony looks over the front garden. Jill has used a palette of off-white and navy for a relaxed, coastal feel. BUY THE KEY PIECES The herringbone throw, £35, Hug at Home, is similar. The Helford Scallop cushion, £39, Cream Cornwall, would work here
Wall cladding painted soft white and fixed horizontally makes the small room feel wider. A chunky piece of reclaimed wood creates a neat vanity countertop. BUY THE KEY PIECES The Arched mirror, £119.95, Melody Maison, has a similar look
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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Be prepared for ideas not working! We removed plaster from some of the walls to expose the stone, but it just didn’t work – the building wasn’t up to it
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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
PICK ÔNÕ MIX Go bespoke with customisable sofas from Swoon
(Clockwise, from this image) Seattle, from £1,349; Berlin, from £1,099; Aislinn, from £1,399; Alena, from £1,299, all Swoon
CUSTOM DESIGN Swoon’s easy-to-navigate website makes ordering your dream sofa a breeze. To get started, decide which style is best for you – take your pick from contemporary, Scandi, country and mid-century designs. Once you’ve picked a sofa that suits your interior, select the size you need to fit perfectly in your home. Choices range from cosy two seaters to larger corner styles that the whole family can fit on for
film nights. Next, really make your mark by selecting from one of more than 50 stunning curated fabrics. Choose from luxe velvets, comforting wool and cool cord in a variety of colours to suit your scheme. Then all that’s left to do is wait for your personalised sofa to arrive, put your feet up and enjoy!
STUDIO STYLE Designs from Swoon are both timeless and stylish – it’s the online furniture brand that employs skilled designers to create and make gorgeous pieces that you’ll want to keep forever. Unlike many expensive design studios, prices are kept low by eliminating middlemen and bricks-and-mortar shops, so you can spend less to create a beautiful and unique home. With a fabulous range of designs on offer, the Swoon Studio is the place to go to if you’re as home obsessed as we are.
FOR MORE INFORMATION... Choose your sofa fabric at swooneditions.com/bespoke
WORDS THEA BABINGTON-STITT
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hen it comes to furniture, we all want something that feels personal and represents our individual style, but that’s not easily done on a budget – until now, that is. Swoon’s online store has over 50 sofa styles to choose from and gives you the option to customise your favourite design in a fabric and colour you love, meaning you’ll get the look, shape and fabric you want for your home.
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Make it work for you JILL’S STYLE: RELAXED NAUTICAL
Shiplap walls and driftwood furniture fits the coastal theme perfectly. Complete this look with beach-inspired accessories
IDEAL
BEACH VIBE Fish shoal, £30, The Contemporary Home
GREAT DEAL
SHELF LIFE Shoal of fish, £12.95, Live Laugh Love
GRAND ACCENT Moor tall mirror, £275, Cox & Cox
FEATURE JESSICA TAVERNER
LOOKING GOOD Tipperary mirror, £350, Oka
OCEAN VIEW Blue Coral cushion, £53.25, Fab Funky Cushions at Etsy
COOL COASTAL Scallop on Grey cushion, £29.99, Perkins & Morley
ICONIC DESIGN Wishbone chair in oiled beech by Carl Hansen & Son, £443, Heal’s
CASUAL AESTHETIC Orwell table lamp with shade, £85.99, Wayfair
BLUESTONE TOP Evett cabinet, £1,490, India Jane
SITTING PRETTY Hans Wishbone dining chair, £159, Barker and Stonehouse
ROPE DETAIL Small Buoy lamp with shade, £47, Batela
SOFT GRAIN Amelie sideboard, £419, Dunelm
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HISTORY REPEATING
The new generation of updated archive wallpapers are a fail-safe way to add ageless pattern and authenticity to contemporary spaces
Boost a feature wall by adding cushions in matching fabric
Romantic revival This design of songbirds perched on branches is all about elevated elegance. Disrupt it with distressed furniture for a rough-luxe look.
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THIS PAGE Chiswick Grove wallpaper in Silver, ÂŁ72 a roll, Sanderson at Style Library
Georgian scrolls This pattern, recreated from a National Trust original, has been scaled down for smaller spaces. Offset the busyness with pared-back furniture.
Combine a paler colour for skirting with a darker one for the window frame
THIS PAGE Stag Trail Sky wallpaper, ÂŁ94 a roll; skirting in James intelligent eggshell, ÂŁ66 for 2.5ltr, both Little Greene
Rustic charm This distinctive owl design paper, inspired by an embroidered bedcover from 1905, gets a modern-country twist teamed with clean-lined, contemporary wooden furniture.
Pick out a deep colour from the wallpaper to paint below a dado rail
THIS PAGE Melsetter Newill wallpaper in Indigo/Saffron, ÂŁ99 a roll, Morris & Co; wall in Cadet Blue active emulsion, ÂŁ47 for 2.5ltr, Sanderson, both Style Library
STYLE & DECOR
THIS PAGE Alicia wallpaper, £50 a roll, Borastapeter
Simple window treatments let a wallpaper be the star
Scandi classic Lift a neutral scheme with a traditional botanical print. The earthy colours add wow to white furnishings and furniture. IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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STYLE & DECOR
THIS PAGE Honeysuckle & Tulip wallpaper, £84 a roll, Morris & Co at Style Library. The M headboard, from £1,330, By Thornam
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Arts & cra fts Use a historic William Morris print in dark tones to create a cosy look. Choose a modern bed to turn traditional on its head.
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Plain furniture and bedding balance out an ornate wallpaper pattern
Textural trellis Inspired by a Renaissance pattern, this complex but muted design is subtle enough for a modern room.
Use a peg rail as a dado, painted in a matching neutral
THIS PAGE Rosenvinge Anno wallpaper, ÂŁ64 a roll, Borastapeter
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CONTEMPORARY CHANDELIER Contrasts with the property’s original features
Living room Painting the walls, ceiling, fireplace, shelving and trims all one colour helps to unify the space and allows colourful details to stand out. BUY THE KEY PIECES Spider pendant ceiling light in brass, ÂŁ449, Dwell
Embracing the dark side
Moving to this house triggered a switch in Suszi Saunders from a dependence on bland magnolia interiors to a passion for moody, dramatic colour
REAL HOME
Hallway Industrial-style internal doors let light flow between the hallway and living room, as well as the playroom opposite. A vintage chandelier creates a focal point: ‘I find them at reclamation yards and have them restored and rewired,’ says Suszi. BUY THE KEY PIECES Vigo tiles, £3.96 each, Bert & May. Alfred sofa, £1,710, Sweetpea & Willow
PARQUET FLOORING Adds warmth and works with the brass details
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Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom two-storey Victorian terraced house in southeast London, bought in 2016.
THE VALUE Similar properties in the area go for around £750,000. Suszi Saunders, a hypnotherapist, and her husband Nat, a writer, live here with their sons Teddy, six and Huck, 18 months.
S Take a quick tour... MAIN BEDROOM
BEDROOM
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BATHROOM
FIRST FLOOR
KITCHEN-DINER
LOUNGE
SITTING ROOM
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Our stuff looks so much more impressive against the dark, inky wall colours
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uszi Saunders and her husband Nat moved with their toddler son, Teddy, to this double-fronted house in London’s Corbett Estate from a cramped flat in nearby Lewisham. ‘I’d wanted to take on a wreck, but Nat was worried it would be hellish to live in while doing it up. And he had a point. So what we got instead was something cosmetically bland, with holes in the walls and a gross, studenty kitchen. Not a wreck, but still with plenty for me to do! The house was wide but not deep, but there was room to push out into the garden. ‘With the help of Minifie Architects (minifiearchitects. co.uk) we knocked two reception rooms and a galley kitchen into one big living room, incorporating tall steel and glass doors to the hall, and built an extension at the back to house a new kitchen, dining and family space. I didn’t used to be into interiors at all,’ says Suszi. ‘I just didn’t get it, and used to be very boring and magnolia in my choices. My husband Nat was always the creative one and I had yet to find anything I felt a real passion for. But when I discovered interior designer Abigail Ahern, I had a moment! I fell deeply in love with the boldness of her style. And then after trawling through Instagram, I found a whole family of like-minded, inky-hue advocates. So, moving into this house, I’ve gone for an all-dark scheme throughout. ‘I’m always on the lookout for pre-loved pieces or salvaged finds for the house. I scour local reclamation yards for antique chandeliers and light fittings and I stalk eBay for pieces to upcycle. It’s become a bit of an obsession! I’d never felt that excited about anything until I had that first proper browse of other people’s dark and moody homes. And now, other people seem to be loving my Instagram posts, so I must be doing something right!’
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I scour reclamation yards for antique chandeliers and light fittings, and I stalk eBay for pieces to upcycle
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Immersive colour on every surface works in a clutter-free space like this, where a rustic step stool and vase of faux flowers is all that’s needed to create drama. BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls, floor and ceilings painted in Railings modern emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Faux flowers, from a selection, Abigail Ahern
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Kitchen-diner Polished concrete floors, exposed brick and a zinc tabletop give the room industrial style. ‘I wanted something metallic for the sides of the island and found these fantastic tin tiles that add texture like a classic New York bar.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Traditional tin tiles, £24 each, Rockett St George
Love SUSZI’S STYLE?
Turn to page 111 to shop the look
SUPERSIZE CHANDELIER Cuts through the industrial look with vintage glamour
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Seating area One end of the kitchen-diner is devoted to a cosy seating area, making it a sociable, live-in room. Suszi had the sofa re-upholstered with foam instead of feathers, to fit her vegan lifestyle. BUY THE KEY PIECES Doze Blue velvet sofa, from £1,990, Graham and Green. Aztec pompom cushion, £40, Monsoon Home. Vendome Black convex mirror, £220, Maisons du Monde
I didn’t used to be into “ interiors at all. I just didn’t get it, and used to be very boring and magnolia in my choices
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CONVEX MIRROR Boosts light levels in a dark colour scheme
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PAINTED SHELF Blends in so the plants can be the stars
Main bedroom Texture is king, with reclaimed wood, washed linen, tufted details and zingy green foliage creating a comfortable and positive mood. BUY THE KEY PIECES Linen duvet cover, £250, Merci. Sonoma bedside table, £249, Swoon. The West Elm faux trailing plant, £22, John Lewis & Partners is a match
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Main bedroom This characterful vintage-style chest is the hero of this space, with flat black walls and flooring drawing out its colour and imperfections. Gilt mirrors lift the room with a little polish. BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls, floor and ceilings painted in Railings modern emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball Lijang Peacock chest, £1,675, Graham and Green
ROUND MIRROR Softens the room’s straight lines
PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
MEET OUR STYLE HERO
Scintillia in Teal, £19.99 a roll, Wallpaperdirect
MELANIE ADAMS The creative genius behind Wallpaperdirect and Albany
Albany Vinyl Matt in Memory Lane, £23.40 for 2.5ltr, Brewers Decorator Centre
Albany Vinyl Matt in Adam, £23.40 for 2.5ltr, Brewers Decorator Centre
WHERE TO BUY
View and buy wallpapers online at wallpaperdirect. com. For paint, visit your local Brewers Decorator Centre or buy online at brewers.co.uk
WORDS JUDY JOHNSON
Melanie Adams has worked for Albany for 25 years and curates the wallpaper and paint collections. She lives in Eastbourne with her husband Mark. What was your career journey? I’ve always had a passion for interiors and started working with Albany in 1995. It’s a great privilege to work with a brand with such a rich history and heritage. In 1999, we launched Wallpaperdirect and its been amazing to see the popularity of wallpaper grow over the past 20 years. Describe a typical day’s work. You’ll often find me in our wallpaperladen office with my colleague Alice Bell, working through Albany samples and deliberating over the finer details. What do you enjoy about your job? I love collaborating with designers. In the past year, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Morris & Co, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Prestigious for Wallpaperdirect exclusives. We’ve also just worked on a fabulous new collaboration with Mini Moderns in celebration of 100 years of Albany. What’s your top decorating tip? Always get a sample to ensure you’re happy with how the paint or wallpaper looks – you’ll be surprised how the colour can change with different light.
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FROSTED GLASS Gives privacy but still lets in plenty of light
Downstairs loo Try a print for light relief. The exotic palm wallpaper in the downstairs loo makes a fun and unexpected contrast to the dark block colours used elsewhere. BUY THE KEY PIECES Babylon wallpaper, £185 a roll, House of Hackney. Tala marble shelf with Gold brackets, £115, Graham and Green. Vigo tiles, £3.96 each, Bert & May
FEATURE RUTH CORBETT, LISA FAZZANI PHOTOGRAPHS PAUL RAESIDE PLANS AGENCY SERVICE
Bathroom Counter dark tones with lighter touches. The enveloping paint coverage in the bathroom is relieved by touches of gilt, glass and greenery, together with the black and white floor tiles in a traditional pattern that gives a nod to the property’s Victorian heritage. BUY THE KEY PIECES Walls and ceilings painted in Railings modern emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Salcombe bath, £1,225, Cast Iron Bath Company. Devonstone ceramic floor tiles, £34.99sq m, Tiles Direct
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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Creating vegan interiors can be challenging, but it is possible. It informs every purchase, so it’s been a steep learning curve doing up a house with that mindset. It means no silk, leather or wool, so I had to either get rid of things or reupholster them with fabric and foam filling instead of feathers
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15% off
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Make it work for you SUSZI’S STYLE: CONSIDERED ECLECTIC MY GO-TO STORES…
For maximum drama and a cohesive feel, paint the walls and ceiling in the same bold, inky hue
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IAN SNOW Colourful pieces with an emphasis on recycled materials.
Glass doors help give the house more of an open-plan feel
GRAND STATEMENT Stately Empire chandelier, £1,165, Sweetpea & Willow
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ONE OFF TO 25 Great for finding cool original art.
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ROCKETT ST GEORGE I bought my tin tiles from here, as well as many accessories.
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SMITH AND WARES I love the bold prints. SHOWSTOPPING DESIGN Babylon wallpaper in Blush, £125 a roll, House of Hackney
FRESH ADDITION Chinese money plant, £15; curve clay planter, £12, both Leaf Envy
VINTAGE BOHEMIAN Scarf print cushion, £7, George Home
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STYLIST’S NOTE
Bring inky walls to life with an oversized mirror and shiny brass accessories – these high-sheen touches will bounce light around JESSICA TAVERNER, INTERIOR STYLIST
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HANDCRAFTED Shoreline jug, £10, French Connection Home
EASY ENTERTAINING Little Soak drinks trolley, £375, Loaf TIMELESS STYLE Thurloe sofa in Slumber Indigo, £2,849, V&A x Sofa Workshop
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MARCH 1935 Eighty-five years on, this cover-star house still looks contemporary
100 YEARS OF INSPIRING HOMES Since 1920, Ideal Home has showcased stylish properties that celebrate interesting architecture and interiors, and give a snapshot of the tastes of the nation. Here are a few favouritesÉ
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March 1959 THE MURIAL FAMILY’S BUNGALOW, SURREY Winner of Ideal Home’s House of the Year award in 1959 this ‘excitingly planned’ home cost £3,750 to build.
glass frontage paves the way “forThis all the fully glazed extensions that are hugely popular today ” GINEVRA BENEDETTI, ASSOCIATE EDITOR
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January 1959 PRINCIPAL’S LODGE, NEWNHAM COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGE This new home was built as a private residence for Newnham College Principal, Ruth Cohen. The interior decoration and furnishings were supervised by the architect’s wife, Dilys Osman, who used three items from the College’s early Japanese art collection as the starting point for her elegant colour scheme.
This scheme was “working the ‘pops
of colour’ trend way before it became a decorating standby. A single pop of vibrant yellow gives this otherwise neutral room real wow-factor
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April 1959 PETER MORO’S HOME, LONDON This smart and functional living space was part of an open-plan house.
Multifunctional “furniture that works
for storage or display, and can double up as a room divider is perfect for open-plan living. The statement sideboard is still very much a furniture staple in today’s interiors
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May 1993 CHRISTINE & CHRISTOPHER PATRICK’S LONDON HOME This couple’s home was all about displaying their collection of Carlton Ware china.
a collection and displaying it “all Taking in one area adds visual impact to any space. This wall-hung shelving is perfect for a hallway as it frees up floor space ”
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January 1921 COTTAGE IN SPETCHLEY, WORCESTER In 1921, Ideal Home was impressed by the diamondpatterned timbers on the gable of this property.
this cottage was on the market today, “I’dIfsnap it up with its pretty timber details and lush climbers ”
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April 1960 THE MULTONS’ HOME, WORCESTERSHIRE Architect Leonard Multon designed a home for his family with the aim of maximising natural light.
just love how the wallpaper frames “theI double doors and complements the wallpaper in the room beyond ” VANESSA RICHMOND, EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
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November 1977 THE GREYS’ COUNTRY HOME, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE On the hunt for a country home, the Greys spotted a crumbling old property, which they demolished, and built a steel and glass house in its place.
use of glass and steel gives “thisThehouse a sexy 1970s vibe that’s still in demand today ”
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February 1993 THE BURRELL FAMILY’S GEORGIAN HOME, EAST LOTHIAN After taking on the house as a restoration project, the Burrells’ gave the property's kitchen a classic Scandi-country look.
blue “andThiswhiteclassic colour combination, teamed with an antique wooden table and pretty gingham check curtains, is a thoughtful, understated reimagining of Georgian style that suits the age of the house
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February 1960 BERNARD STERN’S PICCADILLY FLAT, LONDON Artist and businessman Bernard displayed his art on the walls of his bold living room.
This living room “oozes confidence with its striking palette of primary colours. Classic mid-century furniture is all about thin profiles, tapered legs and clean lines that work together to create an uncluttered sense of space
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SUSIE And the creative geniuses behind Next’s home range Susie is design manager for Next Home & Beauty, she leads a team of talented designers, working with them to develop new products. What was your career journey? I studied textile design at Glasgow School of Art, then worked for several fashion brands before later transitioning to interiors. Describe a typical day’s work. It is busy, but exciting and varied – I’ll often be looking at designs, discussing a painting technique or looking at vintage textiles. Plus, I have lots of meetings to talk about product, photography, and styling. What has been your proudest moment? How my team has worked through recent times – innovating, adapting and communicating. Our latest book is fantastic; we strived to make sure we have the widest choice in product, colour and style to suit a range of budgets. Where do you find your inspiration? Everywhere. Travel is normally my go-to, but it’s amazing how we are being inspired by our new lifestyle. What’s your top trend tip for 2021? I think we will fall in love again with British style – think Cotswolds charm and eclectic country houses.
Houghton open ended chaise in Tweedy Blend Oyster, £2,075, Next
Striped ceramic jug, £14, Next Teal bobble cushion, £14, Next
Ella accent chair, £135, Next
Logan dinnerware in Teal Reactive, £40 for 12-piece set, Next
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THE COLOUR EDIT
TERRACOTTA This month, our colour consultants give their views on this delicious shade and how best to use it for a beautiful home
An earthy, pink-tinted orange will add a natural flush of colour in a sun-filled room or make a lightstarved one feel cosy and comforting. Modern brass accessories will bring out the richness in the pigment. For a similar wall colour, try Copper Blush matt emulsion, ÂŁ16 for 2.5ltr, Dulux
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WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY... Designers and stylists share their views
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■ ‘In nature, we often see terracotta boldly contrasting vibrant greens,’ says Jane Rockett, founder of Rockett St George. ‘Do this with accents such as houseplants, Tamegroute pottery or a green jute rug – or you could paint your doors and frames in a silky woodland-green tone. The contrast is spectacular and reminds me of the painted buildings in the souks of Marrakech.’ ■ ‘Use darker shades in north-facing rooms and more watered-down versions in south-facing ones where the light has had a chance to reflect back,’ advises Irene Gunter of Gunter & Co Interiors. ‘It’s best to embrace the darkness in north-facing rooms to create cosy, inviting spaces.’ ■ ‘Terracotta can be paired with warm metals to add an extra layer of sophistication, or with pale marbles for a crisp contemporary look,’ says Roselind Wilson of Roselind Wilson Design. ‘These striking finishes showcase the versatility of terracotta, adding a sense of depth as well as warmth and character to a space.’ ■ ‘The palette has moved on from the stippled paint-effect Tuscany style of the nineties,’ says Tor Vivian of Tor Interiors. ‘Update it with dove grey, or stronger colours like teal, black and white for a warm space with graphic accents.’ ■ ‘An earthy palette like this lends itself to lots of natural texture, so accessorise with linens, weaves, velvets and rough artisan ceramics,’ says Nicky Phillips, decorating editor, Ideal Home. ■ ‘Whites work well with it, creating a glamorous, 1960s vibe – especially if you use white walls with a terracotta-coloured floor,’ suggests paint and colour expert Annie Sloan. ‘I also love teaming blue-grey with terracotta; it contrasts beautifully to create a delicious, juicy contrast.’ ■ ‘Terracotta transcends the lifestyle of the Mediterranean,’ says Thomas Griem of TG Studio. ‘If teamed with pastels, I would use a dark shade to create a strong base. When using it with bold colours, a very light shade can become the mortar, patching the colours like tiles in a mosaic.’
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These warm tones work well in kitchens and family areas. Rust shades will bring lustre to cool, north-facing rooms and lift the cool light NICKY PHILLIPS, DECORATING EDITOR.
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THE EDIT: TOP TERRACOTTAS
BEST FOR TONAL SCHEMES Emanuella matt emulsion, £37 for 2.5ltr, Rockett St George
BEST FOR PAIRING WITH NEUTRALS Beetlenut pure flat emulsion, £50 for 2.5ltr, Paint & Paper Library
BEST FOR A RESTFUL SCHEME Terracotta Warrior matt emulsion, £45 for 2.5ltr, Fired Earth
BEST FOR MED-STYLE WARMTH Flower Pot claypaint, £45 for 2.5ltr, Earthborn
BEST FOR A SHADY ROOM Heat absolute matt emulsion, £47 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene
BEST FOR SMALL SPACES Spicy Paprika flat matt emulsion, £29.16, Dulux
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INTERIOR DESIGN ADVICE
HOW TO CREATE A HOME WITH LONGEVITY Fast fashion is over and a new age of considered purchase is beginning. We’ve gathered our favourite talking heads of the interiors world to get their opinions on style that never goes out of style, to help you buy once and buy well
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THE FURNITURE DESIGN GURU Elena Paparozzi from Heal’s has these insights: n I’d recommend investing in key pieces – such as a really beautiful dining table, or bedroom furniture – which will last you for years. Trend-led pieces are great updates and can then be changed as your taste evolves. Using accessories, such as cushions and art, offers a simple way to add colour and give a nod to certain trends, without investing significantly. n Quality materials, such as solid wood or ceramic, will never go out of style, so are worth investing in. A ceramic-topped dining table would stand up to the wear and tear of busy family life, while still looking good. Invest in well-made pieces that will look good for years. n Pair vintage or heirloom pieces with something that’s more contemporary – it’s a great way to inject your individual personality into a room, while demonstrating an awareness of style that lasts. LONG-LASTING DESIGN ‘Choose what you like and not what you think other people would like,’ says Bhavin. Shutters in Silk White, from £379sq m, Hillarys
MODERN CLASSIC ‘A four-poster is a timeless buy for a modern bedroom,’ says Elena. Marlow four-poster king-size bed by Tim Rundle, £2,499, Heal’s
THE WINDOW DRESSING EXPERT Bhavin Taylor of Bhavin Taylor Design reveals this insider know-how: n Window treatments can be expensive, so choose wisely and think long term, rather than treat them as a fashion accessory to change up frequently. n When it comes to longevity, there’s no simple answer to choosing shutters, blinds or curtains – it all depends on your interior and the style of your home as to what will suit best. It’s your home and it should reflect you and your personality – that’s how to get a look that lasts for you. n Choosing a pattern for curtains or blinds needn’t be daunting. For those of you taking
your first pattern step, choose a pattern that you love, and try to keep the colour palette of the pattern to just one or two colours, so it doesn’t become too specific to your current interior, allowing you to ring the changes without changing the curtains or blinds. n If you can afford it, go for made-to-measure when it comes to curtains or blinds. Treat them as an investment and get them made by a good curtain maker. There is nothing nicer than a hand-sewn or hand-finished pair of curtains that have been made for the specific dimensions of your window.
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THE KITCHEN EXPERT John Sims-Hilditch from Neptune has this advice: n Timelessness is down to the quality of the materials and craftsmanship. To me, that’s proper timber and tried-andtested joinery techniques. You can always repaint your cabinets and change your kitchen’s look. n Black granite might be one of the most common worktop choices, but with good reason – it’s naturally hard-wearing, the colour and pattern disguise any marks it does get, and, being a natural stone, it’s full of variation. n Brass and bronze taps will make a real statement, but a chrome tap in a classic style will never feel dated. Likewise, for handles, black-bronze is one of our most popular finishes. Hardware is the best place to experiment as it’s simple to change in years to come. n Islands have been a feature of our kitchens since the mid-20th century, when open-plan living first became popular, so they’ve proved their staying power already. If you are unsure, try a free-standing option. Don’t discount the dining table though, we’re seeing a return to the large, farmhouse-style table as the centre of kitchen life lately, especially in smaller kitchens that can’t fit an island and a table.
NATURAL MATERIALS ‘There’s something about the heritage of natural wood that passes the test of time. Team with painted cabinets for contrast and modernity,’ says John. Henley kitchen, from £14,000, Neptune
THE FLOORING EXPERT Carla Chases of Carla Designs recommends these designs:
HERITAGE LOOK ‘There are so many wonderful takes on the traditional herringbone,’ says Carla. Kahrs oak chevron wood flooring, £119.99sq m, Carpetright
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n The best choice for long life and enduring style, for me, has always been a beautiful wooden floor. It is timeless and can work equally well in a living room with rugs on top as much as in a utility room. Therefore, as rooms change their use over the years, a wooden floor can accommodate those changes. The right choice of wooden floor can also highlight the period, style and scale of a house beautifully, to give a nod to the era they were birthed in. n The only rooms that should ever be carpeted downstairs are reception rooms and, even then, I think a wooden floor with rugs
would still be a more preferable choice 90% of the time. Upstairs, however, and in hallways and on stairs, carpet is a lovely flooring choice, giving that warm, soft feel underfoot and helping to keep the space as cosy as possible. n I’m a huge fan of sisal – it’s a wonderful alternative to beige and grey carpets. It comes in a range of patterns and can be a very stylish and hard-wearing choice. n Herringbone is a very popular laying pattern for wood – it’s been around for decades and decades and is as popular now as it’s ever been. Try larger herringbone planks for a more modern feel.
STYLE & DECOR THE WALLPAPER AND PAINT EXPERT Ruth Mottershead from Little Greene advises this: n Consider the function and orientation of each room when choosing colour. Creating continuity also means thinking about how a space is used to build a versatile palette with longevity. Focus on choosing specific colours for the atmosphere you want, not current trends, then relate these tones subtly from room to room. n Some of the oldest colours on our colour card remain the most loved. Celestial Blue is a beautiful soft hue, which is popular for front doors and originates from 1807. French Grey is actually a Victorian tone. Blue and grey are colours
that we feel comfortable with and have a lovely history to them. n When it comes to choosing a wallpaper that you’ll love for years, start by finding a few designs that you really like. The right design will please your eyes and mind every time you look at it. n Our wallpaper collections are all drawn from history. We have just launched the National Trust Papers, a book made up of patterns spanning 300 years, which have been coloured in both classic and contemporary colourways. Florals, birds and stripes are common wallpaper themes that have – and will – stand the test of time. CHOOSE CAREFULLY ‘Focus on choosing specific colours for the atmosphere you want, not current trends,’ says Ruth. Inox absolute matt emulsion, £47 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene, is a match
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THE BATHROOMS EXPERT
FLEXIBLE DESIGN
Busola Evans, interiors editor, gives these tips: n Coloured sanitaryware is becoming increasingly popular and is great for adding personality. But it is an expensive purchase if you are likely to go off it after a few months. Ask yourself if the colour you are tempted by is one readily found in other areas of your home – or even in your wardrobe. If it is, the chances are it’s a colour you will love long-term. n Brassware is not an area to scrimp on; we use a bathroom tap up to 20 times a day, so the better quality you buy, the longer it will last. A modern tap with a nod to traditional style looks great in most bathrooms, and for finish, brass is a classic style that won’t date, and the patina
looks better with age. Black is increasingly popular and is likely to have lasting power because of its versatility with modern and classic style bathrooms. n Metro-style tiles are classic and unlikely to date. But if you want something less ubiquitous, change the layout from brick to chevron or herringbone. The key element to choosing a tile that survives the trends is selecting a shape, colour or style that you know you’ll always love regardless. n Industrial-style shower screens look great and will continue to be popular for a long time yet. But what we will see is a variation of glass, so more frosted, textured and fluted versions.
‘Break up an open-plan space with pocket walls or internal windows, allowing you to use the space much more flexibly,’ says Claire
For a timeless “ bathroom, it is important
EASY UPDATE ‘Create a look that won’t date by keeping sanitaryware white, but changing easy things like the wall colour,’ says Busola. Winchester bath, from £1,899, CP Hart
not to follow a trend that’s likely to go out of fashion the following year; choose classic designs with neutral colours and clean minimal lines
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STYLE & DECOR THE SPACEPLANNING EXPERT Claire Lloyd of Homebuilding & Renovating shares this expertise: n We’re continuing to see a move away from complete open-plan interiors, with the broken-plan concept gaining in popularity. This sees devices, such as pocket doors, provide flexibility to open up areas for entertaining, or to close them off for more privacy as and when required. n Our homes have never been so important, and we’re beginning to appreciate the role that they play when it comes to our wellbeing. Introducing natural light and creating a better connection between home and garden – which doesn’t just mean large sliding doors, but perhaps adding roof lights to provide a glimpse of the sky or framing a view with cleverly placed windows – can help benefit our wellbeing. n If you are taking on a large renovation project, future-proof your home by installing a wired infrastructure (namely data cabling) or introducing wireless access points. This will ensure you have reliable Wi-Fi to support wireless smart tech or homeworking throughout your property. n Remodelling an existing box room or ‘borrowing’ space from an adjacent bedroom can be a great way of adding an en-suite or dressing area to a main bedroom, without extending. If, however, you plan to move on in the near future, it’s wise to retain the same number of bedrooms to ensure resale value.
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MEET THE PROFESSIONALS… ELENA PAPAROZZI, SENIOR FURNITURE & BRANDS BUYER FOR HEAL’S (HEALS.COM)
Heal’s has always supported great design, championing and commissioning emerging talent since 1810. JOHN SIMS-HILDITCH, CO-FOUNDER OF NEPTUNE (NEPTUNE.COM) Specialising
in made-to-measure cabinetry from its Wiltshire-based
workshop, as well as furniture and home accessories.
Homebuilding & Renovating team for over a decade.
BUSOLA EVANS, ASSOCIATE EDITOR & SUPPLEMENTS EDITOR Interiors journalist,
CARLA CHASES, INTERIOR DESIGNER AND OWNER OF CARLA DESIGNS (CARLADESIGNS.CO.UK)
working on our sister titles, Livingetc and Homes & Gardens. CLAIRE LLOYD, EDITOR OF HOMEBUILDING & RENOVATING Renovation
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Colour and pattern lover, winner of The Evening Standard Home Design Awards, 2019.
Family-run business, offering bespoke, high-end interior design.
RUTH MOTTERSHEAD, MARKETING DIRECTOR AT LITTLE GREENE (LITTLEGREENE.COM)
BHAVIN TAYLOR, INTERIOR DESIGNER AND OWNER OF BHAVIN TAYLOR DESIGN
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A PERFECT FIT EVERY TIME
Hillarys fun new fabric range gave TV presenter AJ Odudu the chance to fill her home with exotic patterns and bold colours
FINDING A FABRIC Inspired by the spirit of Ibiza with a mix of ikat prints, zebra stripes and jungle cat patterns, along with plain fabrics in sun-drenched, joyful Mediterranean hues, the new designs can be turned into made-to-measure Roman blinds and curtains, as well as coordinating cushion
covers. AJ chose bold patterns for her windows, turning each one into a feature. ‘Chris offered me really good practical tips, like how to hang my Roman blinds so that I can still see my beautiful original window framing,’ she says. A QUALITY LOCAL SERVICE Whether you have large windows like in AJ’s period property, or smaller shapes and sizes, your local advisor will measure up for you to ensure a perfect finish. Each advisor has plenty of experience in transforming homes and they come well equipped with lots of practical advice and style tips to ensure you get the best possible choice and fit for your windows. MEASURED, MADE AND FITTED All of Hillarys’ fabrics are rigorously tested to ensure they stand the test of time, and once your order is ready,
your advisor will be on hand to take care of the fitting, at a time that suits you. ‘When Chris came to fit the blinds, he steamed them and made them look absolutely pristine,’ says AJ. ‘My home is looking really wonderful now, even if I do say so myself!’
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assionate about pattern and crazy for colour? Then the new range of fabrics from Hillarys is likely to make your heart sing. It certainly did for TV presenter AJ Odudu, who couldn’t wait to add those all-important finishing touches to her new London flat. ‘When Chris, my Hillarys advisor, came round, I couldn’t believe the choice of fabrics,’ says AJ. ‘The advisor will visit your home with all the samples, so you get to see the collection in your own space, which really helps you make the correct decision.’
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Rooms with a view Building their own home on an elevated plot meant that Kirsi and Janne Kemppainen designed the interiors to frame and complement its panoramic views, not compete with them
Kitchen-diner The trick to making the simple, monochrome dĂŠcor work was adding a mix of interestingly shaped furniture, like this loop-leg table and mismatched dining chairs. BUY THE KEY PIECES Muuto 70/70 XL dining table, ÂŁ1,749, Made in Design
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Welcome to my home
THE PROPERTY A four bedroom contemporary wooden house in Porvoo, Finland, built in 2016.
Kirsi Kemppainen, who works in retail, lives here with husband Janne, an infrastructure specialist, and their children Aaro, 15, Elias, 12, and Siiri, seven.
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I love the peaceful and cosy atmosphere here. After a stressful day at work, it’s so nice to come back to such a calming home
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aving built their own home in 2007, Kirsi and Janne Kemppainen craved another project. ‘I found this plot with planning permission, a 45-minute drive from our jobs in Helsinki,’ says Kirsi. ‘It was at the end of a high cliff road and we fell in love with the amazing views.’ Janne works in construction, so drew up plans for a 150sqm house. ‘We didn’t want to do it all ourselves, so we used a company which prefabricated the walls. We wanted a single-storey black wood house to blend into the landscape and created a wish list based on what we’d learned from our previous build. The most important thing was positioning the house so the living and dining areas had countryside views. Our children have their own kingdom on the other side of the house, with a living room between their bedrooms which is screened off by double doors. So, although we’re together a lot in the open-plan areas, everyone has their own retreat.’ The couple also built a sauna in a separate outbuilding. ‘Just a few steps across the terrace and we’re in a different world.’ The one-year build was on schedule and on budget. ‘It was stressful, but we got the house we wanted. It’s not too fancy, but suits our family. Although it has black window frames and black wooden cladding, it’s very light inside.’ Kirsi opted for an interior she describes as ‘modern hygge’. She says, ‘I learned that simple is beautiful. I didn’t want it to be clinical or monochrome, so I’ve given it a cosy feeling with soft furnishings, rugs, lighting and artwork.’ Although the couple dream of a holiday cottage by the sea one day, they consider this their forever home. ‘My most cherished memory is the day of the move, when we finally got to carry our things inside. It feels like we’ve always lived here now.’
INSET EXTRACTOR Flush to the ceiling for uninterrupted sightlines
Kitchen-diner To add interest to the monochrome palette, Kirsi added gold pendant lights and mixed up three different styles of dining chair. BUY THE KEY PIECES Artek Domus chairs, £654 each; Muuto Visu chairs, £269 each, both Nest. Muuto Fiber chair, £196, Nunido
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LOOKTHROUGH FIREPLACE Keeps the two spaces open and connected
‘The bank of tall units holds appliances and frees up space for work surfaces elsewhere’
Open-plan living space Kirsi and Janne carefully considered the views from one space to another when designing the interior. BUY THE KEY PIECES Fes extra large rug, £649, Made, is similar
Kitchen sink ‘I chose marble worktops to offset the black base units,’ says Kirsi. ‘There are no wall units to keep it looking sleek and simple.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Oak wood round tray, £20, John Lewis & Partners, is a match. Try the Scandinavian Black and White tea towel, £12, Andshine Designs
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Kitchen ‘I like our fixed windows the most,’ says Kirsi. ‘They were designed so there was no need for mouldings around them.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES By Rydéns Bazar wall lamp, £96, Nordic Nest. Try the tree slice stool, £65, Amara. Dhurrie stripe rug, £117, Rug Vista, is similar
ARTICULATED LIGHT Contemporary, directional task light
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Living area ‘I always start a scheme with the feeling I want to create, which is why I picked this serene painting,’ says Kirsi. BUY THE KEY PIECES Art canvas by Karoliina Peltokorpi, from £179, Kaarnia Design. The Everyone three-seater sofa, £899, Made, is similar. Artek Beehive pendant light, £888, Nest
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From the kitchen island you can see all the way through to the living room and the beautiful landscape outside
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GOLD PENDANTS Give the monochrome scheme glamour and polish
Dining and living areas ‘We designed the fireplace in the middle to divide the areas,’ says Kirsi. Building it into a half-height wall separates without enclosing the spaces. BUY THE KEY PIECES Artek Golden Bell pendant, £383, Connox. Henley Faro stove, £2,405, Glowing Embers, is similar
ROLLER BLINDS The best solution for a minimalist finish
Living area ‘This is one of my favourite spots for reading as you’re surrounded by nature,’ says Kirsi. ‘The pink velvet armchair softens the black and white interior.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES The Celine armchair, £175, Habitat, is a match. Artek Beehive pendant light, £888, Nest
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MAGAZINE RACK A simple solution for paperwork
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WHAT I’VE LEARNED
Elias’s bedroom Basic black furniture echoes the black metal window frames and a brick-pattern rug adds simple detailing. BUY THE KEY PIECES Kartell Componibili silver cabinet, £127, Heal’s. Stanek writing desk by Mercury Row, £149.99, Wayfair, has a similar look. Muuto Unfold pendant light, £154, Nunido
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Dark grey tiling makes the shower feel calm and cocooning for a relaxing effect. BUY THE KEY PIECES Alicura Charcoal wall tiles, £33.32sq m, Victoria Plum, are an alternative. Milano Select chrome thermostatic mixer shower, £119.99, Big Bathroom Shop, is similar
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TENSION WIRE Barely there for a modern look
Main bedroom ‘The starting point was the wallpaper behind the bed and I’ve re-upholstered my mum’s chair to contrast with it.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Crown Signature Damask wallpaper in French Grey, £9.99 a roll, World of Wallpaper, is similar. Artek Black A110 pendant, £365, The Conran Shop. Zulu armchair, £795, Decoville, is similar
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READER OFFER BELOW Atelier wallpaper in Rose Marais, £45 a roll, Albany X Mini Moderns at Wallpaperdirect RIGHT Ayana wallpaper in Teal, £25 a roll, Albany at Wallpaperdirect
25% OFF ALBANY WALLPAPER AT WALLPAPERDIRECT Bring some cheer to your décor this autumn with a new wallcovering
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is a special collaboration to celebrate the centenary. There are two prints within the collection – Atelier and FAB! – designed by the talented Keith Stephenson and Mark Hampshire at Mini Moderns. Atelier was inspired by treasures found in French markets and galleries and features hand-drawn forms of home accessories in a mid-century European art style. FAB! is a bold geometric based very much on the Sixties vibe, inspired by art, fashion and interiors of the time. Head to wallpaperdirect.com to browse all of the designs and see
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your favourites in a variety of roomsets to really get a feel for the scale within a space.
HOW TO REDEEM To redeem this offer, enter code IDH1002020 at checkout. TERMS AND CONDITIONS The offer is valid until 15 November 2020 at wallpaperdirect.com. The value of this voucher includes VAT. It cannot be exchanged for cash (cash equivalent value £0.001) and no refund will be given. Vouchers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer/discount.
REAL HOME
Make it work for you KIRSI’S STYLE: MODERN HYGGE
Neutral and earthy colours form the foundation of this Nordic scheme, while soft textures create a cocooning feel
IDEAL
GREAT DEAL CHIC ADDITION Amalia side table in White and Gold, £84, Wayfair
GEOMETRIC STYLE Lillian side table, £159, Barker and Stonehouse
SCULPTURAL SHADE Golden bell pendant light by Artek, £365, Heal’s
DURABLE DESIGN Hemp stripe cushion, £175, Bamford
LITTLE LUXURY Bitz Kusintha water glass in Amber, £6, Amara
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URBAN JUNGLE Golden ball cactus in pot, £80, Abigail Ahern BAMBOO ARMS Clips rocking chair, £399, Made In Design
HIGH SHEEN Kokeshi pendant light by Mineheart, £140, Lime Lace
BUBBLE EFFECT Zen Amber tumbler glass, £4, Dunelm
TIMELESS TOUCH Pure cotton striped cushion, £17.50, M&S
BOTANICAL FEEL Small artificial cactus in pot, £9.99, Homescapes
RELAX IN STYLE Tice rocker, £79, Made
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Wall in Hague Blue estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball
EASY STYLE UPDATES From best buys and clever tricks to mini décor projects… this is our roundup of the simplest, quickest ways to make your home more beautiful now
1 WARM THINGS UP WITH NAVY Rework a neutral scheme that’s feeling
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a little flat by introducing a moody accent colour. Paint one wall to create a focal point, then bring in extra touches of colour on cushions, throws and accessories.
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STYLE & DECOR
2 TRY A NEW WAY WITH PANELLING Go off grid with diagonal panelling. Great for alcoves or small areas, fix vertical wooden battens as your starting point, then fill in diagonally to create a chevron effect.
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SQUEEZE IN A SHELF Find space for extra storage in a downstairs cloakroom by running a shelf (or two) in the space above the basin or behind the loo. Paint to match the wall so it blends in. Marais Rose ceramic tiles, £45.60sq m, Porcelain Superstore
Copenhagen two drawer desk, £170; Skandi fabric chair, £180 for two; Zander shelving unit, £180, all Argos
4 CREATE A COSY GLOW Bring warmth to chilly spaces with rose-tinted lighting. Tapered shades like these direct pools of light downwards and the opaque cotton fabric helps to soften the glow.
Tuli cluster pendant light, £79, Made
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STYLE & DECOR Blendworth Mystical Scintilla fabric, £33m, Fashion Interiors
5 RUN-UP A TABLE RUNNER Pull together a casually coordinated table to cheer up a jaded dining room. Sew your own fabric table runner – you’ll need only a length or two of fabric – then add napkins, seat cushions and tableware to match.
6 CATCH CLUTTER AT THE DOOR Fix a length of peg rail along a hallway to hang coats and jackets. Add a widenecked basket so you can throw in stray gloves, scarves and smaller bits and bobs. Fladis basket, £13; Mansarp display shelf with hooks, £20, is similar, both Ikea
7 CHOOSE THE RIGHT VASE Invest in a few different vases so you can pick one that best suits your flowers. Too wide a neck won’t support stems, making flowers flop… too narrow will damage stems and make flowers look squashed.
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Belotta ceramic vase, £29.50, Oliver Bonas
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8 GO GRAND WITH FAUX PANELLING Create a period vibe with panelled-effect walls. Simple portrait panels are an easy way to add character or, for a more ornate look, try a ribbed effect.
Walls in Down Pipe modern emulsion, £49.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Harbour light, £55, Garden Trading
9 GET YOUR LIVING ROOM WINTER-READY Take the chill off draughty rooms by
layering up with warm woollens. Start with a plush rug, large enough to fill the floor, plus an accent armchair or footstool. Load up the sofa with plenty of chunky knit cushions and blankets.
Sheepskin chair, £1,100; sheepskin round pouffe, £495; Bella throw, £400; curly sheepskin stool, £275; round jute rug, £125, all The White Company
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10 USE A LEAFY PRINT AS A BACKDROP Give a drab bedroom new focus with a statement wallpaper in a rustic, autumnal print. The wall behind the bed is a prime spot, with the bed dressed in cosy shades to tie in the colour theme.
11 SLOT IN A ‘SKINNY’ CONSOLE If you’re squeezed for space in a narrow hallway, choose a slimline unit that will tuck against a wall without obstructing traffic. Slot a couple of tubs or baskets underneath.
Wall in Cole & Son Royal Fernery in Khaki, £195 a roll, Wallpaper Direct. Hemnes bed, £179; Anita cushion cover, £8; Fjalla storage boxes, £3.50 each, all Ikea
Noah tall console, £299, Next Home
12 MAKE SPACE FOR A CUPPA Choose a multitasking side table to sit next to a favourite armchair or beside the bed. This sleek Scandistyle design has two tiers so there’s space for a magazine, plus room on top for a cup of tea or glass of wine.
Anderson side table, £125, Next Home
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Hairpin desk and dining table legs, from £48.95 for four, The Hairpin Leg Company
BUILD YOUR OWN TABLE Struggling to find a dressing table or desk that will fit? Make your own using off-the-peg table legs and adding a length of worktop or reclaimed wood.
14 CREATE A ONE-COLOUR SHELFIE
15 REARRANGE ARTWORK
Autumn Flowers poster, from £8.95, Desenio
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Give prints and pictures a seasonal switch-around to bring a new perspective to stale rooms. Try moving favourites to a different spot and adding a couple of new pieces here and there.
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Decorative pots, from £3 each, all Garden Trading
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Try a super-chic arrangement for shelves or surfaces by keeping to items of mainly one colour. Easy to coordinate, try a row of pots and planters in muted, tonal shades, with greenery and foliage here and there.
16 ADD WARMTH WITH COSY BEDDING Swap summer bed linen for brushed
cottons and tactile knits to make the bed feel toasty. Try mixing two sets – a rustic woodland print and a toning plain – with faux fur cushions and throws piled on.
Into the Woods double duvet set, £20, Matalan
Sorry, this seat’s taken. Customise your sofa – 50 styles and 50 fabrics online at swooneditions.com
Sutton three-seater from £1,499 Available in 28 fabrics
Furniture for the home obsessed swooneditions.com 020 3319 6332
PROJECT NEWS
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MONO MAGIC
Eclipse porcelain tiles (H20xW23cm), £75.24sq m, Ca’ Pietra
If you want the look of marble for less, try Ca’ Pietra’s new Eclipse porcelain tiles. The monochrome design adds interest to a white kitchen or bathroom, used as a striking splashback or a statement floor, or you can use it with pastels or bold colour for more drama than an episode of Succession.
KITCHEN & BATHROOM UPDATE
Our round-up of the most interesting new products and innovations for your next project
VIPP STYLE
Danish company Vipp has unveiled a grey version of its modular kitchen. The design is made from powder-coated aluminium, has a highly durable stainless steel worktop and is raised on legs for easy cleaning. Think of the kitchen as building blocks – there are four modules to choose from, including the Island, which gives versatility in an open-plan space, and the Tall for maximum storage. It’s like kitchen Lego for grown-ups – we’re ready to play! From £12,500, Vipp
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HEX APPEAL Our love for brass is showing no sign of abating, and it’s not surprising with on-point designs like this tap from Abode. The monobloc mixer’s hexagonal detailing will add industrial style. It’s all about the antique brass finish with a patina that will only get better over time. Hex tap in antique brass (H36.9xW22cm), £339, Abode
On our wish list...
Freshen up your clothes without washing them with the new AirDresser cabinet which uses JetSteam. Samsung, £1,999
SOMETHING’S AFOOT Baths are becoming increasingly leggy, which not only looks elegant, but works wonders in smaller bathrooms. The Vigore from Clearwater, made from natural stone, retains heat – making it energy efficient – and has an on-trend, soft curved design. Vigore bath, £2,699, Clearwater IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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‘This is our forever kitchen’ Inspired by the charm of their period home, Sophia and Cookie Cook invested in a simple, solid kitchen in favourite colours they’ll love for a lifetime
Love SOPHIA’S STYLE?
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‘We took our cue for the greens and yellows from the view of the garden,’ says Sophia. ‘I like the warm earthy colours – they’re relaxed and positive.’ Cherry wood veneered birch plywood units, £790 for a 600mm base unit; laminated birch plywood units in Market Mustard and Solon Yellow, £620 for a 600mm base unit, all Pluck
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BEFORE RECLAIMED SHELF Works with the island to add character
Welcome to my home Sophia Cook lives here with her husband Cookie, and one-yearold son Alfred.
THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom, mid-terrace house, built around 1910, in Croydon.
WHAT IT COST Units...................£14,250 Worktops.............£2,300 Appliances..........£8,263 Sink and tap..........£1,108 Flooring................£2,100 Wall tiles..................£800 TOTAL...............£ 28,821
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HOW SOPHIA AND COOKIE DID IT ‘This is our first home together and it needed complete renovation. It had a galley kitchen with strip lights and shabby, mismatched units. Next door was a bigger, brighter dining room with a door out to the garden. We decided to knock an opening between them and swap them over to have a kitchen in the larger space so we could cook, eat and chat together, as well as entertain friends here, too. We
had clear ideas of what we wanted and stuck to colours and features that reflect us. For the cabinets, Pluck’s colourful, laminated ply furniture had the right look. The building and installation work took approximately five weeks, and cost around £6,000, as part of a complete house renovation. We didn’t want a typical kitchen, and we both love what we’ve achieved. I’m glad we went for something a bit different.’
LAMINATED PLY TABLE Matches the materials used for the kitchen cabinets
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BELOW ‘Eating as a family around the table is really important to us, and we now sit down together at some point every day.’ The half-painted walls mimic a traditional dado rail and link to the tiles in the kitchen. Formica laminated plywood table top, £503, Stantons. Olive Green table legs, around £65 each, Tiptoe
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SPLIT-COLOUR TILING Makes the cooker nook blend in
ABOVE An opening was knocked between the narrow kitchen and large dining room. ‘It’s more practical, family-friendly, and flows really well,’ says Sophia. ‘I’d wanted the opening to be bigger, but it’s a load-bearing wall.’ Ebony oak flooring, £74sq m, Natural Wood Floor Company
ABOVE The fireplace surround was removed and used elsewhere, and the chimneybreast adapted to fit the Esse range cooker. ‘I wanted a robust range, in keeping with the age of the house, but with modern functions,’ says Sophia. Esse EL13Amp range cooker in Fern Green, £7,150, Topstak
RIGHT The couple were keen to incorporate original features, such as the decorative stained glass. Cookie spent several weekends scraping old paint off the original windows and door, which are now a great feature. Tristone Cream Sands worktop, £329m, Total Tops
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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Take a risk on a statement piece. I was unsure about our reclaimed workbench, but it’s so practical and it really makes the kitchen. Any odd dent or scratch is just part of its character
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CONTRAST HANDLE INSERTS Removable for easy cleaning
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Make it work for you SOPHIA’S STYLE: QUIRKY AND COLOURFUL Rustic details combined with a punchy colour palette create a space brimming with character
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Lime Green field tile, £159.95sq m, Original Style
Colour Pop tile in Bosque, £80.40sq m, Ca’Pietra
WHERE TO BUY 1 Cast iron bracket oak shelf, £25, Garden Trading 2 Bonham lantern in antiqued brass, £302, Jim Lawrence 3 Hanson H500 Red 5kg traditional mechanical kitchen scale, £20.99, Amazon.co.uk 4 Oakland kitchen island, £899, The Cotswold Company 5 Copper effect shot blast 20cm saucepan with lid, £15, Wilko 6 Janinge chair in Yellow, £40, Ikea 7 Jarra Yellow terracotta vase, £28, Oliver Bonas
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‘We wanted a classic but modern look’ Emma and Peter Knight went open plan and created separate cooking and dining zones, using Shaker-style units for a look they’ll love for years
SMART FRIDGE Lets you view the contents on your phone
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BEFORE
Welcome to my home Emma Knight lives here with her husband Peter.
THE PROPERTY A 1920s, four-bedroom semi in Epsom, Surrey.
WHAT IT COST Units..................£35,000 Worktops............£4,500 Appliances.........£13,969 Sink and tap..........£1,641 Flooring...............£4,000 Wall tiles..................£200 TOTAL................£59,310 ‘As it’s now an open-plan room, we wanted a classic kitchen design that wouldn’t date and was in keeping with the house’s traditional features.’ Bespoke cabinets, £444 for a 60cm base unit, Higham Furniture. Samsung Family Hub fridge-freezer, £3,799, Currys
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HOW EMMA AND PETER DID IT ‘The kitchen, dining room and living room were all separate, but we wanted to cook, eat, socialise and relax all in one place, so we knocked them together and extended. I wanted a simple, classic kitchen with a fresh, modern edge. Our ‘musthave’ was a big island, inspired by our favourite tapas bar, which has food prep and storage on one side and seating on the other. We loved Higham Furniture’s high-quality, handbuilt cabinets and we added
quartz surfaces to keep the prep areas easy to clean. Peter loves cooking, so he helped plan the layout and chose the bespoke range and electric oven. A tall larder unit in the far corner is fitted with shelves, drawers and racks to keep his ingredients to hand. The building work took three months and cost around £50,000. The kitchen fitting cost £3,750 and took 10 days. There were lots of decisions to make, but it was rewarding to watch the space come together.’
BELOW ‘The island is 5m long, so it’s a big statement and fills our new space,’ says Emma. ‘When we entertain, Peter will be cooking on one side, and we’ll have a group eating and chatting together bar-style opposite. It’s fun and sociable.’ Louvre leather-upholstered bar stools, £350 each, HRH Contracts. Tiffany-style jewel lampshades, £57.99 each, Reigate Lighting Company
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QUARTZ SURFACES Look like marble, but are more practical
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BLACK FLEXES Give a crisp, contemporary feel
ABOVE ‘I hadn’t really considered colours, but when I saw this combination of deep blue and pale grey in a showroom, I just thought it worked. The grey is classic, but the blue is striking and looks different as the light changes.’ Cabinets in French Grey and Basalt intelligent eggshell, both £66 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene
RIGHT ‘The brick-style tiles are so effective. White or cream looked washed-out and we didn’t want to match the blue of the island, so we went for black, which makes the surrounding pale grey cabinets pop out.’ Cinema Pantages wall tiles, £39.84sq m, Fired Earth. Lacanche Savigny Anthracite range cooker, £7,790, Spillers of Chard
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Make it work for you EMMA’S CHOICE: A HOT WATER TAP
Don’t wait for the kettle to boil; hot water taps deliver in an instant, and help keep surfaces clutter-free Instant boiling water taps are the biggest kitchen innovation since the dishwasher. Once purchased, many homeowners vow never to buy a kettle again.
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Are the worth the hype? If you’re short of time, or impatient, instant hot water taps are definitely for you. And it’s not just about making hot drinks. Boiling pasta, rinsing cooked rice, sterilising baby bottles; you’ll be surprised how many uses you’ll discover.
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How do they work? An electric hot water tank with a 13amp plug is connected to your mains water supply. It heats and stores the water ready for use as soon as you turn on the tap. Most units include a water filter that needs to be replaced every six months.
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Are they affordable? The initial outlay is undoubtedly higher than a kettle; prices range from £400£1,200 plus. But daily running costs should work out lower, at around 3p per day in energy,
compared to 2.3p to boil a kettle. You should save water too. You only use what you need, whereas kettles are often over-filled. Look for companies that offer free installation to save the expense of a plumber.
Save time with an instant hot water tap
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What types are there? A basic boiling water tap offers just that, but you can get 3-in-1 models, that also deliver regular hot and cold water. This is a neater solution if you only have space for one sink. For top-end designs, try Zip and add sparkling and pre-chilled water to the menu.
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Are they safe? Yes, all have built-in childsafety measures. These range from double-click activation, specialist clips that lock the handle and key fobs required for activation that you can hide away.
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If there isn’t enough space for the tank under your sink, many can be fitted with a 2m extension hose
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SERIOUS CHEFS Abode’s Pronteau Professional has a restaurant-style flexible hose that’s great for cleaning sinks. Boiling water comes out separately for safety.
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IDEAL HOME LOVES… ALL-IN-ONE TAPS
LIGHT ALERT A red illuminated ring on the spout alerts when boiling water is dispensing. Fusion Square, from £1,150, Quooker
FUTURE PROOF Features two stage safety preventing hot water dispersing accidentally. Signature, from £695, Qettle
DITCH BOTTLES Delivers dual filtered drinking water, alongside boiling and hot. Geo, £1,249, Rangemaster
TOP TECH Pure H2O makes the Quatreau SmartTap with touchscreen controls for instant boiling, chilled, sparkling, hot and cold – all ultrafiltered, naturally.
MODERN DESIGN A minimalist shape and on trend black finish will cut a sharp silhouette. Omni Contemporary, £1,049, Franke
COLOUR CHOICE Zip’s HydoTap Platinum range comes in finishes to suit all, including gold, rose gold, gunmetal and platinum, plus black and chrome.
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‘It feels calm, but not boring’ Carrie and Ed Steer built their en suite as part of a new extension, giving it a luxuriously low-key style
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‘The luxe double basin was an important design feature. It’s the first thing you see when you walk in and makes an impact.’ Duravit L-Cube four-drawer Pine Silver vanity unit, £1,003, Hove Bathroom and Kitchen Centre. Sanchis Extreme Perla wall and floor tiles, £44.95sq m, Mastertiles. Mullan Lighting Cherith pendants, £164 each, Ruby Watts
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TWIN PENDANTS Work with the twin mirrors to boost the vanity’s impact
Welcome to my home Carrie Steer lives here with her husband Ed and daughters Fleur, one, and Clementine, four.
THE PROPERTY A six-bedroom, detached Victorian house in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
WHAT IT COST Bath.......................£1,427 Vanity unit............£1,003 Basins......................£597 Loo...........................£446 Taps.......................£1,497 Shower..................£1,126 Shower screen and tray.................£2,671 Tiles......................£1,300 TOTAL...............£10,067
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HOW CARRIE AND ED DID IT ‘When we moved here, we decided to extend and build a new master suite overlooking the garden. We wanted the bathroom to feel luxurious and look in keeping with the Victorian property. I can be a bit of a design magpie, and have made mistakes before, so we asked designer Katie Knight (katieelizabethdesign.com) to help. She planned the layout and helped us choose fittings. It was money well spent, as we were struggling with ideas that didn’t go together and she had the technical know-how to liaise with the plumbers and builders. Fitting the bathroom took six weeks and cost £8,000, while the building work was £7,000. I wanted a tranquil look, but not bland or boring. Top of my list were twin basins, a walk-in shower and a deep, free-standing bath to relax in. The design is a mix of contemporary and period style, so it fits in with the rest of our home. I love the touches of pink and brass, but the bath under the beautiful sash windows is my favourite feature.’
‘I wasn’t sure about wall-to-wall tiling, so the pink paint breaks it up and lifts the grey tones. It’s so peaceful lying in this bath – you feel very connected to the outside.’ Wall in Light Peachblossom intelligent matt emulsion, £51.50 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene. BC Designs Chalice Minor bath, £1,427, Cuckfield Bathrooms
‘The loo’s neatly tucked in its own little niche. We used the space above it for storage.’ HIB Eris 80 cabinet, £316, Hove Bathroom and Kitchen Centre
HIDE RUG Fills the floor better than a bath mat
NICHE LIGHTING Activated by a motion sensor
RIGHT ‘Brushed brass is in keeping with the period style and marries well with the touches of warm pink.’ MPro tap, £249, Porter Bathroom. Duravit ME By Starck basin, £597, Hove Bathroom & Kitchen Centre
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
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Trading down doesn’t mean compromise. We wanted a bespoke vanity and wall-mounted taps, but couldn’t justify the expense. We love what we got instead
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ABOVE The sliding shower screen is better in a small space and the vanity unit keeps surfaces tidy. ‘I wanted somewhere to store everyday stuff so it’s out of sight. The drawers are deep, with an easy-clean surface.’ Merlyn 10 Series shower door, £1,811.40; Merlyn Trustone tray £859.92; Everdon mirror, £498, all Cuckfield Bathrooms
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MAXIMISE YOUR BATHROOM DESIGN With expert advice from The Bathroom Showroom at City Plumbing your new room will be in safe hands
DESIGN VALUES For an overview of themes and ideas, you can visit The Bathroom Showroom or browse trends online at bathrooms.com before exploring all the elements individually. You’ll find favourite bathroom
brands such as Roca, Bristan, Mira and Kudos, along with furniture, tiles, taps and underfloor heating to complete the room. Delivery is free within the UK.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL To bring everything together and make sure your ideas will work with your space and plumbing set up, the next stage is to chat through your choices with a trained bathroom planner. During an online consultation of around 45 minutes, via your smartphone or laptop, an adviser will show you practical solutions for layouts on screen and suggest fittings and furniture, all chosen specifically for your room. You’ll receive free plans, 3D visualisations and details of any special offers to make your
dream bathroom affordable. If you’d prefer to meet in person, simply make an appointment at one of 250 showrooms in the UK, all set up to meet social distancing and hygiene recommendations.
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Find all the inspiration, help and advice you need at The Bathroom Showroom at City Plumbing. Browse online and book a virtual or in-store design appointment at bathrooms.com
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hether you’re after a blissful hotel-chic zone or a practical family space, a successful bathroom scheme depends on getting everything just right, from the overall design to the tiniest detail. ‘The first step is to hone in on the look you love, then apply some creative planning to bring it to life,’ says Stephen Smith, managing director of sales at The Bathroom Showroom at City Plumbing.
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Make it work for you CARRIE’S STYLE: PRETTY CHIC
Delicate pink and elegant gold lend a modern feminine touch to simple white sanitaryware A wall-hung vanity creates a feeling of space
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DESIGNER LOOKS
Stain-resistant qualities. Vetralla bath, from £2,330, Victoria & Albert Baths
Includes an integrated overflow. Milano Irwell bath, £599.99, Big Bathroom Shop
WHERE TO BUY 1 Large Gold rectangle mirror, £129.95, Melody Maison 2 Arezzo brushed brass free standing bath tap with shower mixer, £299.95, Victorian Plumbing 3 Fiddle plant, £39.99, Wayfair 4 Ava bathroom pendant, £173.30, Jim Lawrence 5 Luxury Egyptian cotton bath towel, £14.50, Soak & Sleep 6 Solitaire 6110 vanity unit with basin in Sangallo Grey by Pelipal, £456, InHouse Inspired Room Design
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‘We’ve created a designer look on a budget’ Malcolm and Fiona Menzies chose simple, natural fittings and colours to give their loft bathroom a high-end look that won’t go out of style
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BEFORE
Wecome to my home THE PROPERTY A six-bedroom detached Victorian house in Beckenham, south London.
WHAT IT COST Malcolm Menzies lives here with his wife Fiona and children Mya, seven and Clara, four.
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‘At first, we didn’t think the roof window was worth the expense, but it has made such a huge difference,’ says Malcolm. ‘The bath is acrylic, so is super-light and affordable, but still looks really good.’ Verona bath, £539.95, Victorian Plumbing
‘The long bulbs were the most extravagant thing I bought. They give the wall lights a designer look.’ Sleek Edison lights, £29 each, Industville. Pan LED T32 filament bulbs, £30 each, Well Lit
HOW MALCOLM AND FIONA DID IT
BAMBOO WARDROBE DOORS Add warmth and texture to the dressing area
‘We hire out our house as a location for shoots (6ixteenhouse.com), so we use the top floor as a private retreat when it’s in use. We made do with the old bathroom for six years while we did the rest of the house. I always thought the bath was in an awkward position in the middle of the room, and the shower wasn’t symmetrical. I really wanted a window in the sloping roof overlooking the fields at the front, as well as built-in wardrobes and panelling (which we’ve used throughout the house). We went for a simple look and nothing was very expensive. The work involved sorting out pipework, building out the shower walls, plastering, electrics, tiling, fitting the window and moving the radiator. It cost around £11,000 and took about six weeks. I love how it flows – it doesn’t have gaps in all the wrong places and the new window was well worth the money.’ IDEALHOME.CO.UK | NOVEMBER 2020
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BATHROOM PROJECT BLACK GROUT Gives standard tiles a designer finish
LEFT ‘The shower used to be in the middle with space either side, which was always full of junk,’ says Malcolm. ‘We kept the shower itself in the same space, as it’s easier for plumbing, but had the wall built out to fit the new tray and doors.’ Arezzo matt black shower, £290, Victorian Plumbing. Harbour Icon matt black sliding door, £579.98, Drench. Shoreditch Frame washstand, £277, Sanctuary Bathrooms
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BELOW ‘Having a false wall built out allowed us to add a niche shelf in the shower enclosure,’ says Malcolm. ‘This one’s a fake plant, but the humidity would make it a good spot for a real one!’ Piastrella Mix Ash wall tiles, £29.99sq m, Tile Mountain. Fejka artificial potted plant, from £6, Ikea
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Make it work for you MALCOLM’S CHOICE: ROOF WINDOWS
The latest roof windows are better for noise reduction and insulation with an array of automation options to choose from Call them what you will, windows that are installed into your roof offer a lot more than just extra light.
the overall floor space. So a 10sq m room would need 1.5sq m of glazing. Go too large and you risk overheating and glare.
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Should I pick fixed or openable windows? Fixed designs are cheaper if you have other openable windows or are worried about security. Most people choose openable models for ventilation and ease of cleaning. They can be electrically powered with a remote control or automated via temperature and rainfall sensors. What can I expect to pay? As a guide, Velux standard roof windows start at around £292.80, while a three-window bundle starts at £1,342.80. A small (55x78cm) Fakro natural pine centre pivot roof window would cost £219.60.
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IDEAL HOME LOVES… ROOF WINDOW BLINDS
BUDGET OPTION A plain neutral won’t detract from the view. Beige blackout roof window blind, £39, B&Q
COLOUR POP This bold design comes with a bloc frame to hold it in place. Acacia Amberglow blind, from £75, Hillarys
PAINTERLY PATTERN Make a feature with a floral design that ties into your scheme. Havana Dusk Coral translucent blind, from £121, Bloc Blinds
PRIVACY Try Intelligent Glass for glass that turns from clear to opaque at the flick of a switch. Self-adhesive smart film can also be retro-fitted to existing windows. NOISE REDUCTION If you live near an airport or busy road, go for Velux enhanced noise reduction glazing, which can reduce sound by up to 50%. SIZING BLINDS Manufacturers, such as Velux, Fakro, Dakstra and RoofLite all include a data code on windows to ensure you order the right size blind.
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Skelby herringbone oak sideboard, £250, Homebase
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Henlow solid wood dining set, £305, Homebase
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Nina Findley, 40, has worked for Homebase for 10 years, overseeing the company’s product strategy. She lives in Woburn with her husband, David, and their fiveyear-old twins, Evie and Thomas. What was your career journey? I studied law, but joined Woolworths’ graduate trainee scheme in buying, an area I worked in for 13 years. I then had various commercial and business development roles. Describe a typical day’s work. Sales monitoring, checking in with the team and suppliers, working on plans for the future. Where do you find your inspiration? Everywhere. How we live, what we see and read, how we feel. We are all shoppers; our experience fuels our inspiration. What’s been the biggest trend of 2020? Sanctuary. COVID-19 has reminded us that our homes are our sanctuary and it’s made us reappraise how we treat them. What’s your top trend tip for 2021? Flexibility. We’re all starting to adapt to living differently; our homes will need to flex with us.
Skelby herringbone oak dining set, £380, Homebase
BEFORE & AFTER
AFTER Tucked between Victorian terraces, the frontage now conceals a three-storey, three-bedroom home
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Welcome to my home £400,000; now worth around £1,495,000.
WHAT IT COST
Amie Oyston lives here. Having previously worked in recruitment, she now owns her own massage company.
THE PROPERTY A 145sq m, three-bedroom house in east London, originally built in 1924.
THE VALUE Bought in 2017 for
Building work and materials............£390,000 Staircases ............£25,000 Glazing .................£55,000 Kitchen and appliances .... ................................£19,000 Sanitaryware .........£6,000 Flooring ................£30,000 TOTAL ................£525,000
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BEFORE & AFTER Steps from the kitchen lead to this first-floor living room. The central glazed courtyard and light well fill the house with light
The story of the build
Amie bought the building in 2017, found an architect and applied for planning permission.
In January 2018, a new floor was put in, creating two levels; the walls were insulated and Velux roof lights fitted.
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aving renovated her previous home in London, Amie Oyston was looking for a new project when she was told about a run-down single-storey brick building in Hackney, east London, that was ripe for conversion. ‘It was originally part of a steelworks, then later it was used by a mechanic as a car repair workshop,’ says Amie. ‘There’s no denying that turning it into a home has been an enormous challenge.’ REVIEWING THE PROPERTY ‘The empty workshop was crammed onto a small site between Victorian terraces and lit from above by a roof light,’ says Amie, who worked with her father and a local builder
on the project. ‘It’s a tiny Conservation Area plot, right next to a listed building and when I bought it, it had no planning permission at all, which meant that we weren’t able to knock it down or extend. SPLIT-LEVEL LAYOUT ‘Fortunately, my architect Stuart Hatcher (stuarthatcher.com) came up with a brilliant split-level design, which was granted planning permission. His plan included a new basement, which involved excavating hundreds of tons of earth from the site.’ A steel glazing framework was installed, which included a large roof lantern as well as remotecontrolled roof lights. ‘There are no conventional windows, so I used glass in different ways to make the
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The story of the build
In early 2019, the internal steel window frames finally arrived and installation of the glazing began.
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The polished concrete floor was done by August and two months later the kitchen and bathrooms were fitted.
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interior as bright as possible,’ says Amie. ‘Now that the build is complete, the house is a bit of a Tardis. There are no windows overlooking it, so it’s a completely private space, and the whole area is really bright, too, thanks to the central glazed courtyard that acts like a light well, allowing daylight to reach every corner of the house.’ INDUSTRIAL DESIGN Amie chose to complete the project with polished concrete floors, oak parquet, black steel and areas of exposed brick. These finishes give the space a contemporary, industrial feel, as well as being a nod to its original use. ‘External walls were painted black and the matt black kitchen was spray-painted to echo the steel staircases and glazing – there are
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even black appliances to continue the theme,’ says Amie. ‘There was enough space at the front of the basement to dig out a really large bathroom and install an enormous boat-like bath, as well as a walk-in shower and double washbasin.’ THE FINISHED PROJECT Now, split levels make the most of space, with a bathroom and utility room in the basement. There’s an open-plan kitchen-diner on the ground floor, plus a guest loo and internal bike store. Steps lead up to a guest bedroom and the main bedroom, set beside a courtyard light well. On the first floor is a living room plus a third bedroom and stairs to a roof terrace. ‘My main aim was to demonstrate that a tight site can still give scope for a really exciting design.’
BEFORE & AFTER Amie uses the first-floor bedroom as an office
A section of glass in the kitchen floor lets light through to the floor below
Handleless black cabinets, worktops and appliances were chosen for a dramatic and simple look in the kitchen
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BEFORE & AFTER Micro concrete surfaces were used for the floors, walls and even the sides of the bath in the spacious basement bathroom
Bedrooms have been positioned looking into the light well
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STEEL WINDOW FRAMES Russell Frame of The Green Window Company (thegreenwindowcompany.co.uk) shares his tips…
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THEY’RE VERSATILE New steel doors are widely accepted by local authorities for refurbishment and new-build projects, as well as extensions, and are also an ideal choice for listed buildings and conservation areas.
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The roof terrace is surrounded by obscured glass panels for privacy
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BEFORE & AFTER
‘We extended this house up, out and across’ Replacing a small rear extension with a full-width, two-storey structure gave Harriett and Jeremy Hindmarsh the space and natural light they wanted
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DESIGNING THE INTERIOR Harriett and Jeremy wanted an open space with a mixture of traditional and modern elements. ‘I wanted to keep the brick of the original exterior wall of the house, but paint it white,’ says Harriett. The kitchen features oak and stainless steel. ‘The different materials came from an idea that Jez had about the space working like a drum kit. Neil suggested adding concrete, which gives another texture. The new space feels so calm.’
The extension provided a big kitchen-diner and seating area, plus another bedroom upstairs
Welcome to my home THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom Victorian terrace in east London.
THE VALUE Harriett Hindmarsh lives here with her husband Jeremy. Harriett is VP of a marketing and communications company and Jeremy is the creative director of a design business.
Bought for £242,950 in 2006; now worth £900,000.
WHAT IT COST Professional fees...................£96,000 Build costs......£221,000 Sliding doors....£10,000 Electrics............£12,000 Plumbing...........£15,000
Kitchen units..................£17,000 Worktop.............£5,500 Appliances........£3,500 Glazing............£20,000 Cladding..........£13,000 TOTAL...........£413,000
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BEFORE & AFTER
Calm and bright, the new distinct extension provides the perfect space for entertaining and for Harriett to work from home
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outside is easy to clean and has a good slip resistance. The two often don’t go hand in hand. DETAIL MATTERS If using tiles, aim to match the shade of grout to the colour of the tiles to get a smooth, continuous effect. NATURAL ISN’T BEST Natural products, such as wood and stone can be used, but require careful selection and maintenance.
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Architect Neil Dusheiko gives us the lowdown on how to use the same material inside and out…
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Evi Antonio celebrates the natural world in her spectacular artwork for Runway Gallery miracle of nature, the infinite patterns, symmetry and intricate details.
FEATURE JACKY PARKER ARTWORK (CLOCKWISE, FROM MAIN IMAGE) PEACOCK AT SHOREDITCH, £495; GREAT EASTERN BLUE, £1,250; MOONMOTH AT EUSTON SQUARE, £495, ALL EVI ANTONIO AT RUNWAY GALLERY
riven by the desire to reveal nature’s hidden intricacies, Evi Antonio’s work creates the same sense of curiosity and wonder that a museum specimen cabinet holds. From her studio in London, she combines digital technology with traditional oil glazing techniques to express her vision.
I’VE ALWAYS BEEN INSPIRED BY THE LITHOGRAPHIC PLATES and hand-coloured engravings of the 19th century which were used to document the scientific discoveries of the time. So I’ll usually source a specimen to work from. I need the real thing in front of me.
I GREW UP IN NORTH LONDON AND DREAMED OF THE COUNTRYSIDE. I was fascinated by the images in early natural history books and always loved drawing. I can’t remember when I didn’t carry a sketchbook and pencils with me. After graduating with a degree in Scientific and Natural History Illustration from Middlesex University, I worked as a natural history illustrator. MY DREAM OF LIVING IN THE COUNTRYSIDE WAS REALISED WHEN I MOVED TO WARE, Hertfordshire, where I ran an illustration agency with my husband from our studio on the Amwell Nature Reserve. I was able to look to the beauty of nature for my inspiration. After having and raising two children, I returned to the studio and decided to explore a new contemporary fine art form. I’d used watercolour paints at the start of my career, then as technology
MY WORK TOOK A NEW DIRECTION AFTER MOVING BACK TO LONDON IN 2017. Surrounded by a very different urban landscape to the one I left behind, I discovered a new-found inspiration on the streets of East London and in the urban textures I saw, but my love of nature remains rooted and is still central to my art.
moved forward taught myself Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. I applied the same skills I’d developed traditionally to my new technique and I’ve never looked back. BUTTERFLIES, INSECTS AND LOBSTERS ARE A COMMON THEME IN MY WORK. I want to evoke a sense of wonder for the creatures that co-exist in our world: an appreciation for the
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Genius problem solvers FOR A SMOOTH-RUNNING LIFE Our pick of the latest home heating innovations and energy-saving solutions you never knew you needed… SKINNY RADS FOR TIGHT SPACES
Go bright, go electric Cotswold-based company Everhot has just launched its first range of 1.5kW electric stoves in a choice of 20 colourways. Easy-to-install (they don’t require a flue and just need plugging in), each enamelled steel and cast-iron stove also doubles as a handy spare 20ltr single oven, too. Electric stove in Mustard Yellow, £1,095, Everhot
CLEAN LINES Also available in a charcoal grey shade, this narrow beauty would work well in an en suite. Milano Viti diamond panel in White (H178xW28cm), £139, Best Heating
URBAN LOOK Smart and modern, this simple design would look at home in most rooms. Good Home Kensal radiator in Grey (H180xW50cm), £250, B&Q
Always get the best energy deals Sign up to (the completely free) lookaftermybills.com and it’ll send you the best deal for your energy usage as soon as it’s time to switch. Block chilly winter draughts Feeling the chill? Block draughts from your hallway with this very simple, yet super effective, draught excluder. Black chambray draught excluder, £22, Garden Trading
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WALL ART Made from recycled marble, this has a hidden valve so as not to distract from its sleek look. Aperoso in White (H180xW30cm), £1,347, The Radiator Centre
Make radiators a focal point Love colour? Bisque’s gorgeous new Earth range takes five of its most popular models and gives them five new shades. Classic radiator in Verdigris Green; Dutch Orange and Lake Red, from £460.80 each, Bisque
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Rather than simply switching your boiler on and off, Vaillant’s Senso control works out the exact amount of energy needed to heat a room to the desired level, saving energy and money. Senso ComfortRF controls, from £165, Vaillant
Help your fridge keep cool Clean between the compressor coils at the back of your fridge with Ikea’s Blaska dustpan and brush set, £1.
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Working from home? Want some warmth without wasting energy? Dimplex’s Cadiz 3kW oil-free radiator features twin panels that can be turned off independently, so you can switch the one facing away from you off, perfect if it’s just you in the room. Dimplex Cadiz CDE3Tie oil-free radiator, £169.99, Argos
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If the door of your woodburning stove is obscured with soot, arm yourself with a bottle of this genius cleaner and a pair of rubber gloves and say goodbye to months of dirt and grime. Stovax Stove glass cleaner, £10.70 for 500ml, Amazon.co.uk
The removable chimney draught excluder ensures you keep warm air in your home and cold air out when your fireplace isn’t lit. Available in a wide range of round, square and oblong sizes. Removable chimney draught excluders, from £17.50 each, The Chimney Sheep
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YOUR KITCHEN, SORTED It’s the busiest room in the house, which means it can also be the messiest. Choose strategic storage to keep surfaces clear and daily life running smoothly
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5 GAME-CHANGING BUYS The products you need to bring order to your kitchen, so supplies are on hand and essentials in their place
WHAT THE PROS KNOW… Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn gives us her tried and tested kitchen-tidying solutions
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ASSESS YOUR STORAGE My rule of thumb is to only bring in extra storage if really necessary. You’ll be surprised after a good declutter at just how well your kitchen stores things without much help. Baskets are great for storing loose items, but take up space. BE A SAVVY SHOPPER Organise food cupboards like supermarket shelves, with everything lined up and labels facing forward so you can see what you have. Get into the habit of putting new shopping (with longer use-by dates) at the back.
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THE CORNER CAROUSEL Larger appliances that are used every day are fine living out on work surfaces, but for those used less frequently or for bulky items that eat up space, store them out of the way in low down cupboards so they can be pulled out when needed. A rotating carousel will give easy access to hard to reach corners. Utrusta corner base cabinet pull-out fitting, £110, Ikea
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THE ‘SLOT IN’ RACK Flat items, such as baking trays, lids and chopping boards, often get shoved in a drawer or cupboard, but unstacking them every time you want to use one
is a pain. Organiser racks similar to a toast rack make accessing individual items easier. Lid and plate storage rack, £3; dish storage rack, £9, both Store
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THE SHELF ‘STEPPER’ Staggered shelves elevate the items at the back, so you can see what’s inside cupboards more easily. Non slip surfaces stop jars from rolling around. Three-tier rectangular kitchen organiser, £4.50, Wilko
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THE UNDER-SHELF STORAGE CADDIES Adjustable shelving inside kitchen cabinets allows you to position shelves at just the right
height for your items. Utilise any wasted space above jars and tins with these neat under shelf drawers that slide in and out. Use a label maker so you can easily identify the contents of each one. Add-a-Drawer, from £12.99 each, Lakeland
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THE PAN LID CATCHER Lids can easily get separated from pans and end up rattling around at the back of a drawer or cupboard. These wall mounted holders utilise door space with lids slotting in so you can find them at a glance. Joseph Joseph CupboardStore pan lid holders, £12 for set of four, John Lewis & Partners
CREATE ZONES Organise the kitchen by activity so it’ll be easier to navigate. Tea and coffee should live near the mugs, cups, teaspoons and kettle. Likewise, keep oils, spices and utensils close to the hob for easy access. WORK OUT WHAT YOU HAVE Go through drawers and cupboards to see what you have. Think about where everything belongs before putting it away. Don’t store things high up if you use them daily – likewise don’t clutter surfaces with things that aren’t used often. Find out more at youneedavicky.com or on Instagram and Facebook @youneedavicky
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GET YOUR HOME SET TO SHINE Create an inviting ambience and get that designer touch without the big spend with showstopping designs from Iconic Lights
3 OF THE BEST… MOOD SETTERS MODERN SHAPE Perfect for illuminating dark corners. Barbro light wood tripod floor lamp with White Doretta shade, £60, Iconic Lights
IN THE ROUND Elevate the everyday. Lenko wood pendant shade, £28, Iconic Lights
INDUSTRIAL STYLE Worthy of any loft-living style apartment. Schofield concrete table lamp, £20, Iconic Lights
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home may benefit from extra lighting – ideally, every room should have more than one light source. Iconic Lights has thousands of options to choose from and, with more than 7,000 five-star reviews, you can rest assured that you’re buying a quality item that is as beautiful as it is practical. We particularly like the Natural Elements range, with its strong sculptural shapes, striking clean lines and textured, natural materials. Plus, there’s free delivery on all orders over £60 – all the more reason to invest in a few statement pieces before winter arrives.
Natural materials help bring the outdoors in and add depth and character to your home
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Whatever your style of décor, you’ll find a wide range of designs at iconiclights.co.uk along with lots of inspiration at Instagram.com/iconic_lights WORDS LAURIE DAVIDSON
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ven a room with the most stunning interior and décor can be let down by inadequate lighting. Well chosen lighting is key, not only for showing off your beautifully decorated home, but also for creating the ideal atmosphere – and with the winter months drawing in and darker days looming, it’s important to ensure you have every base covered. Whether it’s an overhead pendant light to put the finishing touch to your décor, a lamp to cast a glow in a dimly-lit corner, or a wall light to highlight a favourite piece of art, consider all the places where your
SIMPLE SOLUTIONS Top quality audio Ambeo, £2,199, Sennheiser At more than a metre wide, and tipping the scales at 18.5kg, the Sennheiser Ambeo isn’t exactly petite, but it will make your living room sound like a premium movie theatre. It’s great with movies and is also a fine music system too, effortlessly filling the largest of rooms with sounds. THE BEST BIT It features multiple inputs so you can connect it to any TV.
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‘Ideally, the soundbar should be slightly smaller in width than the screen it’s going to be partnered with.’
BOOST YOUR TV’S AUDIO WITH A SOUNDBAR
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The latest TVs are incredibly thin so while they look great, you sacrifice sound quality. So if your Netflix binge is proving difficult to hear, check out the latest soundbars to enhance your viewing experience
Soundbox, £249 (for Sky TV customers only), Sky Designed for use with the Sky Q set top box, the Soundbox is compact and Sky has taken great care to maintain sound clarity. THE BEST BIT While the main connection for the Soundbox will always be the Sky Q set top box, you can connect with other sources using the digital optical audio input.
Full, rounded sound Sony HT-ZF9 soundbar, £599, Currys This ultra slim bar and partnering wireless subwoofer doesn’t employ up-firing speakers to throw the sound upwards. Instead, Sony’s innovative Vertical Sound Engine fools our ears into thinking sounds are coming from up high. Suits 55- to 65-inch screens. THE BEST BIT There’s Google Chromecast built-in so it can connect your Google phone or smart-home device.
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Slick multitasker Small yet powerful
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SC-HTB900 Bluetooth Wi-Fi soundbar, £550.99, Panasonic Compact and versatile and with a rich, rounded sound, this soundbar looks terrific too. It’s best partnered with TVs 55-inches and larger.
THE BEST BIT Both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built in, so if you want to check the weather or just how tall Chris Hemsworth is, you know who to ask.
THE BEST BIT It comes with a wireless subwoofer that sits on a moulded plastic base, so it’ll sound equally good on carpet as it does a wooden floor.
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Petite option Aspect 5 Compact, £1,079, Parkray Made in Devon, this 5.5kW neat wood-burning stove has a shallower depth than most so is a great choice for smaller rooms. Its advanced air system gives you complete control over the heat within, so you can easily reduce a roaring flame to a little flicker. THE BEST BIT The large viewing window takes up almost the whole of the front of the burner.
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An evening TO REMEMBER Whether it’s date night or a special family dinner, this restaurant-at-home menu will get you in the mood to celebrate together…
Black Velvet MAKES 12 glasses READY IN 5 mins INGREDIENTS ● 75cl bottle of champagne ● 2 x 330ml bottles of stout Half-fill each glass with champagne, and top with the stout.
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IDEAL HOME TIP Great to make ahead, keep the fillings chilled, load up and serve
Loaded mini jackets See page 197 for recipe
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Squash, pickled beetroot and burrata salad See page 197 for recipe
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IDEAL HOME TIP This is great served with a selection of your favourite veg
Beer can roast chicken See page 197 for recipe
Frangelico chocolate tart See opposite page for recipe
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Loaded mini jackets SERVES 6-8 as a snack READY IN 1 hr INGREDIENTS ● 1kg baby potatoes ● 2tbsp salted butter ● 2tbsp double cream ● 2-3tbsp vegetable oil FOR THE CRAB FILLING ● 1 dressed crab ● 2tbsp creme fraiche ● 1 red chilli, chopped FOR THE CHEESE AND BACON FILLING ● 80g Cheddar, grated ● 200g smoked bacon lardons, cooked ● 3 spring onions, finely sliced
1 In a pan boil the potatoes
for 20-25 mins, until cooked but firm. Leave to cool.
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2 Preheat the oven to 220C/
Gas 7. Halve the cooled potatoes, and scoop out the flesh – we did this using a melon baller. Put the flesh into a small bowl, add the butter and cream, and mash with a fork. Place the skins, empty side up, on a roasting tray, drizzle with vegetable oil, season, and roast for 15-20 mins, until crisp.
3 To make the fillings, divide the potato flesh between two bowls. Add the crab filling and creme fraiche to one bowl, and the cheese and bacon to another, and blitz with a hand blender until combined. Fill half the potato skins with the crab filling and half with the bacon and cheese, then garnish with chilli and spring onion.
Squash, pickled beetroot and burrata salad SERVES 4 READY IN 1 hr 20 mins INGREDIENTS ● 400g cherry tomatoes, halved ● 5tbsp olive oil ● 1 butternut squash, sliced into discs ● 10 baby beetroots, peeled and halved ● FOR THE PICKLE ● 250g sugar ● 100ml white wine vinegar ● 1tsp mustard seeds ● 1tsp coriander seeds ● 1tbsp fresh dill, chopped ● TO SERVE ● 1 burrata ● Bunch of basil
1 Preheat the oven to 180C/
Gas 4. Place the tomatoes on a baking tray with 1tbsp of olive oil drizzled on top. Place the squash on a separate baking tray and drizzle over the remaining oil. Roast both for 1 hr until golden, turning the squash halfway through.
2 Meanwhile, cook the
beetroots for 20 mins in a pan of simmering water, until just tender; drain.
Beer can roast chicken
Frangelico chocolate tart
SERVES 4-6 READY IN 1 hr 35 mins
SERVES 12 READY IN 1 hr, plus chilling
INGREDIENTS ● 2tbsp olive oil ● 1.4kg chicken ● 330ml can IPA beer ● 1 lemon, quartered ● 1 bunch of fresh parsley, chopped
INGREDIENTS FOR THE PASTRY ● 190g plain flour ● 20g cocoa powder, plus extra ● 50g icing sugar ● 150g cold, unsalted butter, cubed ● 1 egg ● FOR THE FILLING ● 250ml double cream ● 100ml Frangelico, or hazelnut liqueur ● 300g 70% dark chocolate, broken ● Edible gold leaf, to serve (optional) YOU WILL NEED ● 23cm fluted flan case with a removable base
1 Preheat the oven to 180C/
Gas 4. Rub the oil all over the chicken and season the skin. Cut the strings to open the chicken.
2 Open the beer and place it onto a roasting tray. Sit the chicken on top of the can, so that the can fills the central cavity.
3 Roast for 1 hr 30 mins,
until the juices run clear. Remove the chicken from the beer can (be careful, as there may be some beer left in the can) and place it on a serving platter. Tie the legs together, as it’s easier to carve this way.
3 To make the pickle, put all 4 Add a squeeze of lemon
the ingredients with 500ml water in a pan. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins. Add the beetroot and cook for a further 15 mins.
4 On a large platter, arrange
the tomatoes, squash and beetroots removed from the pickling liquid. To serve, place the burrata in the centre, and sprinkle over the basil leaves.
to the cooking liquids – this will be your gravy. Sprinkle over fresh parsley and garnish with remaining lemon, to serve.
1 To make the pastry, blitz
the flour, cocoa and icing sugar in a processor. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles sand. Add the egg and blitz again. Wrap the dough in cling film, then chill for 20 mins.
2 Roll out the dough and use
to line the tin. Chill for 30 mins. Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Fill the case with parchment and baking beans, and bake for 15 mins, then remove the beans and bake for a further 10 mins.
3 To make the filling, place
the cream and Frangelico in a pan until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate until it melts.
4 Leave to cool slightly, then
pour into the case. Chill for 1 hr, then dust with cocoa and top with gold leaf, if using.
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STYLE THROWBACK
THEN… AND NOW
1922
Every issue in our centenary year, we’re dipping into our archive to find an inspiring image and put a modern spin on the look THE ORIGINAL Formal but cosy, the mix of pattern and plush tones give this smart space a bohemian edge. Luxurious silk drapes and cushions teamed with decorative lighting, a mix of frames and unusual accessories shows the ‘Ideal Home’ 100 years ago was full of personality with an adventurous spirit.
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THE UPDATE Almost a century on and we don’t think there’s much to change. We’ve swapped the small formal sofa for a snuggler and the mahogany table has been given a new spin with a modern take on a traditional turned base. Classic paisley prints and a Persian-inspired rug never fail to bring a rich and warming layer of pattern to the room.
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