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B R I TA I N ’ S B E S T S E L L I N G H O M E S M AG A Z I N E JANUARY 2021

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◆ Delicious holiday bakes to enjoy

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2021 PROJECT INSPIRATION

◆ Kitchens ◆

Bathrooms ◆ Extensions ◆ Decorating ideas

EDITOR’S LETTER

Welcome Heather Young, Editor

It’s a new year, and for me, it’s also the start of my new role as Editor of Ideal Home. I’m no stranger to this wonderful magazine, having been part of the Ideal Home family for well over a decade, and I’m thrilled to be its newest custodian. Our previous editor, Vanessa, was the calm captain for five years, culminating in our centenary celebrations last year. Her warmth, wit and all-round interiors brilliance will be greatly missed by all. And so 2021 marks a new chapter for Ideal Home. What does this year hold? If last year taught me anything, it’s the importance of the place we call home. Lockdowns have seen us become more intimately acquainted with our homes than ever. We’ve rejigged, redecorated, reinvented. I’ve gone one step further, and a move to a new home is (hopefully!) on the horizon. Whatever improvements you’re planning, turn to page 56 for the chance to win £150-worth of Crown EasyClean paint. Happy decorating!

STYLING GEMMA GEAR PHOTOGRAPH JOANNA HENDERSON Mbata candelabra, from £24.95, Nkuku. Baubles, from a selection, Gisela Graham

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What’s new 7 S et the scene for…

Calm in the chaos 9 T he style editor News from our favourite shops 19 I deal vs Great Deal Classic buys with a glam edge to spruce up interiors in 2021

Real homes Preserved original features work beautifully with this smart modern interior

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Style & décor

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SPOT THE LOGO FOR EASY SWAPS AND WAYS TO ENJOY A MORE SUSTAINABLE HOME AND LIFESTYLE

Before & after

A Victorian family home is revived with colour and light 64 A ll is calm Soft neutrals enhance a mix of classic and contemporary pieces 84 S imple elegance An effortlessly stylish smaller home makes a big impression

36 S parkle & shine Add chic

21 D ivide & conquer

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seasonal style with forest greens and frosted finishes Make a... giant wreath H ow to create a card display Showcasing Christmas cards Easy style updates Smart festive tricks and clever buys Create a... window silhouette Interior design advice Update your kitchen in 2021

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trend-led twist’ A kitchen with an eclectic blend of styles ‘We were inspired by luxe hotel bathrooms’ An elegant space for pampering ‘ It feels modern, but it’s still cosy’ Dark walls and marble tiles ensure a luxe look P roject news Kitchen and bathroom update ‘We extended this house in every way’ From the loft to the basement, space has been boosted to the max

Simple solutions 124 G enius problem solvers

For a smooth-running life 127 C hoose the best new dishwasher Save both time and energy in the kitchen

CONTENTS

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84 TO FIND ALL THE STOCKISTS IN THIS ISSUE TURN TO PAGE 144 Gift edit

129 Keep food fresher

for longer The latest fridge-freezers

12 High-street buys

Last-minute pressies

14 T he shortlist

Simple pleasures

Giftable baubles

130 Chocolate made festive

Tempting recipes for sweet, seasonal crowd-pleasers 137 Keep things relaxed with a ready-made main course Give yourself the day off 139 Make them smile with a showstopper dessert Tasty supermarket treats

16 Family fun and

interactive At-home laughs and creativity

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Our style editor recreates a cosy living room from 1945

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WHAT’S NEW

Set the scene for...

CALM IN THE CHAOS In-between prepping dinner, making sure everyone is comfortable and keeping glasses topped up – take a minute to top yours up, too! Whether it’s a gin cocktail, a mocktail, champagne or wine, make sure you grab a ‘proper’ glass to add to the sense of occasion

FEATURE MICHELA COLLING

WHERE TO BUY Wavy Mercury silver baubles, £5 each; Bubble glass champagne and cocktail coupe, £48 for four; Tillie wine and gin glass, £32.50 for two, all Nordic House

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making everyday more comfortable

WHAT’S NEW

ART COLLECTORS’ CALENDAR

Abstract wall art calendar, £39.95, Desenio

Build a gallery wall throughout the year with Desenio’s art print calendar. The designs are printed on thick paper with a smart, matt finish – just tear along the perforation to remove the date, leaving you with a 30x40cm print. Frame or hang with clips for an easyto-update formation. There’s both a botanical collection and a kids’ calendar, too.

The STYLE EDITOR Michela Colling, Ideal Home’s tastemaker-in-chief, shares her top news from the high street

WONDER WOOL The Wool Room is championing this miracle material, dispelling the myth that it’s itchy, diﬃcult to wash or too warm. The wool helps make its luxury bedding naturally temperature regulating, biodegradable and hypoallergenic. What’s more, the wool will absorb harmful VOCs in the air. The wool used is now traceable, too – you can scan the bedding label with a smartphone to see the British farmers that ethically and sustainably produced the quality wool from well-cared for ﬂocks.

Smooth sounds It’s taken a while, but the iconic British audio brand has launched its first Bluetooth speaker. Worth the wait though, the Roberts Beacon wireless speakers not only look good from every angle, but radiate powerful sound, too. If you don’t like tech ruining your perfect shelfie, the nine colour options mean you should be able to find one that complements your scheme. Beacon 320 in Sunburst Yellow, Teal Blue and Dusky Pink, from £149 each, Roberts Radio IDEALHOME.CO.UK | JANUARY 2021

WHAT’S NEW

The Hero Piece

FREE-STANDING ISLAND AT COX & COX With kitchens shifting from closed-oﬀ rooms to open-plan sociable spaces, there’s a growing trend to make the kitchen feel less, well, kitchen-like by adding stand-alone pieces, such as dressers, cabinets and free-standing islands. The new Lotte is ideal for not only an instant kitchen update, but it’s also a great solution for kitchens that are too small for a full-sized island. With additional worktop, prep area and hidden storage, the overhang also oﬀers a spot to sit.

Surprise in store!

NEXT HOME’S INDUSTRIAL PENDANTS The trend for bare bulb lighting has moved beyond the raw warehouse look, right into the mainstream. The LED Dillon pendants are a new, designer-style evolution with oversized, molten glass bulbs and statement ﬁlaments to add a chic twist to their industrial roots. Hang a cluster for even more impact. Lotte island unit, £1,250, Cox & Cox

Ikea’s buy-back scheme Time to update that chest of drawers? Ikea are buying back their pre-loved furniture and, depending on the condition, the trade-in could earn you an Ikea voucher, with no expiration date, for up to 50% of the original price. Items will then be resold as second-hand in the ‘As-Is Area’ of stores. Anything that isn’t snapped up will be recycled. The tricky part? Once the piece has been accepted online the item will need to be brought back to store fully assembled – the upside? Saving a good piece of furniture from landfill.

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With the launch of Buy Back we are giving a second life to many more Ikea products and creating more easy and affordable solutions to help people live more sustainably

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PETER JELKEBY, CHIEF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER IKEA UK & IRELAND

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Dillon pendants, £50 each, Next Home

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EASY ENTERTAINER Drinks trolley, £30, George Home

POSITIVE VIBES Woven rainbow, £6, George Home

GREENER GIVING Alphabet water bottle, £9.50 each, M&S

GREAT GIFTS

High street buys Fill your basket with crowd-pleasing gifts at must-have prices even at the very last minute TUCK IN Christmas chocolate panettone, £10 for 750g, Waitrose & Partners

TAKE IT EASY Calm bath salts, £6.50, M&S

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DECORATIVE TOUCH Nordic star light, £8, Sainsbury’s Home

PURRFECT PRESENT Cat mug and bowl set, £7, Tesco

LITTLE LUXURIES Make up brush kit, £7.50, M&S

FEATURE JESSICA TAVERNER

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SOFT SET Bear face hat & mittens, £12, M&S

SECRET SANTA SORTED Dutch Glam boxed candle, £5, Sainsbury’s Home

FANCY FOLIAGE Succulent with stand, £6, Fox & Ivy at Tesco

MINDFUL GETAWAY Gin lovers puzzle, £2, Poundland

EAT, DRINK, BE MERRY Christmas Feast hamper, £79.99, Aldi

GREEN THUMB Gardeners club pouch, £16, Waitrose & Partners

LOOKING GOOD Jewellery box with mirror, £14, Fox & Ivy at Tesco

FOR THE GLOBETROTTER Explore mug & socks set, £10, Sainsbury’s Home

HANDY HIDEAWAY Grey pet teepee 80cm, £16, George Home

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WHAT’S NEW

GLITTER BUG Beetle decoration, £14, Anthropologie

I come in different colours

STAR BURST Apollo star, from £6, French Connection Home

VEGANUARY STARTS HERE I’m Vegan tag, £6, Paperchase

THE SHORTLIST

GIFTABLE CHRISTMAS BAUBLES

PARTY TRICK Balloon pooch hanging decoration, £3.49, Dobbies

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PAINTERLY FINISH Tide line hand-dipped calligraphy baubles, £10, Wild Sea Calligraphy

IN THE STARS Aries ornament, £29.95, Liberty London

WILD AT HEART Bee decoration, £7.99, Sourced by Oxfam

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT

HAND SWIRLED Marbled ceramic bauble, £12, Notonthehighstreet.com

Whether it’s a playful present for a loved one or you want to up your festive game this year, we’ve got a dec for you

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You know how we redecorated with that nice Farrow & Ball paint?

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MODERN EMULSION R E M A R K A B LY U N M A R K A B L E

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DESIGN PIECES Rainbow hand-shaped puzzle, £35.99, Jonathan Adler

LIGHT-BULB MOMENT Lampshade-making class, £34.99, Bespoke Binny

MORE THAN WORDS Beginners modern calligraphy kit and online workshop, £40, Wild Sea Calligraphy

GREAT GIFTS Family fun and interactive Spread laughs and creativity with games, and ‘at home’ experiences BEAUTY QUEEN Foreo UFO 2 Power Mask treatment device, £249, John Lewis & Partners

CROWD PLEASER Cards Against Humanity Family Edition, £30, Argos

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TOTAL ESCAPISM Escape Room In A Box, £99.99, Epic Escapes

FRESH BAKE Home bread-maker kit with 500g white bread flour, £33, Paul

UPCYCLERS UNITED The Big Paint online workshop and kit, £39.95, Annie Sloan

FEATURE MICHELA COLLING

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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES From cocktail-making to curry clubs and crafts: Gift cards, from £10, The Indytute

PROFESSIONAL PINT Philips Perfect Draft keg machine, £239, Beer Hawk

HANDS ON Sculpd pottery kit, £39, Sculpd

CONNECT WITH NATURE Den kit, £60, The National Trust

MUSIC MAKER Make your own ukulele, £29.99, Waterstones

THE FUTURE CALLING Echo Show 10 HD smart display with motion and Alexa, £239.99, Amazon.co.uk

SING-A-LONG Make your own cardboard karaoke, £19.99, PrezzyBox

MINDFUL MAKES Craft box: gift a one-off, or subscribe for £24.99 a month, MakeBox+Co

CINEMA AT HOME Kodak Luma 75 pocket projector, £179.99, Urban Outfitters

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WHAT’S NEW

IDEAL VS GREAT DEAL

Ring the changes in 2021 with glam buys and classic investment pieces that’ll give your living room a luxe new look STATEMENT PIECE Gold peacock lamp, £115, The French Bedroom Company

SOFA COMPANION Antonia side table, £140, Sweetpea & Willow

PARQUET WOOD Nottingham two-door pine parquet cabinet, £625, La Redoute

FLOOR STANDING Faux palm plant, £215, Rose & Grey

PLUSH VELVET Japura velvet cushion, £130, Romo

FEATURE LISA FAZZANI

COLOUR FLASH Pip Studio Yellow Gold tray, £50, Daisy Park

DECO DESIGN Ashton sofa in Sedgewick Green velvet, £1,545, Living it Up

MARBLE EFFECT Boutique C-shaped table, £60, Argos

ON-TREND BUY Florence the Peacock table lamp, £45, Sainsbury’s Home

COMPACT CHOICE Parquet oak cabinet, £499.99, Oak Furnitureland

BOTANICAL PRINT Palm cushion, £24, Cielshop

POTTED PALM Sago palm artificial plant, £24.99, Homescapes

HAMMERED FINISH Allegra Gold tray, £35, Habitat

JEWEL COLOUR Fluted Ivy three-seater sofa in Velluto Dark Green, £999, Sofology

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REAL HOME

Divide & conquer

Karen and Luc van Tongeren created a modern family home without sacrificing their house’s period features

Dining room Although the living space has been split into two separate rooms, when the doors are opened wide, they still feel like one, large space – ideal at Christmastime. BUY THE KEY PIECES Britolli White marble ceramic dining table, £921.60, First Furniture, would work here IDEALHOME.CO.UK | JANUARY 2021

REAL HOME

Welcome to my home Karen van Tongeren, a brand strategist, lives here with her husband, Luc, a sales manager, and their children Cato, 17, Guusje, 15, and Does, 13.

THE PROPERTY An early 20th-century townhouse in Haarlem, The Netherlands.

THE VALUE Bought for £688,000 in 2012.

T Take a quick tour...

BEDROOM

BATHROOM

BEDROOM

SECOND FLOOR WC BEDROOM

BEDROOM

FIRST FLOOR WC KITCHEN

DINING ROOM

LIVING ROOM

GROUND FLOOR

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The house is now worth around £1.375m.

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Interiors are rarely finished. Instead, they evolve along with us and what once seemed like a great fit, may need an update a few years down the line

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he kids were getting bigger and the small living room in our old 1930s house was very small,’ says Karen van Tongeren. ‘We needed more space, and this townhouse in central Haarlem fitted the bill. We had three months before we moved in, so rather than make any big structural changes, we decided to focus on redecorating – replacing the floors and painting every square inch. Many of our neighbours had ripped out original features in their houses, but details, such as the hallway’s floral tiles, the big arched window in the living room, and the lily details that are carved into the glass on each interior door, are the things we fell in love with when we first saw the house. We wanted to keep these, and we still cherish them today. Originally, the large open-plan living and dining space worked perfectly for family life, but after a couple of years we decided to break up that big open space, so we fitted floor-to-ceiling bookcases that act as a visual divide between the two rooms. This was a great solution for a while, but as the kids got older and started having friends over more and more, we ended up adding steel-framed doors as a noise barrier, so Luc and I can eat in peace in the dining room while the kids watch TV or hang out next door. Although the house is currently decorated in a neutral palette, I’d like to start experimenting more. I feel I’m playing it a little safe, particularly when it comes to my colour choices. I am getting braver, and now I feel ready to introduce a bit more colour. At Christmastime the dividing doors between the living and dining rooms are flung wide open so the family can spend as much time together as possible. I love all the preparations leading up to the big event – making everything nice and cosy, bringing out the candles and stocking up on firewood. Time spent with family and friends is what Christmas is about for me.’

Christmas tree ‘Our first year here, I got so excited about the high ceilings that we ended up getting a tree that was way too big. Now we go for a tree that’s tall and narrow.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Try glittered Black baubles, £25 for 12, Cox & Cox. Gold star garland, £9.95, Graham and Green, is similar

REAL HOME The floral patterns of the original tiles are repeated throughout the house

TALL DOORS Create a sense of grandeur

Living room

Hallway

The steel-framed doors act as a noise barrier when the kids are watching TV on one side and Karen and Luc are eating dinner on the other. BUY THE KEY PIECES Black Soho W4 room divider set, £565, Sethcodoorstore, has this look

‘The staircase is original, but it took a lot of work stripping layer after layer of old paint before giving it a fresh coat. We kept the handrail in wood, as it’s likely this is how it would have been originally.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Similar sized planter, £100, Design Vintage

I’ve played it a little too safe “when it comes to colour, but I’m ready to be braver with my design choices

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BLACK FRAME Provides a contemporary contrast to the period details

Dining room ‘When we divided up this space, we added bookcases, which we wanted to look like they’d been part of the house for the last 100 years.’ Later, the steel-framed doors were added, too. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try Brooklyn cone pendants, £69 each, Industville. Extra large Hempy jute rug, £399, La Redoute, is a good match

Living room Karen has stuck to a winning formula of Scandi simplicity teamed with boho touches to create a cosy vibe in the high-ceilinged living space. BUY THE KEY PIECES HK Living Black wicker lamp, ÂŁ265, Nordic Nest. Milla coffee table, ÂŁ379, Tikamoon, is a good alternative for here

BLACK PENDANT Adds drama and links to the steelframed doors

REAL HOME

Living room

Love KAREN’S STYLE?

Turn to page 33 to shop the look

A fireplace was high on Karen and Luc’s wish list. ‘The open fire is perfect for creating a cosy atmosphere during the long winter months. And the new bookcases also act as a log store.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Rattan ball lounge chair, £265, Folk Interiors, is comparable. Granada large weathered terracotta urn vase, £114, Artisanti, would work here

OVERSIZED HOUSEPLANT Sculptural leaves complement a minimalist look

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Conservatory ‘This is a super cosy room – it’s a great place to close the sliding doors and withdraw to if you need a moment of peace and quiet, or if you want to chat to whoever’s in the kitchen.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Jack sofa in velvet Grey, Sofa.com, is similar. For the walls, try Down Pipe, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Gold Merry Christmas garland, Notonthehigh street.com, is an alternative GALLERY WALL Mix in mirrors to add interest to an art display

REAL HOME

‘I love the cosy feeling of candlelight’

Conservatory

Kitchen

Karen and Luc fell in love with the house’s period details, such as the lily motifs that are carved into doors and etched onto the glass panes. So, instead of removing them during the renovation, they retained them as features in the newly decorated spaces. BUY THE KEY PIECES Try Bow large Arc floor lamp in copper and white marble, £149, Made. The Damien round side table, £156, Nest, is similar

‘A black kitchen might be bang-on-trend now, but it was still quite a daring choice when we chose it eight years ago.’ Karen and Luc got a stonemason to colour-match the flooring to the original granite floor in the hallway. BUY THE KEY PIECES For a similar kitchen, try Askersund base units, from £575 for eight cabinets; Kungsbacka Anthracite wall units, from £750 for eight cabinets, both Ikea

Christmas is my favourite “time of year as it’s all about being together, candles and hygge for an entire month

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Gold decorations glam up Karen’s neutral scheme

Main bedroom

Home office

The cabinet was painted to match Karen’s neutral scheme, and an industrialstyle mirror echoes the steel-framed doors elsewhere. BUY THE KEY PIECES Karina rattan chair, £230, Perch & Parrow, would work here. Try Newton mirror, £153, Maisons du Monde

Perfect for a spot of home working, the main bedroom office has beautiful views over the rear garden. BUY THE KEY PIECES White/ oak Highbury trestle desk, £349, Bombinate, has this style. Try Wells bubble vase, £36, Garden Trading at Naken Interiors

WHAT I LEARNED

I wish we’d thought “about minimising noise in the house. Being an old property with high ceilings, the noise echoes in certain rooms

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FEATURE CHANTAL HINTZE/FEATURES & MORE, KAREN WILSON PHOTOGRAPHS RENEE FRINKING/ FEATURES & MORE STYLING WILMA CUSTERS/FEATURES & MORE PLANS AGENCY SERVICE

REAL HOME

Main bedroom Soft colours and a mix of textures help to make the large bedroom feel cosier. Glazed doors screen off a separate office space, which overlooks the rear garden. BUY THE KEY PIECES Similar macramé wall hanging, from £45, Etsy. Carlton adjustable copper desk lamp, £22, Dunelm, is a budget alternative. Try Blush linen duvet cover, from £80, La Redoute

LAYERED BEDDING Mix textures, such as linen and velvet, for a relaxed look

REAL HOME

Make it work for you KAREN’S STYLE: GLOBAL TEXTURES

Natural materials and botanical motifs team with warm pops of mustard and polished gold for a contemporary look

MY GO-TO STORES…

BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION Astrocaryum vulgare Martius poster, from £6.95, Juniqe

LOODS 5 For fab Dutch design trends.

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SISSY BOY I love the quirky home accessories.

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HK LIVING Great for sleek Dutch design and UK stockists.

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FONQ My top choice for good value interiors shopping from the comfort of your own home.

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A large mirror always makes a room appear bigger

ECLECTIC CHOICE Candleholder, £28, Rockett St George

POLISHED SURFACE Midas metal floor lamp, £79, Cult Furniture

FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT

TROPICAL LEAVES Artificial Calathea house plant, £78, Audenza

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NEUTRAL TONES Samona chaise end sofa in Natural cotton and linen mix, £1,499, Made

STYLIST’S NOTE

Boost a neutral scheme with plenty of texture, from tactile fabrics to woven pendant lights that cast dappled shadows throughout the day

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TACTILE FABRICS Matt velvet cushion in Mustard, £7, Argos

CELESTIAL SHAPES Hammered moon & stars garland, £20, Cox & Cox

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Mother-of-pearl console, £795; large bell jar, £85, all Graham and Green. Fairy lights (in jar), £20, Nordic House, are similar. Lion statue, £59, Fruugo

Welcoming glow Bell jars filled with basic white baubles and a string of micro fairy lights are all you need. Arrange groups of different-sized jars on a console, sideboard or windowsill.

STYLE SECRETS

SPARKLE & SHINE Upgrade your Christmas look with simple but sophisticated decorating ideas that elevate a neutral backdrop with forest greens, gleaming metallics and magical frosted finishes

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STYLE & DECOR

REFLECTED WREATH Hung over a mirror, it doubles the greenery

Mantel moment Festooned foliage highlights a loosely symmetrical arrangement of lanterns and candlesticks in shining silver and glass. Put the tallest pieces at the ends for a balanced effect.

Pre-lit Green pine cone wreath, £50; frosted Green pre-lit garland, £65; fireside lanterns, £30 each, all The White Company

STYLE & DECOR

Focus on foliage Create impact with fewer, but bigger, decorations rather than lots of little bits. In this space, a height-filling tree and voluminous garland is all it takes.

GOLDEN ACCENTS Match to your table candlesticks for a simple look

Walls in Labrador Sands 6 matt emulsion, £29.19 for 2.5ltr, B&Q. Table, location’s own. Chairs, from £560 each, from a selection at The Conran Shop. 7.5ft Vermont White Spruce artificial tree with LED lights, £849, Balsam Hill. Beatrice mirror, £335, Lucy Willow. (On mantel) Mbata candelabra and candlesticks, from £24.95 each, all Nkuku.

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Candles, £4.99 for four, Gisela Graham. Wire LED lights, £10.50, Talking Tables. (On table) Mbata cluster candlestick, £69.95, Nkuku. LSA International cake stand and dome, £75, Amara. Freya 16-piece dinner set, £55, Next Home. Cornman 16-piece cutlery set, £46.99, Wayfair. Latha place mats, £64 for four, Kalinko. Vita wine glasses, £22 for two;

napkins, £22.50 for two, all Nordic House. Christmas cake, £36, Meg Rivers. Wreath Christmas crackers, £39.60 for six, The Handmade Cracker Company. (On tree) Ngoni star tree topper, £19.95, Nkuku. Tree decorations, from a selection at Gisela Graham. Wrapping paper, and ribbon, from a selection at Cox & Cox

Scene setting Gold cutlery, pretty crackers and a glittering leaf garland bring a sense of celebration to the dining table.

RIBBON TIE Add a star gift tag to label each diner’s place

Tablecloth in Pure Net Ceiling applique fabric in Barley, £139m, Morris & Co. Champagne glitter leaf garland, £16.50, eBay. Oslo cutlery in Matt Gold, £57.50 for a five-piece set; Abbesses large plate, £15, both Canvas Home. Metallic ribbon from a selection at VV Rouleaux

ANTIQUED MIRROR WALLPAPER Uses period character to make a modern statement

Simple swags Pre-lit garlands, tied at intervals with super-wide ribbon, dress a traditional staircase beautifully.

19th-century piano stool, Puckhaber Decorative Antiques. Antique mirror wallpaper in Silver 92/2009, ÂŁ85 a roll, Cole & Son. 6ft Fir garland with LED lights, ÂŁ79, Balsam Hill. Ribbon, from a selection, VV Rouleaux. Grey rug, from a selection, Design Vintage

STYLE & DECOR

Quick style-ups

FEATURE NICKY PHILLIPS STYLING GEMMA GEAR PHOTOGRAPHS JOANNA HENDERSON, TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM

(Clockwise, from top left) Group your most beautiful baubles onto a worn metal tray, sticking to glass, white and metallic decs; tie special gifts with wide satin, embroidered or grosgrain ribbon for a luxe touch; brush PVA glue onto the ends of white labels, cover with gold glitter and use a gold pen to add the recipientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name; go big on candlelight at the table with a statement candelabra, candlesticks or a row of gilded votives.

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Kitchen steps Paula’s bookcase steps were made bespoke by a furniture maker. She treated the solid oak floor with hard wax oil containing a wood-aging agent. BUY THE KEY PIECES The Palais De Versailles Daddy Gold armchair, £758, The French Bedroom Company, is a match

Full of cheer

Paula and Matthew Gowar rescued a Victorian house in a sorry state and slowly brought it back to life with clever, creative ideas and lots of colour and sparkle

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REAL HOME

Living room

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‘It takes a brave husband to let you paint the living room pink!’ says Paula, who reupholstered the antique sofa and found the Moroccan tray table in a junk shop. ‘Finding the perfect vintage piece is what makes me tick.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Flowers in a Vase print, from £90, National Gallery at Surface View. Rug, £4,964, Suzy Hoodless at The Rug Company

DIY PANELLING Made from MDF sheets

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late Victorian house in north London.

THE VALUE Similar properties in the area cost around £1.35 million. Interior designer Paula Gowar lives here with her husband Matthew, a creative director, and their children Farrah and Caspar.

THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom, five-storey

Take a quick tour... BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM

SECOND FLOOR

MASTER BEDROOM STUDY

FIRST FLOOR

KITCHEN

LIVING ROOM

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I approached this house like a fashion designer taking a classic little black dress, deconstructing it, then adding killer satin heels

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aula and Matthew Gowar embarked on a labourof-love restoration when they moved into their home a decade ago. It hadn’t been touched for 40 years: ‘Every room was a 1970s throwback of patterned carpets, woodchip and flowery wallpaper. We installed central heating and moved in three days before Christmas. Caspar arrived two weeks later,’ says Paula. ‘I drew up the plans for six separate stages of planning applications, including a glass side-return extension.’ Growing up, she had seen her father run his construction company and developed a passion for spatial planning. She now works as an interior designer (balancedesign. co.uk) and Matthew is the founder of Range Left Graphic Design Studio, so the couple had plenty of ideas. However, when the extension’s shell was finished, they hit a cashflow crisis: ‘We continued to live in the rest of the house, doing work as and when funds permitted. I remember all four of us living in one room while the rest of the house was plastered. We had a two-ring hob and I cooked all over the house. I even made a cake in the hallway once!’ Further structural work followed, including underpinning the basement and redoing the roof. ‘We had a few dramas during the following wet summer when the top floor became waterlogged and the ceiling of Caspar’s bedroom caved in.’ Their renovation story will enliven dinner parties for years to come. ‘I was able to tackle lots of work myself,’ says Paula, ‘from repairing cornicing to creating period-style panelling and laying a parquet floor salvaged from Matthew’s mother’s house.’ Now the house is done, they love to go all-out for Christmas: ‘I like opulence with lashings of indulgence,’ says Paula. ‘I’m a bit of a magpie and love shiny things. I love scattering glass votives in the bay window and admiring the twinkling light.’

REAL HOME

GIANT DECS Hang in groups for over-thetop impact

Hallway The hallway has calm grey tones with a citrus punch. ‘It conjures feelings of cosiness for welcoming friends.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Carron Design tiles, from £314sq m, Tiled Perfection. Hammer Carpets Supreme Boucle carpet runner, £34.50sq m, MP Jones Flooring. Cotton Ochre border, £16.80m, Alternative Flooring is similar

Kitchen

BAUBLE DROPS Pin clusters to ribbon and finish with a star dec

‘This room had 1970s ceiling tiles, which I took down and reused on the walls. I stuck them to MDF panels, making sure they all matched up like a huge jigsaw, then painted them.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Anaglypta Amber wallpaper, £10.99, Select Wallpaper, is a match. Heart Cone chair by Verner Panton for Vitra £2,329, The Conran Shop

REAL HOME

Quirky lamps stand out in the main bedroom

Kitchen A framed vintage Hermès scarf creates a focal point in the seating area. ‘I like the simplicity of white with a strong colour.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES The 6ft flocked artificial Christmas tree, £65, Wilko is similar

Kitchen ‘The cabinets were made from MDF by a carpenter, and sprayed with a gloss finish. The black cabinet conceals switches and provides extra storage. We picked up the 1950s dining table and chairs from a bric-a-brac shop.’

BUY THE KEY PIECES Robert Heritage walnut and teak dining table for Archie Shine, circa 1960, £1,195, Vinterior, is similar. The large coloured altar candles, £11 each, Holyart, are a match. Meri Meri Santa crackers, £22 for six, Scandiborn, would work here

We created a “ glam finish with real drama that adds to the original features

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Fuchsia accents bring the walnutclad walls to life in the den

Home office A vintage draper’s chest, painted in bright yellow, adds energy to this space. Paula made the Roman blind herself using Ikea fabric. BUY THE KEY PIECES Bespoke draper’s cabinet, £1,760, Vinterior, is a match

Paula customised red shelving units with red painted MDF inserts and a radiator cover. ‘The den is my favourite room,’ she says, ‘warm and cosy like a walnut envelope, with a pop of tomato red to make a strong statement. I love the shelving unit – it disguises the radiator, turning something

functional into something really lovely.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Type 02 bookcase in Red is similar, £1,028, Tylko. Soderhamn corner sofa, £805, Ikea. The Kaleidoscope cushions, £57 each, Anthropologie, are similar. Original 1960s Verner Panton Moon lamp for Louis Poulsen, £1,133, Vinterior. Silver fox ornament £24, Jonathan Adler

I like modern, decorative “style, it has to be practical and comfortable ”

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FEATURE NATALIE FLAUM STYLING MARIANNE COTTERILL PHOTOGRAPHS JAMES MERRELL PLANS AGENCY SERVICE

Den

REAL HOME

WHAT I’VE LEARNED

I’d have to look “at Knowing my work every day made me take my time. I’m a dab hand at carpentry and painting, and doing the decorating work myself meant the finish was as good as it can be

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UPCYCLED CHAIR A vintage piece, reupholstered in gold leather

Master bedroom A mix of 19th-century furniture and modern pieces creates a dramatic look. ‘We left the stripped cornice unpainted for a “chateau” look that works well with the 1940s chandelier.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES For a similar bed, try the Noir, £1,299, Love French Interiors. Thomas Eyck Urchin pouf, £495, Iconic Dutch

REAL HOME

Make it work for you PAULA’S STYLE: MODERN ECLECTIC MY GO-TO STORES…

A subtle backdrop creates a gallery-like space to showcase contemporary designer pieces among unique vintage treasures

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PAST CARING Retro furniture and lighting store, where I found my 1970s chandelier. Instagram: @past_ caring_islington.

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CARAVANE I love the bohemian French homeware, especially the linen.

Create a magical atmosphere with candles at varied heights

TIMELESS STATEMENT Caledon Grand chandelier, £1,275, Lime Lace

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ALFIES ANTIQUES MARKET Beautiful vintage lighting and furniture from around the world.

HOT SPOT Fuchsia velvet cushion, £45, Heal’s

DRAMATIC EFFECT Flowers in a Vase with Shells and Insects by Balthasar Van der Ast mural, from £40sq m, Surface View

DESIGN STATEMENT EDG Drape Ondulation vase, £98, Latzio Living

FEATURE MICHELA COLLING

CLASSIC CURVES Young Bean sofa, from £1,745, Loaf

STYLIST’S NOTE

LOW LEVEL Tobias metal side table with tray, £108.99, Wayfair

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With white as the main base for your home, texture is key, from relief pattern on wallpaper to gloss finishes to contrast with matt walls

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STYLE EDITOR, MICHELA COLLING

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ALL WHITE Snowflake feather fan, £15, Paper Dreams

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GIANT WREATH

FEATURE NICKY PHILLIPS STYLIST GEMMA GEAR PHOTOGRAPH JOANNA HENDERSON

Rethink this classic festive feature by draping dried foliage and pretty ribbon around a wooden hoop

COLOUR POP Co-ordinate lengths of trailing ribbon with your Christmas colour scheme or home décor

Statement mantelpiece

Handmade floral wreath with dried and preserved foliage, from £40 for 10in wreath, Birch & Bloom

Replace an above-mantel mirror with an attention-grabbing wreath during the festive season. Take a wooden hoop and entwine dried foliage onto the bottom two thirds, using florist’s wire. Finish with battery-powered fairy lights wrapped around the wreath and a flourish of ribbon lengths, trailing down to the mantel.

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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE SLEEP TIGHT Paint your bedroom in a soothing shade. Walls in Blue Gravel easyclean® matt, £25 for 2.5ltr, Crown

PAINT MADE EASY

ne of the best parts of designing our interiors is all the fabulous decisions we get to make when it comes to the materials, colours and furnishings. From the layout to colour schemes and furniture, these choices are important, as they determine how we feel about our homes and the environment in which we live. Among all those choices is one that’s very easy to get right: the paint. Yes, there’s a lot of products on the market, but if you live in a busy family home and want to be rid of grubby ﬁngerprints, knocks and scrapes, then opting for

a tough, washable paint will keep your walls looking their best for years to come. We’re not just talking about any washable paint, either – Crown’s easyclean® range has been formulated for repetitive cleaning and produced winning results when tested for its stain- and scrub-resistance. The product is also a whopping 200 times tougher and more washable than standard matt paint, which means you can easily wipe off marks and dirt time and time again, without damaging your paintwork. Whether it’s a high-traffic area, such as a hallway, which can be prone to

knocks and scuffs, a kitchen where splashes and spills are common, or a kid’s bedroom where you’re likely to ﬁnd the odd handprint, this versatile paint can be used on multiple surfaces – from wood and walls to metalwork. You won’t be let down on the choice of colours either, as the easyclean® range features 50 stylish shades. So, whether you’re after soothing blues, calming greens, something more vibrant or a timeless, neutral shade, this quality paint will treat your walls to good looks that last, whatever your style.

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Treat your walls to a range that’s tough on scuffs

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Don’t take our word for it – Mumsnet has awarded Crown’s easyclean® range its coveted ‘Rated’ badge*. ‘The paint goes on well, dries quickly, smells nice and you can wipe marks off without damaging the paint surface,’ says one Mumsnet user. Intrigued? Grab a sample and ﬁnd out about its winning results for yourself.

INSIDE OUT Be inspired by nature’s palette. Walls in Mellow Sage easyclean® matt, £25 for 2.5ltr, Crown

PRETTY IN PINK Pair with jewel green accessories. Walls in Crème de la Rose easyclean® matt, £25 for 2.5ltr, Crown

£3,000 OF PAINT TO BE WON If you’re feeling inspired to paint your home, then this could be your lucky day! Crown is giving 20 winners each £150 worth of paint from its fabulous, and tough-on-scuffs, easyclean® range. You can choose what colours you receive, and you’ll have enough litreage to paint two-to-three average-sized rooms – perfect for giving your home a well-deserved facelift.

HOW TO ENTER To be in with a chance of winning this great prize, head online to comps.ideal home.co.uk/crown1 and answer the question below. Good luck! In which county is Bath? A Hampshire B Somerset C Berkshire

TERMS AND CONDITIONS For full details go to futureplc.com/competition-rules/. Entry implies acceptance to these rules. For website rules of play, go to futureplc.com/ terms-conditions/. The promoter is Future PLC and Crown is the supplier of the prize. In the event of a conflict between the terms and conditions in this promotional material and our standard terms and conditions, the former shall prevail. Twenty winners will each be awarded a unique evoucher/discount code worth £150 to use on the Crown website. This competition is open from 9am on 3 December and closes at 11.59pm on 7 January 2021.

WHERE TO BUY Find the easyclean® range at crownpaints.co.uk, Homebase and leading independent decorating stores.

HOW TO CREATE A CARD DISPLAY Give special Christmas cards pride of place with these clever and beautiful ideas

Decorate twigs Pop branches into a heavybottomed vase. Peg cards onto the twigs and place the vase on an occasional table or sideboard to create an eye-catching festive feature.

Loutro vase, £75, Oka. Cards, all Papier. Desk tray, £295, Amara. Paper star, £4.95, Berylune. Bauble candle, £34, Nordic House. Rattan sideboard, £725, Graham & Green

STYLE & DECOR Teal velvet ribbon, from a selection at Jane Means. Bulldog clips ÂŁ6.99 for 15, Amazon.co.uk. Christmas cards, all Papier

Fix cards in place with cute mini bulldog clips

Hang on the door Leave your mantelpiece free for foliage, utilising usually un-decorated doors instead. Attach lengths of velvet ribbon to the top of the door with a staple gun or drawing pins. IDEALHOME.CO.UK | JANUARY 2021

Create a focal point Pin cards along ribbon, strung vertically across a gold hoop. For a finishing flourish, top with some fresh foliage tied in place with floristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wire.

For a similar gold hoop, try Etsy

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Choose a ribbon that will stand out against your wall colour

STYLE & DECOR

FEATURE NICKY PHILLIPS STYLING GEMMA GEAR PHOTOGRAPHS JOANNA HENDERSON, TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM

Pick old shutters up at a salvage yard or buy new from a DIY store and paint yourself

Tuck into shutters Insert cards into louvred shutters for a creative display. Prop on a mantel as part of a larger Christmas arrangement with candles and a festive garland.

All is calm

Whites, greys and soft pinks provide the backdrop to Lykke Hindsberg and Thomas Skovboe’s collection of inherited and contemporary pieces – and we feel more relaxed just looking at it…

Love LYKKE’S STYLE?

Turn to page 73 to shop the look

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REAL HOME

Living room PAINTED LEGS Sprayed black to match the coffee table

‘The original stained-glass window on the left inspired the pink accent colours. It creates a beautiful effect when the sunlight pours through.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Rustic Textures RUS07 rug, from £139.99, Rugs Direct, is similar. Black Pill coffee table, £150, Next Home, is a match. PK22 chair, £349, Pash Classics. Try whitewashed chevron oak, £61.99sq m, Direct Wood

Welcome to my home

THE PROPERTY A 1920s villa in Vanløse, Greater Copenhagen, bought in 2014.

Lykke Hindsberg, a lifestyle blogger, lives here with her husband Thomas Skovboe, who works in finance, and their two children Philip, five, and Frederik, six.

W Take a quick tour... BEDROOM

BEDROOM

FIRST FLOOR

LIVING ROOM

KITCHEN

DINING ROOM

OFFICE

GROUND FLOOR

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“

The fact that everything in this house needed a loving hand appealed to us, as we could get it exactly as we wanted

”

hen Lykke and Thomas decided to start a family, their hearts were set on a period house with a big garden. A 100-year-old detached villa in Vanløse, Copenhagen, ticked all the boxes. They were charmed by its stainedglass windows, ornate ceilings and three interlinking reception rooms. ‘It hadn’t been touched for 50 years and still had the original kitchen,’ says Lykke (lykkestunder.dk). ‘There was ancient hessian covering all the walls and water damage in the living room.’ Upstairs, two rooms have been knocked together to create a spacious new bathroom, while a ground-floor bathroom has been transformed into the kitchen. ‘We removed a wall between that and the dining room to make the spaces flow. What works well is the open-plan feel, but the glazed internal doors mean the reception rooms can be closed off from each other, too. There’s room for play, entertaining, relaxing and eating all at the same time,’ says Lykke. A palette of white, grey, beige and pink has been used throughout, while furniture inherited from Lykke’s grandparents is mixed with modern designs and lots of textures, for a homely feel. ‘Furniture and accessories have to be more than just beautiful; they should serve a purpose. I like to change up accessories and restyle in a calm and simple way. To break things up, I’ll group items in similar tones but with different finishes.’ A neutral backdrop works well for the Christmas decorations Lykke makes using natural materials from the garden and a nearby forest, which fill the house with the scents of spruce and pine cones. ‘For the whole year I look forward to getting started on them. It makes the short days of winter a lot more fun when you have some good old traditions to hold onto and look forward to.’

REAL HOME

FORAGED DISPLAY Twigs hung with festive decorations are a quick and easy way to decorate

Living room ‘I’ve always wanted a corner sofa where all four of us can sit together. The removable covers on this one are so practical with little boys.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Soderhamn corner sofa, £965, Ikea. Alva cushion cover, £55, Broste Copenhagen, is similar. Lauri Black vase, £59.99, Beliani, is comparable. Try the White resin bird decoration, £6.99, Gisela Graham

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Dining room ‘Every time I’ve painted this room a darker colour, it isn’t long before I paint it lighter again. Maybe it’s because our winter months are so dark that I prefer paler tones indoors.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Blackened estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball, is a match

TREE MAT Protects wooden flooring from scratches

REAL HOME ‘Dried lichen ties the napkins and the kids’ seats are marked with candy canes’

WALL LIGHT Turns this space into a cosy reading corner

CORIAN SURFACES Blend in with the units for an uninterrupted finish

Dining room

The couple have constructed a daybed using a frame made by a local blacksmith, a wooden board from a DIY store and a mattress. ‘It feels much cosier after adding grey and dusty-pink cushions.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Kamen twin daybed, £177.99, Wayfair, would work here. Blane metal wall lamp, £89, Cult Furniture, is a good alternative

‘Grey and white bind everything together. I like that common thread throughout the house.’ The low, built-in bookcase under the window was bespoke and also acts as a radiator cover. ‘It was painted the same colour as the walls to blend in.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES The Grain Muuto pendant, £109, Connox. Lyon wall light, £134, Made In Design, is similar

I prefer a subdued colour “scheme, and I’m fond of pink, which compliments a monochrome palette

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We designed the kitchen to “ maximise the lovely views of the garden and changing seasons while preparing food

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Kitchen

FLOOR CHANGE Signals the transition from functional to living space

‘We wanted the kitchen to be a part of the dining room, so knocked through this wall where a bathroom used to be. The units are mostly made up of drawers for easy access.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Infinity J pull kitchen, from £1,588, Wren Kitchens, has this style. St Antoine display case, £1,082, Maisons du Monde, is a good alternative

REAL HOME

BESPOKE UNITS Fill the whole wall to maximise storage in a small kitchen

Kitchen ‘Everything is white in here; units, worktops, floor tiles and pendant lights, so I painted one wall on the left in a warm brown shade to contrast.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Antique candlestick, £24.95, John Lewis & Partners, would work in this scheme

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REAL HOME

TASK LIGHTS For bedtime reading where there’s no space for large bedside tables

Frederik’s room

Master bedroom

Bathroom

Lykke mixed her own colour from leftover paint. ‘That way you know its tone works with the rest of the house. I used to have more artwork in here, but it feels calmer without.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES 204 double wall light by DCW éditions, £596, Made In Design

Two small rooms were knocked together into a spacious bathroom with an all-white scheme. ‘There’s lots of room at bath time for our two boys to play.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Arezzo wet room screen, £169.95, Victorian Plumbing, is similar

WHAT I’VE LEARNED

is one of the easiest ways to “givePaint old things new life. I spray-paint vases if the colour doesn’t match, and have painted sofa and chair legs black to fit better

”

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SMALL RUG Makes a luxurious bath mat

FEATURE KAREN WILSON STYLING AND PHOTOGRAPHS LENE SAMSØ AT HOUSE OF PICTURES

‘The boys each have their own little tree, which they’ve decorated themselves.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES For similar, try Nordic Planet pendant lights, £44.99 each, HomeLava. Hopscotch rug, £94, Fy!, would work here

REAL HOME

Make it work for you LYKKE’S STYLE: ROSE-TINTED THEME MY GO-TO STORES…

Black accent pieces create contrast in a calm neutral scheme, with touches of softest pink to bring a warm, rosy glow

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TINYTINY.DK This Danish website reveals new and exciting homeware every month.

Add a festive mood with glass baubles and paper decs

SWING ACTION Lana wall light, £185, Mink Interiors

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FEATURE LISA FAZZANI

UNIKA:K Unique Danish ceramics. I like to combine new and old for a dynamic and interesting feel.

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IKEA Always great for basics, but also some lovely trad-style Scandi pieces too. TACTILE TASSELS Macramé cushion, £22, Next

PAPER PLAY Kirigami snowflake, £19.50 for two, Cox & Cox

RUSTIC GREENERY Pre-lit pine cone wreath, £50, The White Company

FADED CHARM Louis de Poortere Atlantic Streaks Coney Grey rug, from £160, Modish Living

SUBTLE SHADE Dusk vase, £50, LSA International

LOW-SLUNG West Elm Slope lounge chair £499, John Lewis & Partners

STYLIST’S NOTE

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A backdrop of muted colours allows architectural details to take centre stage, from decorative plasterwork and cornices, to wooden mouldings and panelling LISA FAZZANI, ACTING FEATURES EDITOR

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SPARKLE & SHINE Pink beaded bauble, £20 for two, Amara

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Dream KITCHENS. MADE REAL.

Choose from over 50 beautiful styles, all with up to5 years interest free finance and backed by a guarantee of up to 15 years. Book your free virtual or instore design consultation at homebase.co.uk

Rose Gold Mercury Champagne flutes and wine glasses, £4 each; tumblers, £3 each, all Matalan. Gold satin luxe latex balloons, £2.49 for six, Partyrama

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 SEE IN THE NEW YEAR IN STYLE The celebrations might be smaller this year, but

that’s no reason to rein it in. Go big with luxe gold balloons, sparklers and fizz to create an instant party vibe at home. Inflate balloons with helium, so they’ll float up to the ceiling.

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STYLE & DECOR

2 ENJOY COSY SUPPERS Make better use of space in a small dining room by switching to a circular dining table rather than a long, rectangular design. They’re compact, sociable to sit around and have no sharp corners to bash into.

RAISE YOUR GLASSES Invest in extra glassware so you have the right glass to hand, whether it’s cocktails or champers. Choose gilt-edged, cut-glass or faceted designs for extra glitz and sparkle. Elysia Martini glass; Elysia Champagne coupe, both £5 for two, Dunelm

Silver mats, £38 for two; Midnight Blue napkins, £25 for four; Champagne coupes, £40 for two, all The White Company

4 GO FOR POSH CRACKERS Swap cheap and cheerful novelty crackers for a glam, grown-up alternative. These chic crackers feature gold paper hats, a cheeky joke and a luxe gift inside.

Two-tone Gold Star luxury crackers, £38 for six, Rockett St George

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STYLE & DECOR Lit Tree wall hanging, £75, Cox & Cox

5 SAVE SPACE WITH A WALL HANGING If a full-sized tree is too much of a squeeze, get your festive ﬁx with a 2D alternative. This canvas wall hanging is back-lit by LED bulbs to create a Christmassy centrepiece. It’s mains operated; simply hang it up and switch it on.

6 SERVE DRINKS IN STYLE Invest in a mirrored tray or two – handy when you’re serving drinks and nibbles, or brilliant as a table centrepiece stacked with glassware and sparkly baubles. Mercury Silver stemless ﬂutes, £6 each; tray, £30, all John Lewis & Partners

Gold Sparkle dinnerware, £25 for 12-piece set, Wilko

7 STOCK UP ON DINNERWARE If you’re running low,

pick up a box on the supermarket run. Mix a glitzy pattern with plain china, or buy a simple style to add to your patterned set.

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Anderson extending table, £450; Zola wool-blend chairs, £200 for two, all Next Home

8 TOP THE TABLE WITH FLOWERS Decorate with blooms for a sumptuous mood after dark. Make a centrepiece with hydrangeas, fir and eucalyptus, lit with simple white candles.

9 PAINT YOUR ROOM A MOODY BLUE Dark walls ensure rooms that don’t get much natural light are cosy. Try navy blue in a dining space, with walnut furniture and gold and glass accents.

Try Midnight Navy Easyclean paint, £25 for 2.5ltr, Crown

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TruGlow LED pillar candles, from £7.99; ball candles, £25.99 for four, all Lights4Fun

GO FAUX WITH ‘NO-FLAME’ CANDLES Get your hallway aglow without the worry of leaving lit candles unattended. These clever LED candles mimic the eﬀect of a real ﬂame but are battery-operated, so an ultra-safe option.

11 HANG PAPER STARS AT A WINDOW Ditch the gloss and glitter and go back to basics with simple paper decorations. Pretty up a window by suspending a few at staggered heights so they can be seen inside and out. Paper stars and snowﬂakes, £6.18 each, Sostrene Grene

12 WHEEL OUT A BAR CART Set up a makeshift bar on a trolley, so you can wheel in the drinks after dinner. Opt for a mini model if you don’t have space for a full-sized cocktail trolley. It can double up as a side table when not being used.

Round drinks trolley, £325, The White Company

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English Pewter Company stag mini decanter and glass set, £115, John Lewis & Partners

SET UP A MINI BUFFET Rather than overcrowding the dinner table with bottles and serving dishes, make space on a sideboard or table to set up a bar or leave desserts and cheese out for after dinner.

ADD SIMPLE FINISHING TOUCHES

15 ENJOY A WINTER WARMER Brandy warmer, £44, Lakeland

Keep mulled wine or spiced brandy toasty with this tabletop warmer. The glass carafe rests on an ornate stand with a tea light underneath, so you can enjoy a tipple at the perfect temperature.

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Stanley Stripe fabric, £54.50m, Ian Mankin

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Go for an understated table look with a rustic woollen runner in a subtle grey stripe. Make place settings by tying folded matching napkins with ribbon, tucking cutlery inside and topping with a sprig of eucalyptus.

16 GO BIG WITH A GARLAND Leave space for the festive feast by opting for an overhead

Tablecloth and runner, from £8.99 each; stag place-card holders, £8.99 for two; cake stand, £12.99, all H&M

centrepiece rather than a table-top decoration. Suspend a wicker garland from the ceiling and decorate with trailing ivy and hanging baubles – candles optional.

Simple elegance Calsey Banks and Mickey Figures found that a calm, neutral colour palette works best in a small home, but that doesn’t mean the décor can’t make a big impression…

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Living room ‘I love bright, white rooms, but they can feel stark – especially if you have black accessories. Using texture and detail on the walls and floor, and adding caramel and taupe colours visually warmed up this room.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Alexa four-seater sofa, £999; footstool, £289, both Sofology. White flower tree decorations, £2.99 each, Tony Almond. For a similar rug, try the Shaggy Ebba rug, £322.95, Benuta. Aztec Natural cushion, £16, Cushions.co.uk, is a good match

SUPERSIZE FLOWERS Try this US trend to make an impact with your tree

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semi-detached house in Great Barr, Birmingham.

THE VALUE Bought for £200,000 in 2018; now worth £280,000.

Calsey Banks, a personal assistant, lives here with her partner Mickey Figures, an electrician.

THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom 1950s

W Take a quick tour... BATHROOM OFFICE

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There were a few tears and tantrums along the way, but I love the calm, relaxed home that we’ve created

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hen Calsey and Mickey first viewed this house, it didn’t exactly blow them away. ‘It wasn’t love at first sight,’ says Calsey. ‘We’d been looking for a place to buy together for a while and although the location was lovely, the exterior of this house wasn’t. Also, it had been empty for 10 months and clearly hadn’t been updated for a lot longer, so I didn’t have high hopes before I stepped inside. But, when I did, I could see it had good bones and could be a beautiful home. Looking beyond the mouldy carpets and swirly wallpaper, I knew what needed doing to make it a modern space that would work with our busy lifestyle. Other house viewers couldn’t see beyond the terrible décor and bad space planning, but I knew all it needed was a little thought and some love and attention.’ The house isn’t huge, so the couple had to think carefully about how to make the most of its footprint. ‘This meant putting new walls up as well as knocking some down,’ says Calsey. ‘The kitchen was tiny, but the living room was long and narrow. I wanted to create a smaller, cosier space, so we put in a dividing wall and knocked through to give the kitchen a dining area. We also rebuilt a bedroom wall and knocked down a small wall in the bathroom. When it came to the décor, I wanted Scandi elements, with graphic shapes and black accessories to give it an edge. I love moving things around to see how they look in a different room or from a different angle. I’ve kept memories of my journey on Instagram (@at.home.with.missb). We stayed with Mickey’s parents while doing the work ourselves, and I decided I wanted to be in by Christmas, which only gave us three months. Luckily, we worked together really well to get it finished on time. ’

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ACCESSORY TRIO Choose items with different heights to make it balanced

Living room ‘Elegant and simple, this Chinese cabinet gives us plenty of good-looking storage. I love the bold shapes the vases and candleholder make against the white wall.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Qing black and gilt medium cabinet, £359, The Nine Schools. For a similar jug, try the Antigone carafe, £70, La Redoute. Black leaf tea light holder, £49, MyHaus

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Dining area ROUND MIRRORS Break up the straight lines of a gallery wall

‘We made this table by gluing scaffold boards together and then attaching trapezium legs; it adds an industrial twist to the room.’ The bench is a great space saver, pushed against the wall when not needed. BUY THE KEY PIECES Trapezium dining table legs, £124.95 for two, The Hairpin Leg Co. Classic Danish Black wishbonestyle Y chair with natural seats, £138 each, Only Home. Kelim Ochre rug, £85, The Rugs Warehouse

REAL HOME ‘With the same colours throughout, accessories work anywhere’

METALLIC EDGE Subtle, but gives the kitchen the wow factor

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Copper trim elevates the simple white cabinetry for a luxe finish. ‘I love the fact that it is changeable if I ever get bored,’ says Calsey. BUY THE KEY PIECES For similar floor tiles, try Aga Urban Grey floor tiles, £21.99sq m, Tile Mountain. Hiba metal and pine serving trolley, £155; try Rozza rug, £140, both La Redoute

The kitchen’s handleless design gives an uncluttered look that works in an openplan space. ‘I thought we’d made a massive mistake with the units until the whole room was finished and I started to fall in love with it.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Milano Ultra Bianco gloss kitchen, £14,000, Wren Kitchens

I love DIY. Not only for the “ money it saves me, but also for the feeling I get knowing that I’ve made something that no one else will have

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Guest bedroom ‘This room felt like a white box, so I added a simple strip-wood panel. I made it myself using MDF, No More Nails and a laser ruler.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Try the Wilby throw in Alabaster, £160, The White Company. Jacquard-weave wool-blend rug, £49.99; washed linen duvet cover set, £79.99 for a double, both H&M Home. Rattan Buskbo plant stand, £20, Ikea

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CHEESE PLANT Disrupts the room’s all-neutral scheme

REAL HOME PRETTY HOOKS Store bags and jewellery, or hang a plant or two

Bedroom ‘I love being creative at weekends and made this wall art by gluing shop-bought wood slices to the back of a cheap frame.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Bench, £40; bamboo wall hooks, £4 each, both Ikea. Luiggi lamp, £30.99, Value Lights. The Platinum sheepskin, £60, Graham and Green, is similar

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‘I wanted to get some order in here as it’s been a dumping ground for two years. I’ve chosen light, warm wood and rattan furniture to create a space that’s beautiful as well as functional.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Briana oak desk, £249.99, Furniture 123

‘The living wall is made from squares of artificial foliage. There’s not a lot of space in this room, I was lucky to find the tiny black radiator, which fits perfectly against the wall.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES Fejka artificial wall-mounted foliage, £3 a square, Ikea

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It’s good to “workDon’tto arush. deadline, but it must be based on the best outcome. We would have enlarged the kitchen if we’d given ourselves more time!

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Make it work for you CALSEY’S STYLE: SCANDI BOHO

Warm neutrals and textured, natural materials contrast with defining black accents and furniture with sleek profiles THROWBACK BEAUTY Toba mirror, £65, Sweetpea & Willow

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ARTY OUTLINE Pensive print, €24, Sacree Frangine

NEUTRAL MIX Sienna Face poster, £14.95, Desenio

NATURAL FINISH Rattan mirror, £25, Dunelm

SMART STUDS Alexa four-seater sofa in Stone/Smoke mix, £949, Sofology

CHIC SILHOUETTE Alice two and a half seat sofa, £2,795, Soho Home WARM ACCENT Kasbah Orange cushion, £75, Andrew Martin

EARTHY TONE Cactus silk Terracotta cushion, £34, Sand & Salt

HALL HIDEAWAY Raven console, £161.50, Maisons Du Monde PLUSH PILE Jacquard weave wool rug, £49, H&M Home

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SUPER TEXTURE Grey flat-weave tufted rug, £25, George Home

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TWO-TIER STORAGE Hiba console, £120, La Redoute

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WINDOW SILHOUETTE Add wow to windows by making a magical scene out of wall stickers

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Winter wonderland Wash your chosen window to remove any dirt or grease and allow to dry. With the backing paper still on, experiment with compositions by laying your stickers out on a flat surface. Once you’re happy with the design, remove the backing paper and smooth onto the window using a credit card or squeegee to remove any bubbles.

SMOOTH IT OUT Remove any small air bubbles by working them to the edge, or use a small pin to puncture them

Winter trees festive wall stickers, £68 for three; large snowflake wall stickers, £18 for five, all Nutmeg Studio

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MUTED COLOUR Country gets a new twist with rich colours, such as this deep green. Chester kitchen in Forest Green, from £2,500 for an eight-unit kitchen, Wickes

INTERIOR DESIGN ADVICE

HOW TO UPDATE YOUR KITCHEN IN 2021 Planning a new-look kitchen this year? We asked the experts to share their insider tips and trend predictions…

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LUXE LOOK Bring on the bling with veined marble and metallic accents. Milano Elements design in Metallic Night, from £164 a unit, Wren Kitchens

STATEMENT PIECE ‘The larder cupboard has become the new “must-have” item,’ says Laura. Suffolk full-height larder, from £1,715, Neptune

till the heart of our homes, but when it comes to kitchen colour, style, design details and appliances, there are some exciting new trends, from cabinetry to appliances. Whether you’re planning a full redo or just replacing elements, where should you start? We asked the experts… WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST TRENDS FOR CABINETRY? ‘The industrial look is here to stay, but it’s reaching another level of sophistication,’ says Darren Watts from Wren Kitchens. But it’s not all industrial, with Art Deco tipped by Darren as one to watch, along with retro-style kitchens in blush, mustard or cinnamon shades. ‘We’re also seeing a rise in organic influences and a modern take on country-style kitchens as younger generations develop an interest in

EARTHY TONES Create a sanctuary feel with natural-style materials. Bushboard Omega laminate worksurface in Taros Gris Ultramatt, from £78sq m, Bushboard

older styles and chintz prints – think peacock teal, forest green and navy-blue cabinets,’ says Darren. ‘I haven’t specified a plain white kitchen in over 12 years,’ says Laura Clark from Lamp Architects, ‘and I can’t see it reappearing as a trend any time soon. We’re seeing colour, texture and feature patterns, once reserved for bedrooms or living rooms, now in the kitchen. Watch out for florals coupled with reeded timber and fluted glass.’ ARE WE STILL BIG ON SHAKER? ‘No,’ says Laura. ‘Minimalist and simple looks are big for door styles in 2021, yet when combined with warm colours, this once paredback style becomes glamorous.’ HANDLES OR NO HANDLES? ‘With most elements in the kitchen being stripped back with

The new take on the “ industrial trend is one of the most exciting styles ” DARREN WATTS WREN KITCHENS

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ON THE LEVEL Effortlessly simple in style. Silestone Loft Camden island and worksurface, from £450sq m, Cosentino

complementary colour schemes and textures taking centre stage, choosing handles can be really tricky,’ says Laura. ‘Natural materials, such as leather and timber, can be hard to keep clean. Textured doors look incredible without handles, whereas slim pull handles can really complement a plain matt cabinet door.’ For Darren, it’s about choosing a handle style that works with your kitchen’s look: ‘Sleek handleless cabinetry is a core part of the industrial trend, while semi-circular handles work with the Art Deco look. For a natural, organic style, leather handles or no handles work best, while wooden handles finish off a modern-country design.’ ANY NEW STORAGE SOLUTIONS? ‘Finally, we have a new contender for a kitchen’s most desirable item,’ says Laura. ‘Requests for the “statement island” have been

replaced by the “statement larder”. Although the island isn’t going anywhere fast, having practical walk-in storage is one of the best ways to shift large amounts of kitchen kit off our worktops.’ WHAT ARE TIPPED TO BE THE BEST MATERIALS AND COLOURS FOR WORKSURFACES IN 2021? ‘We’ve recently seen a big trend in highly-veined and patterned marble, with the harsh, monolithic granite worktop being consigned – thankfully – to the 1990s,’ says Laura. Darren agrees: ‘We’re predicting over-the-top veined styles as well as deep, dark blacks and icy whites becoming even more popular in 2021. When it comes to material, topping the charts has to be quartz – not only does it look fabulous, it suits all styles of kitchen and it’s extremely durable. Plus, we are

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SLEEK & CHIC Simplify splashbacks with coloured aluminium sheets. AluSplash Elements aluminium-based panel, from £139, AluSplash

STYLE & DECOR also able to enhance this natural stone with manmade resins.’ WHAT’S TRENDING FOR WALLS AND FLOORS? ‘With the trend of kitchens becoming furniture, I love to create almost invisible splashbacks,’ says Laura, who suggests using a matt lacquer over the top of paint for a look that seamlessly blends in. ‘Alternatively, single sheets of metal can look spectacular, too – like matt brass or copper.’ When it comes to flooring, while Laura loves the look of wood, for a kitchen she prefers wood-effect porcelain tiles from a practical

point of view. ‘Try laying extra-long plank tiles in a parquet pattern for a stylish, natural finish.’ WHAT ABOUT SINK AND TAP STYLES? ‘For 2021, I think it’s all about simplicity,’ says Laura. ‘Steer away from the huge, commercial-style taps and go for minimalist brassware that complements your kitchen rather than jars against it.’ Darren is loving the look of a traditional sink given a modern twist, like a deep black Belfast sink. ‘And as our lives get busier, we’re seeing requests for instant hotwater taps, from the likes of

GO DARK ‘Dramatic natural materials set against a simple palette can never date,’ says Laura. Lundhs Emerald worksurface, from £680sq m, Lundhs

There is currently a surge “ in dishwasher demand as the hygiene factor of automated dishwashing resonates with customers since the pandemic SIMON BENTLEY JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS WELL-MATCHED ‘Keep all of your cabinets to the same depth – it gives a beautiful clean line to the face of the units, which complements any style you are looking to achieve,’ says Laura. Arctic Cream granite worksurface, from £490q m, Cullifords

” 3 OF THE BEST WOOD-EFFECT FLOORS EASY DIY Good Homes Bacjata natural wood-effect luxury vinyl, £18sq m, B&Q

MONO SCHEME Notting Hill Silver Oak laminate, £16.95sq m, Lifestyle Floors

TILE STYLE Mikeno Honey wood-effect porcelain tiles, £16.99sq m, Tons of Tiles

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COUNTRY INDUSTRIAL ‘Built-in larder units with recessing push-back doors are a great alternative where space is a premium,’ says Laura. Haddon kitchen in Charcoal, from £15,000, Kitchen Makers

In 2021 we’ll be gradually moving “away from all-white kitchens – there are so many different colour options on the market, the world is your oyster when it comes to colour DARREN WATTS WREN KITCHENS

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STYLE & DECOR Quooker and InSinkErator, becoming increasingly common.’ I WANT THE LATEST APPLIANCES – WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND? ‘A big American-style fridge-freezer, with large capacity and clever features – like the LG InstaView, with its unique glass window that allows you to get to the food you use the most,’ says Simon Bentley, partner and assistant buyer for large electricals at John Lewis & Partners. ‘If you don’t like cleaning your oven, then a pyrolytic one is a must, with Neff ’s Slide & Hide oven (as seen on Channel 4’s Bake Off) remaining popular. I’d also suggest a combination microwave and warming drawer, along with an induction hob with downdraft ventilation that recirculates clean air around your kitchen. Induction is so much more energy efficient than gas – and who wants to individually scrub pan supports as opposed to simply wiping the surface?’ ANY SMART TECH WORTH INVESTING IN? ‘Quiet, yet highly-efficient, integrated extraction should be one of your ﬁrst considerations,’ says Laura. ‘Our homes – and kitchens – are increasingly being controlled by smart devices,’ says Darren. ‘You can now switch on your coffee machine while still in bed, set the oven before leaving for work and use your voice to turn on the lights – perfect if you are on the go all the time.’ As we focus more and more on sustainability, Simon is quick to point out that customers are demanding better eco-designed

FAUX FAVOURITES ‘The new industrial sees hints of luxury in gold and ﬂuted glass with sleek, handleless doors in materials that mimic concrete, rust and oak,’ says Darren. Autograph Elements kitchen, from £164 a unit, Wren Kitchens

appliances that consume less power and water. ‘The new energy rating standard coming in 2021 will see improvements as manufacturers vie to achieve the best rating. Customers are also wanting their appliances to last longer, so we may see an increase in price to achieve better results in the long run.’

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MEET THE PROFESSIONALS… DARREN WATTS, WREN KITCHENS SHOWROOM DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN DIRECTOR (WRENKITCHENS.COM) Darren has been a

design expert at Wren Kitchens for 10 years and is passionate about closely following the very latest trends and innovations in kitchen design. LAURA CLARK, ARCHITECT AND FOUNDER OF LAMP ARCHITECTS (LAMPARCHITECTS.CO.UK)

Specialising in residential conversions, extensions and new builds, Laura has also appeared on TV shows including Channel 4’s Ugly House to Lovely House and BBC2’s Your Home Made Perfect. Laura also set up Siren Sister (sirensister.co.uk), which provides a platform to promote female talent in television, media and ﬁlm.

TWO TONE Cooke & Lewis Kloey rubber spring neck tap, £115, B&Q

ON TREND Aquno Select M81 tap with three spray modules, £880, Hansgrohe

TRAD CHOICE Signature modern boiling and filtered water tap, £695, Qettle

SIMON BENTLEY, PARTNER & ASSISTANT BUYER, LARGE ELECTRICAL, JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS (JOHNLEWIS.COM) Simon’s worked all bar

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‘We had a vision for the kitchen. Dark green is a favourite and terracotta tiles suit the age of our house. I knew I wanted an island, but not high-level units as I’m not that tall! The island top has green marble in it – a traditional material, but used in a contemporary way.’ Laminated birch plywood units in Bonnington Green, £620 for a 600mm base unit, Pluck. Island work surface, £450sq m, Altrock Surfaces

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CEILING SPOTS Multi-directional lighting for practical tasks

BE FO RE

Welcome to my home Louisa Pacifico lives here with her husband Doug.

THE PROPERTY

‘We gave traditional a trend-led twist’ Louisa and Doug Pacifico’s new kitchen is an eclectic blend of contemporary elements, traditional materials and retro finds

A 1920s semi in Beckenham, south London.

WHAT IT COST Units...................£18,800 Plain worktops.....£1,800 Patterned worktop.......... ...............................£1,200 Appliances...........£3,756 Sink and tap............£588 Flooring...................£800 Wall tiles..................£375 TOTAL................£27,319

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HOW LOUISA AND DOUG DID IT ‘We like a separate dining room for entertaining, so rather than knock through, we extended our long, narrow kitchen to the side. I’m a design consultant (@futureicons_), so we saved on architect’s fees and planned it ourselves. We like high-quality craftsmanship and lots of detail, so took our ideas to a local kitchen maker, Pluck. Everything’s solid, thoughtfully designed and well made – both beautiful and

practical. Having invested in the cabinetry, I shopped around for appliances and, as we were buying them all from one place, I haggled to get the extractor half price. For four months we used makeshift facilities in the dining room and washed up in the bathroom. Fitting took three weeks and cost about £3,000. The new space is great for cooking and entertaining and it will stand the test of time.’ FUTURISTIC PENDANT Updates the traditional and retro elements in the room

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BELOW The island is a hard-working piece, with a breakfast bar on one side and drawers on the other for everyday crockery and glassware. ‘The dishwasher’s directly opposite, so it’s really quick to unload.’ Andalucia Rojo terracotta floor tiles, £39.95sq m, Walls and Floors

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VINTAGE WALLPAPER Framed samples make alternative artwork

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ABOVE The units’ door and drawer pulls have a contrasting coral interior that adds a pretty detail. Syren Natural Linen wall tiles, £83.17sq m, Topps Tiles

ABOVE The vintage bar stools were an eBay find and they work with the birch ply larder doors to add natural texture. Flos Arrangements 1S feature light, £1,046, Ivor Innes

RIGHT Louisa chose plain worktops. ‘I felt anything too distinctive would compete with the island top, which is a big feature of the room.’ Compac Luna quartz worktop, £424 sq m, Roann

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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE Full capacity The washing might be piling up, but the Vileda Mixer 3 tower airer, £29.99, is ready for action. It can hold up to three loads of laundry across its 30m of drying lines and folds flat for easy, space-saving storage. WE LOVE Fold the six independent racks down for drying long items and to reduce creasing, or position them up for drying knitwear flat. MAKE LIFE EASY Roll it out of the way, even when fully loaded, on its swivelling wheels. PROBLEM SOLVED Shake out jeans before putting them out to dry so they won’t stiffen or crease.

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INDOOR AIRER Multi-tasker Busy households will vouch that washing loads vary from full-on to just a few urgent extras, and the flexible Vileda Premium 2-in-1 airer, £29.99, can cope with them all. Providing 18m of drying space, it even has a detachable wing to pop on the radiator or balcony. WE LOVE The thoughtfully designed extra-thick wires on the main section reduce creasing, minimising the need to iron. PROBLEM SOLVED The handy attachment holds small items without the need for pegs. TOP TIP Put clothes on an airer, rather than directly on a radiator, so air can circulate.

When outdoor drying isn’t an option, Vileda offers a more eco-friendly way to get the job done than ﬂicking the switch on a costly tumble dryer…

Compact solution It seems there’s never enough space or time, so as soon as clothes come out of the washer, pop up the Vileda Sprint 15 3-tier airer, £19.99. The strong steel frame opens and closes with ease and won’t take up too much space. WE LOVE The convenient hooks are ideal for hanging blouses and shirts on clothes hangers. MAKE LIFE EASY It’s slim enough not to get in your way, yet has 15m of line drying space. TOP TIP Hang clothes as quickly as possible; if left in the washing machine for more than an hour they could start to smell.

Handy extra Complement your main airer with the Vileda Express radiator airer, £5.99. Simply hook its sturdy adjustable arms over a radiator and you’ve instantly gained 3m of drying space – ideal for socks, baby clothes or delicates.

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INFORMATION...

Look out for Vileda airers at Wilko, Argos and Homebase. To see the full range of products or to ﬁnd more stockists, head to vileda.co.uk

WORDS CAROLINE RODRIGUES

TOP TIP Hang larger items at the top to maximise airflow.

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Make it work for you LOUISA’S CHOICE: TERRAZZO WORKTOPS

Often used for flooring in shopping centres and office blocks, terrazzo now brings colour and pattern into our kitchens Originating in ancient Venice, terrazzo was invented as a way to use up marble waste – early upcycling at its best!

What is terrazzo? There are two types: cement and resin. Cement is the traditional form; it’s durable and usually less expensive than resin. Modern resin terrazzo includes epoxy resin, binding aggregate and pigments. It’s more colourful, less prone to cracking and staining and has a smoother finish – perfect for worktops.

Why is terrazzo good for worktops? It is low maintenance (cementbased needs annual resealing, resin doesn’t) and can be cut for sinks, hobs and drainer grooves. However, most people choose terrazzo for its dynamic design. You can go as bold or calm as you like, match colours and even place chunks where you want them.

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How do I buy terrazzo worktops? There are a few UK suppliers offering a range of standard

colours and designs. Order samples to view in your kitchen. For bespoke terrazzo, either visit the company or factory to choose marble chippings or have samples made to a brief.

Choose a work surface with marble used in a modern way

How is it installed? Templates are made on site (by your builder or terrazzo supplier), then the worktops are cut and polished in the factory before being installed.

Is it expensive? For authentic terrazzo, expect to pay from £700sq m for cement-based and from £800sq m for resin-based, including templating and installation. You can also buy mineral or quartzbased terrazzo-style designs. Try LG HiMac’s new solid surfaces, from £300 linear metre, as well as speckled terrazzo-look laminates.

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Avoid acid-based cleaners; use hot water and a neutral cleaning agent. Stubborn stains can usually be removed with a pad or brush

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JOHN KRAUSE, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF DIESPEKER & CO.

IDEAL HOME LOVES… TERRAZZO TILES

BUDGET FRIENDLY Get the look for less with low-stress porcelain tiles. Ofelia tiles, 45.2x45.2cm, £28.99sq m, Tile Mountain

CHUNKY CHIPS Trad cement-based tiles with recycled marble pieces. Wild terrazzo in W2, 30x30cm, from £126sq m, Mosaic Factory

STYLE CHOICE Comes in 1,200 pattern and colour options, plus bespoke. Sorrento terrazzo, 40x40cm, £109sq m, Otto Tiles

BEING CREATIVE Altrock handmade Louisa’s island top in its east London workshop. The resin-based terrazzo can be made in virtually any colour or stone you want. GOOD LOOKS Dzak’s Marmoreal terrazzo, designed by Max Lamb, is a pre-cast resin-based surface supplied in set sizes that can be popped onto your units or cut to fit. TERRAZZO FANS Diespeker & Co has launched Club Terrazzo to make use of leftover samples. Sign up at diespeker.co.uk/ club-terrazzo/

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‘We were inspired by luxe hotel bathrooms’ Rachael and Tom Somerville sacrificed a bedroom to gain a family bathroom with plenty of space for pampering and relaxation

WALL TAPS More spaceefficient than a floorstanding filler

The couple managed to squeeze in both a freestanding bath and shower by building a bespoke enclosure, while floor-to-ceiling marbleeffect tiling creates a streamlined, spacious look. Picasso bath, £1,295, Lusso Stone

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Welcome to my home Rachael Somerville lives here with her husband Tom and one-year-old daughter Nancy.

THE PROPERTY A five-bedroom Georgian house in Shrewsbury.

WHAT IT COST Bath.......................£1,295 Vanity unit and basin....................£2,968 Loo.........................£1,047 Bath taps..............£1,604 Shower fittings......£1,178 Basin taps...............£534 Shower enclosure........... ...............................£1,500 Tiles.......................£1,750 Mirror.......................£249 Wall lights.......£120 each TOTAL...............£12,365

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GLOBE LIGHTS A traditional style that works with the cabinetry

HOW RACHAEL AND TOM DID IT ‘We turned the old family bathroom into our bedroom en suite, and so this space, which used to be a bedroom, became the main bathroom. You can’t beat a hotel-style scheme and we’ve stayed in some beautiful places, so I got ideas that way as well as from Instagram, where I have my own account (@rachael somervilleinteriors). The new bathroom had to work for our daughter as well as for guests. Originally, I wanted the bath in the centre with a shower behind, but it didn’t fit so we built a shower enclosure with screens by a local glass company. This suits the space perfectly. To give the room a contemporary twist, we chose a minimalist bath. This bathroom was part of a mammoth whole-house renovation, taking almost three years.’

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Neutral walls ensure the vanity unit, with its timeless Shaker style and elegant curves, stands out Stratford mid vanity unit, £2,968, Porter Bathroom. Compton wall lights, £120 each, Jim Lawrence

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NICHE SHELF Measure your tallest shampoo bottle to get the height right

ABOVE Glossy white edging tiles frame the niche behind the bath, which is perfect for toiletries and accessories. Mimica Bianco Ravenna matt porcelain tiles, £58.80sq m, Mandarin Stone

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ABOVE Inspired by stylish hotel schemes, the shower is defined by a brass frame. Enclosure, £1,500, The Glass Studio. Shower fittings, £1,178, all Porter Bathroom

RIGHT Rachael matched accessories to the brassware to create consistent accents. Hepworth crosshead taps, £534, Porter Bathroom. Mirror, £249, West Elm

WHAT I’VE LEARNED

decided not to “addWeceiling coving because of the beam which sits in the centre of the room. In hindsight I wish we’d done it, as this feature worked so well subsequently in other rooms

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Make it work for you RACHAEL’S STYLE: CLASSIC LUXE

Large format marble-effect tiles, a hero bath and touches of brass with warm neutrals makes for a hotel-style scheme

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Mimica Bianco Ravenna matt porcelain tile, from £42sq m, Mandarin Stone

Place White marbleeffect tile, £12.99sq m, Tile Mountain

WHERE TO BUY 1 Compton wall light, £120.70, Jim Lawrence 2 MPRO Industrial Easy Clean showerhead, £289, Crosswater 3 Burlington 134 vanity unit with Minerva top, £2,082, Victorian Plumbing 4 Cornforth White modern emulsion, £49.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball 5 Alana side table, £99, Made 6 Tinted glass vase, £35, Cult Furniture 7 Stream free-standing bath, £1,795, Waters Baths of Ashbourne 8 Coral, £32, Hudson Home

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‘It feels modern but it’s still cosy’ The Greenwoods gave their room a luxe look with decadently dark walls and marble tiles

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HEXAGONAL TILES Offer subtle pattern without adding colour

Welcome to my home Aeron Greenwood lives here with her husband Matthew, their daughter Darcey, three, and son Harrison, eight months.

THE PROPERTY A five-bed 1920s semi in Barnet, north London.

WHAT IT COST

‘We knocked down a wall between the bathroom and separate loo to create a space big enough for a bath and double walk-in shower. We were inspired by Moroccan bathrooms, which gave us the idea of plastered walls.’ Polished plaster, £2,200, Chrysalis Surface Design. Carrara hexagonal tiles, £34.65sq m, Tiles Direct

Basin unit..............£1,033 Loo............................£155 Tiles.......................£1,380 Polished plaster..£2,200 Lights........................£218 Showers................£1,866 Shower screen........£406 Bath......................£2,400 Taps..........................£750 TOTAL ...............£10,408

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HOW AERON AND MATTHEW DID IT ‘There was a bathroom and separate loo, and neither had any personality. We decided to knock down the wall between the two and extend over our garage, to create space for both a shower and a bath. Looking online for inspiration, I saw polished plaster walls used in Moroccan bathrooms and loved the look. Then I watched a TV show featuring polished plaster walls by experts Chrysalis Surface Design, so I gave them a call. We opted for a black finish to make the room feel cosy and they got it done in just two days. We’re thrilled with the result, and adding pale floor tiles balanced out the look. We didn’t want chrome taps, but used a combination of brass and black instead, which really warms up the space. The build cost £6,500 and the room took three and a half weeks to complete. Having a double shower has been a game changer. We can get ready in double-quick time! It’s like having a hotel spa in the house.’ ‘The tub is tucked behind the shower wall and it feels very cosy. It’s comfy, deep and relaxing.’

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AGED BRASS Unlacquered finishes oxidise over time, giving a lovely patina

ABOVE ‘We wanted to get as much light into this area as possible, so fitted two tall mirrors and globe wall lights with brass arms that match the showers. The pale-grey hexagonal tiles help to brighten it up, too.’

‘We can’t live without the double shower now. Getting ready in the mornings is stress-free. We chose a wet room look with a continuous tiled floor instead of a shower tray for a streamlined look.’ Calder shower valve, riser and rose, £843.70, The Cast Iron Bath Company. Noir handset, £90, Bathstore. Crosswater shower panel, £202.99, Drench

Arles mirrors, £139 each, Made. Claudio one-light armed sconces, £72.74 each, Wayfair. Industrial metal and mango vanity cabinet, £855, Tikamoon. Noir three-hole wall-mounted basin mixer taps, £250 each; rectangular ceramic basins, £89 each, all Bathstore

WHAT I’VE LEARNED

what you want, “doKnow your research and be prepared to compromise. We would have loved all brass taps but added black ones to keep costs down

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FEATURE AND STYLING EMMA FISHMAN PHOTOGRAHS LIZZIE ORME

BLACK UNIT Gives this white and grey space definition

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Make it work for you AERON’S CHOICE: POLISHED PLASTER

Hygienic, seamless and beautiful, polished plaster is the hottest tiling alternative to hit style-savvy bathrooms It may have been around since Egyptian times, but polished plaster is enjoying a resurgence, not least because it is grubby grout free! This surface is also easy to clean and is suitable for use on floors, walls and ceilings.

Is all polished plaster the same? No, there are various application techniques and ingredients, from traditional Moroccan Tadelakt and marble-based Venetian, to modern cementbased products. Some are 100% waterproof or can be waxed to repel water, while others are more textural, colour-led, extra durable, stainproof etc. Search for specialists online and explain what you are seeking design and performance-wise.

Choose polished plaster for a grout-free, smooth finish

How is it applied? It involves building up thin layers of plaster and polishing to achieve a seamless finish. Venetian plaster is waxed if you need water protection. You could technically do it yourself, but it is probably best left to the professionals, especially if a watertight finish is essential.

What are the benefits? The seamless finish that can be achieved across surfaces is the big story here. The look can be very sleek and contemporary, or more rustic for an earthy effect. Adding pigments provides customisable colour,

Are there any downsides? The surface the plaster is trowelled onto must be completely rigid, otherwise fissures may appear. Some polished plaster, notably Tadelakt, develops very fine hairline cracks in time, which is part of the appeal and won’t affect durability, but isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.

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CHEMICAL FREE A waterproof, environmentallyfriendly option. Tadelakt in Blue Grey, from £120sq m, C Ferri Interiors

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MODERN TWIST High-performance incarnation that’s stainproof and UV stable. Novacolor Microcement in Off White, from £120sq m, Rendone

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CUSTOM COLOURS Made from natural pigment. Aurem Bronze and Gold Venetian plaster, from £76sq m, Bath Microcement

UNIQUE PATINAS Bath Microcement’s director Martin Ford has 10 years’ experience in Microcement and Venetian polished plaster. UPSKILLING Applicart offers three-day courses in Venetian polished plaster and Spanish Microcement. For around £540, you’ll learn mixing and polishing methods, working into corners, waxing and sealing. ALL THE KIT Mike Wye’s website has lots of information on Tadelakt and Venetian plastering, plus sells all you need to get started.

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Individuality is at the heart of the new ME by Starck range for Duravit, a paredback collection that’s easy to tailor to your space. Designed by Philippe Starck, this timeless series focuses on a reduced design aesthetic to give you the freedom for creativity.

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MAKE IT RAIN Turn your daily ablutions into a luxurious ritual with the wallmounted Tinago rain shower from Dowsing & Reynolds. The height-adjustable drencher soaks like a tropical storm, while the separate handheld shower head oﬀers extra ﬂexibility – perfect for rinsing your hair in the tub. Available in modern Matt Black and Stain Gold. Tinago rainfall shower, £549.99, Dowsing & Reynold

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Senator Colourkast in Satin Rose, £4,650, BC Designs

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Mandarin Stone’s Arena porcelain floor and wall tiles will easily fool you into thinking they’re marble, from £70.80sq m.

GOLD LEAF Long gone are the days of the plain white suite. Lapicida’s new botanical-themed ceramic tiles feature vibrant plant life set against a dark background with elegant touches of gold for extra pizzazz. Created to be used in mural format, they’re the perfect decorative flourish. Bo-Mo tile, 400x1200x10mm, £394.80sq m, Lapicida IDEALHOME.CO.UK | JANUARY 2021

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A full-width extension has transformed the back of the house, creating a new kitchendiner and seating area. The glass balustrade on the patio surrounds the basement’s light well

‘We extended this house in every way’

The Alexis family converted the loft, basement and garage, as well as adding an extension, to maximise every bit of space

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BEFORE & AFTER

BEFORE

The three-storey house was barely habitable, with a cramped kitchen and a ramshackle lean-to at the back

Welcome to our home Larissa Alexis lives here with her husband and their sons, aged six months and two years. Larissa works for an environmental consultancy.

THE PROPERTY A four-storey, fivebedroom Victorian semi in southeast London.

THE VALUE Bought in 2016 for £1.3m; now worth more than £2m.

WHAT IT COST Fees.……...............£62,500 Loft conversion.................. ............................£150,000 Basement..........£350,000 Kitchen extension.............. ………....................£150,000 Glazing..........…..£100,000 Structural work.................. …………...................£70,000 Kitchen.…..........…£25,000 Sanitaryware........£25,000 Flooring, tiles........£55,000 Landscaping.........£12,500 TOTAL.….....£1,000,000

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Take a quick tour...

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The back of the house has been opened up to create a multifunctional living space with areas for cooking, dining and sitting

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fter years living in a two-bedroom flat, Larissa Alexis and her husband were so desperate for space that they took on a doer upper. ‘We found a run-down house that we could never normally have afforded,’ says Larissa. ‘Its three storeys were so dark and damp, it was virtually uninhabitable. It also had a collapsing lean-to and a small, low-ceilinged cellar.’ PLANNING SPACE ‘We loved the designs of Henri

Bredenkamp at Studio 30 Architects and began consulting with him even before we’d completed on the house,’ says Larissa. ‘Our brief was vague – we knew we wanted a lighter, more open-plan layout and my husband was keen to convert the basement into a fun space.’ MAKING IT WORK The couple moved into rented accommodation during the project. ‘Our builders removed walls and built the rear glass extension on the ground floor, converted the garage into a study, and finally dug out and enlarged the basement,’ says Larissa. ‘It was frightening to see how many walls came down and the amount of steel that was used to hold it all up. But seeing the completed basement was a real high point, as this was a completely new part of the house, which feels very different to the rest.’ INTERIOR DESIGN Each room is fitted with bespoke

joinery, and full-height glass doors make them flow together. ‘The engineered oak parquet flooring was something I wasn’t prepared to compromise on, and it was expensive,’ says Larissa. ‘To offset the cost, we chose fake marble worktops, which are still beautiful and practical. You can’t choose fittings too early, as once building begins decisions need to be made quickly. We definitely maxed out on the extensions! It’s lovely to have so much space and to be able to host big gatherings, which was always our hope.’

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A glass roof keeps the dining area light and airy, while oak parquet and brick slips on one wall add warmth

BEFORE & AFTER 5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT...

Basements Henri Bredenkamp (studio30architects.co.uk) gives us the lowdownÉ

IT’S NOT A DIY JOB Specialist companies will hold appropriate insurance cover and be able to offer warranties.

YOU’LL PROBABLY NEED PLANNING PERMISSION Excavating a new basement is likely to require it, but converting an existing residential cellar or basement into a living space may not. The Planning Portal has more details (planningportal.co.uk).

THERE ARE RISKS Excavation could undermine existing foundations, leading to instability or even the collapse of supporting walls – another reason to use an experienced company.

The basement has a cinema, gym, steam room and ping pong table. Glass doors lead to the light well

THEY MUST BE DRY Water penetration should be carefully controlled. Building regulations for cellars and basements state that all floors and walls below ground level need to be waterproofed.

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LIGHTING IS KEY A welldesigned light well with tall windows or doors is the most obvious way of introducing not only natural light, but also ventilation.

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Positioning the kitchen in the centre “of the house works perfectly because that’s where everyone tends to congregate, and we wanted enough space to entertain large numbers of friends and family

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A staircase links the kitchen to the basement, with a glass balustrade to maximise light

Genius problem solvers FOR A SMOOTH-RUNNING LIFE Our pick of the latest festive home innovations, storage solutions and celebratory stuff you never knew you needed… PRE-MIXED DRINKS FOR HASSLE-FREE HOSTING

LET THE PARTY BE-GIN! This citrus recipe is ideal for a pre-dinner tipple.

Create a custom wreath Invest in a pre-made wreath base to re-use year after year for your Christmas decorating. Hobbycraft offers a selection of basic designs and shapes – polystyrene rings, wicker wreaths and metal stars – that you can simply decorate each Christmas to fit in with your look, rather than buying new. 24cm light willow wreath base, £4; asparagus bush, £4; wooden star shapes, £3 for 21; red berry picks, £3 for 50, all Hobbycraft

Crafty Distillery Smokey & Citrus distilled gin cocktail, £36.50 for 50cl, John Lewis & Partners

SHAKEN NOT STIRRED Serve up a party classic. Il Gusto Coppa Cocktails Cosmopolitan mix, £15 for 700ml, Selfridges

Reduce the washing up pile Use handy glass markers to stop guests from mixing up their wine glasses. Check out Joanna Buchanan’s range of jewelled wine charms, from £51 for six, Amara.

WINTER WARMER Beat the chill with this Scottish whisky-based brew. Mac & Wild Bonnie Spritz, £32 for 50cl, Amazon.co.uk

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Give fairy lights a tech upgrade

Kick off 2021 with a bang by popping a confetti cannon when the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve. And with biodegradable confetti, this party piece is eco-friendly, too. Luxe confetti cannon, £7, Talking Tables

Control your Christmas lighting easily from your phone with smart app Twinkly. 250 LED Twinkly Smart App controlled string lights, £124.99 for 20m, Lights4fun

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Choose sustainable table linen Take the stress out of spills by opting for Weaver Green’s linen-look tablecloths and napkins. Made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, this eco-friendly fabric is machine washable and stain resistant, yet has the look and feel of soft linen. Maxime blue and linen tablecloth, from £65; Maxime linen and blue napkins, £20 for four, both Weaver Green

1 SEAFOOD LOVERS Jumbo wild shrimp, £6 for 10, Iceland 2 VEGAN FRIENDLY Frozen Plant Kitchen mini no chicken kievs, £5 for 12, M&S 3 SAVOURY STARTERS Beef and red wine mini lattices, £2 for 12, Tesco

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Squeezing the family into the annual group photo is simplified with this clever table selfie camera stand, featuring a rotating base. Table selfie camera stand, £16.99, Prezzybox

Snap the perfect panorama

Mimic a festive fragrance Give your artificial Christmas tree the essence of a real fir by hanging ScentSicles scent sticks, £6 at B&Q, on its branches.

Go green with reusable drinkware Ditch the plastic and invest in a set of reusable straws instead. These metallic designs will give any drinks party a fun twist. Ginger Ray metal straws, £5 for four, Paperchase

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Try this top baking cheat Upgrade your Bundt cakes with a festive-themed cake pan, available in a range of seasonal shapes, such as the classic yule log or gingerbread house. The moulds are non-stick and made from heavy cast aluminium to ensure an even bake for your show-stopping centrepiece. Nordic Ware gingerbread house Bundt pan, £48, Divertimenti

Be the host with the most Ensure you’re serving wine at the correct temperature with this thermometer cuff, which fits around the body of most bottles. It will quickly display the current temperature of the liquid, as well as indicating the optimum point for drinking. Kikkerland wine bottle thermometer, £8.49, Lakeland

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SIMPLE SOLUTIONS Superb value for money Push&Go DFO 3T133F UK, £369, Indesit Simple and efficient A+++ design with an extra-hygiene cycle that destroys bacteria with a scorching 72°C rinse. Sensors adjust the cycle to get the best results, there’s a swift 28-minute wash and the cutlery tray is removable. THE BEST BIT Usually only found on flagship appliances, the motorised door opens slightly to allow fresh air into the appliance for better drying.

Future-proof design DEN59420D, £399.99, Beko Twice the features for half the price, this 14-place setting A++ design has 11 cycles and sensors to adjust the amount of detergent needed. Liquid detergent is stored in a tank and is dispensed depending on the load. THE BEST BIT It’s Wi-Fi and Alexa enabled, so your smart speaker can tell you when the cycle finishes, plus the HomeWizz app can re-order detergent.

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‘If you want to be sure of capacity, take a dinner plate and favourite wine glass to the showroom to check they will fit!’

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Small but mighty iQ300 SR23EI28ME, £699, Siemens With this slimline (W45cm) 10-place setting design, you don’t need to compromise on results and features just because you’re short on space. It’s A++ energy rated, the baskets are fully adjustable, and you can control it all from your smartphone. THE BEST BIT As on a full-sized model, sensors monitor dirt in the water and adjust the cycle to get best results.

An essential in any busy kitchen and, while they’ve not yet worked out how to automatically load and unload them, the latest designs use less energy and water, fit more crockery in, and get your pots cleaner than ever

Versatile model Serie 6 SMS67MW00G, £679, Bosch With 14-place settings and space for long-stem glasses, this A+++ design is ideal if you love to entertain. There’s a crystal wash, superb drying even on fast-wash settings and a 42-45dB EcoSilence mode that’s whisper quiet. THE BEST BIT The IntensiveZone mode uses high temperature and water pressure to clean dirty pots without affecting delicate items above.

Great for drying Freestanding G5223SC, £849, Miele This high-quality design boasts an A+++ energy rating and room for 14 place settings, while the innovative 3D cutlery tray ensures utensils are never stuck together. The door opens slightly to let in fresh air for natural drying. THE BEST BIT The AutoDos system ensures the right amount of detergent is used, even on a fast 58-minute cycle.

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SIMPLE SOLUTIONS Same size, more capacity Samsung RB34T652ESA frost-free A++ classic fridge-freezer, £649.99, Argos Thanks to the slimmer, but no less effective insulation, and an ingenious internal layout – including huge door drawers and a slim water dispenser – you’ll be amazed by its storage space. THE BEST BIT The traditional wine rack has been replaced by an extra-wide shelf that can be used for bottles or food.

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‘A fridge-freezer’s rated capacity generally includes all the internal components, so the usable space will be less’

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Add a little personality Portofino FA490RR A++, £1,699, Smeg A beautiful modern design, available in standout red, white, anthracite and black, that features design flourishes alongside practical must-haves, such as huge internal drawers, fast freezing and exacting temperature control. THE BEST BIT Designed to co-ordinate with the Smeg Portofino cooker range, it’s an impressive way to add function and style to your kitchen.

Whether you cram yours with salads, pizzas, piles of fresh fruit or a mixed case of Chablis, the latest fridgefreezers can keep all your favourite ingredients in the freshest condition for longer, and can even remind you when you’re running low on essentials.

HMNV 6202XKWIFI A+, £479, Hoover Great value Wi-Fi connected appliance that’s loaded with tech, including a humidity equaliser, frost-free operation, a highly adjustable layout and the ability to track your fridge’s contents using the Inventory Coach in the app. THE BEST BIT The app can alert you when your drink is perfectly chilled.

Impressive all-rounder LG GSX960MCVZ InstaView A++, £1,899, LG This fresh food lover’s dream has two salad drawers, internal air purification, pin-point temperature control and a space-saving icemaker and water dispenser, and at 39dB it is exceptionally quiet, too. THE BEST BIT Knock twice on the door and it illuminates, so you can see inside without letting the cool air escape.

Versatile luxury iQ700 KF86FPB2A A+++, £2,999, Siemens Clad in sleek black glass, this Wi-Fi connected design has two freezer drawers and a fridge compartment, plus a humidity-controlled central drawer for keeping fruit, vegetables, meat and fish fresher for longer. THE BEST BIT You can adjust the temperature via the app, ideal for when you’re travelling home from the shops.

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Choc layer cake See page 135 for recipe

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Gingerbread star snowflakes See page 135 for recipe

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IDEAL HOME TIP You can bake and freeze these cakes un-iced. Defrost for 1 to 2 hours, then ice.

Festive chocolate cupcakes See page 135 for recipe

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Chocolate truffle torte SERVES 16 READY IN 30 mins, plus chilling 450g dark chocolate, broken into squares ● 5tbsp liquid glucose ● 5tbsp Disaronno liqueur ● 75g amaretti biscuits ● 600ml light double cream ● 350g assorted truffles ● Edible gold metallic lustre dust ● YOU WILL NEED ● 23cm loosebased cake tin, greased and lined with baking parchment ●

Melt the chocolate, liquid glucose and liqueur together in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of gently simmering water. Remove from the heat and leave to cool slightly.

Crumble the amaretti biscuits over the base of the prepared tin.

Whip the cream until it just holds, then gently fold through the melted chocolate mixture. Pour into the tin and smooth the surface. Place in the freezer to firm up for 2 hrs or chill in the fridge for 6 hrs.

4 Carefully ease the

chocolate torte out of the tin and on to a cake stand. Arrange the chocolate truffles on top and sprinkle with the gold metallic lustre.

Chocolate wreath See opposite page for recipe

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Choc layer cake SERVES 12 READY IN 55 mins ● 6 eggs, separated ● 175g dark chocolate, chopped ● 175g golden caster sugar, plus extra to sprinkle ● FOR THE FILLING ● 500g mascarpone cheese ● 50g golden icing sugar ● 2tbsp cocoa powder ● 225g cherries in kirsch, drained ● YOU WILL NEED ● 20x30cm Swiss roll tin, greased and lined

Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Whisk the egg whites in a bowl until softly peaking, set aside. Melt the chocolate.

2 Whisk the egg yolks and

caster sugar together until pale and doubled in volume. Whisk in the chocolate and gently fold in the egg whites.

3 Pour into the tin. Bake for

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25 mins. Put a sheet of baking paper sprinkled with caster sugar on a cooling rack. Turn the cake onto it. Peel off the lining paper. Cover with baking paper and a damp tea towel. Leave to cool.

4 Mix together the icing

sugar and mascarpone. Put two-thirds into a separate bowl and mix in the cocoa.

Slice the cake lengthways into four. Layer the sponges with chocolate mascarpone, then white mascarpone, then cherries. Top the final sponge with chocolate mascarpone and extra cherries.

Gingerbread star snowflakes

Festive chocolate cupcakes

MAKES 100 approximately READY IN 2hrs plus cooling

MAKES 12 READY IN 50 mins

600g plain flour ● ½tsp salt ● ½tsp bicarbonate of soda ● 1tbsp ground ginger ● ½tsp each of ground nutmeg and cinnamon ● 200g unsalted butter, softened ● 200g soft light brown sugar ● 150g golden syrup ● 1 egg, plus 1 egg yolk ● TO DECORATE ● 250g royal icing sugar ● 50g white chocolate YOU WILL NEED ● Biscuit cutters ● Lined baking trays ● Piping bag

125g butter, softened ● 125g golden caster sugar ● 125g self-raising flour ● 2tbsp cocoa powder ● 1tsp baking powder ● 2 large eggs ● 1tsp vanilla extract ● 2-3tbsp milk ● FOR THE ICING ● 150g plain or milk chocolate, finely chopped ● 150ml double cream ● 50g icing sugar ● Mini gingerbread men and holly sugar decorations ● YOU WILL NEED ● 12-hole bun tin, lined with silver cases

Chocolate wreath SERVES 12 READY IN 1 hr 10 mins 100g unsalted butter, plus 25g, melted ● 200g selfraising flour, plus 1tbsp extra ● 225g caster sugar ● 35g cocoa, sifted ● ½tsp ground cinnamon ● 2 eggs ● 150ml milk ● 1tsp vanilla extract ● TO DECORATE ● 250ml double cream ● 400g dark chocolate, chopped, plus 150g chunks ● 2 bunches of mint ● Edible gold spray ● Chocolate pine cones ● YOU WILL NEED ● 22cm bundt tin ●

●

1 Heat the oven to 200C/Gas

6. Sift the flour, salt, bicarb and spices into a bowl. Melt the butter, sugar and golden syrup in a pan, leave to cool slightly. Mix with the flour. Beat in egg and yolk. Wrap the dough in cling film and chill in the fridge for 30 mins.

Roll out the dough to the thickness of a £1 coin and cut out your stars. Repeat with the remaining dough. Bake on trays in batches for 10-15 mins until golden. Leave to cool slightly before moving to a wire rack to cool.

3 Put the royal icing sugar

in a bowl and mix in 4tbsp water until thick and smooth. Spoon into a piping bag and pipe snowflake designs onto half the biscuits. Melt the white chocolate and spoon into a piping bag. Decorate the rest of the biscuits.

●

1 Heat the oven to 180C/Gas

4. Place the butter and caster sugar in a large bowl and sift in the flour, cocoa powder and baking powder. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually beat in the milk (you may not need all of it) to make a soft dropping consistency.

2 Spoon the mixture into

the paper cases and bake for 20 mins until well risen. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Put the chocolate in a bowl. Heat the cream in a pan until almost boiling. Pour over the chocolate and stir until melted. Sift in the icing sugar and mix.

4 Spread the icing over the cupcakes and top with the sugar decorations.

1 Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Brush the tin with melted butter. Chill until set and repeat. Dust with 1tbsp flour.

Mix the butter and sugar. Sift over the dry ingredients. Beat together the eggs, milk and vanilla and mix in. Spoon into the tin and bake for 35 mins. Cool in the tin for 15 mins, turn out onto a wire rack to cool, then halve.

3 Bring the cream to a boil in a pan. Pour over the chopped chocolate and leave to melt.

4 For the leaves, melt the

chocolate chunks and cover the back of the leaves. Chill on a baking sheet; peel off when firm. Spray gold.

5 Sandwich the wreath with icing and cover with the remainder and top with leaves and pine cones.

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BE CANDLE SAFE Enjoy the special touch that candles add to your home; but take care to use them safely: Always place lit candles well away from foliage, furniture, curtains and soft furnishings, and always out of draughts ● Keep candles out of reach of children and pets ● Never leave a burning candle unattended ● Keep candles away from hair and clothing ● Always place candles upright in suitable holders that can’t easily fall over ● Always be sure that candles are properly extinguished

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STYLE THROWBACK

THEN… AND NOW

1945

To commemorate our centenary year, we’re dipping into our archive to find an inspiring image and put a modern spin on the look THE ORIGINAL We’re drawn into this formal but friendly living space, complete with roaring fire and rosy-toned furnishings. The wing-back armchairs, curvy loveseat and ornate, gilded frames bring a sense of grandeur, along with the polished, dark wood finishes, all offset by the cosy rug and ochre accents. THE UPDATE We’ve chosen a more relaxed, rounded shape for the loveseat and picked out rustic elements of grainy wood for the sofa legs, bowl and textured stoneware vase. The uplifting pairing of pink and ochre is warmed up with the rich shades of the rug, eucalyptus and polished brass lamp.

WHERE TO BUY 1 Rock-effect vase with preserved red eucalyptus Nicholii bouquet, £71.99, Dowsing & Reynolds 2 Medium recycled polyester crimson cassis runner, £125, French Connection Home 3 Julius cushions, £35 for set of two, Made 4 Artis table lamp, £49, Lights & Lamps 5 Brew sofa in Tuscan Pink clever softie, £1,375, Loaf 6 Fusion mango wood bowl, £12, John Lewis & Partners

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