• Nine Ways With Wallpaper 20 Jan 12

    Whether it’s plain or patterned, wallpaper is having a revival. With so many styles available in such a versatile material, being experimental with how and where wallcoverings are used is a great... Read More

  • Trend-Checking 2012 20 Jan 12

    There is a common misconception that pastels can make an interior look dated, but using them to combine a contrasting mix of textures within the home can create an easy, luxurious and modern vibe... Read More

  • Autumn's Bounty 9 Sep 11

    Twilight Cinders is inspired by the wider trend for a renewed appreciation of simplicity. For decades we have been trying to fit more into our lives – bigger houses, better cars and more gadgets... Read More

  • Create The Perfect Family Bathroom… 24 Jun 11

    Choosing the right bathroom range will instantly assist with your bathroom design. A comprehensive range means you can maximise usability and functionality without compromising on style. Multiple... Read More

  • Paper Or Paint 18 Mar 11

    Say the word ‘wallpaper’, and most people think of flowers, damasks, stripes and the general feature walls that they’ve been seeing behind counters in clothes shops, and in magazines over the... Read More

  • Ideal Inspiration 18 Mar 11

    Last year’s Ideal Home Show was the first since the event was acquired by Media 10 with a promise of revitalising what they described as ‘a rudderless ship, drifting in the wrong direction... Read More

  • Kitchen Confidential 11 Jun 10

    Kitchens have evolved to become integrated spaces where families and friends mingle and entertain, as well as cook. A larger area is necessary to accommodate all the functions that are now carried... Read More

  • Colour Scheming 14 May 10

    Whether you want to add drama to your living space, brighten up a dark room or simply give your home a fresh new look this year, finding the right colour scheme is key. But where do you start? To... Read More

  • The Home Of The Future 1 Apr 10

    if i tell you that the Home of the Future section of this year’s Ideal Home Show is sponsored by Virgin Media, then you’re going to expect it to be heavily broadband dependent. And you’d be... Read More

  • Turning Japanese 25 Sep 09

    In the last decades of the 19th century Japan began to trade with the west after a long period of isolation. The British rapidly became passionate about all things Japanese. Exciting, exotic... Read More

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