Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Relaxed living…comfortable style Country Homes & Interiors is the magazine that celebrates the best of modern country decorating style. Inspired by the spirit of today's relaxed living, you'll find page upon page of gorgeous real homes, plus a fresh take on country decorating.
COUNTRY HOMES & INTERIORS
EDITOR’S LETTER
Things that make us happy... APRIL
DESIGN NEWS
Timeless tiles • THE CLASSIC STYLES WE’RE COVETING THIS MONTH
FRENCH DRESSING • Interior designer Sophie Rowell has fashioned a neglected Georgian townhouse into a beautiful family home that blends English charm with continental chic
ON OUR DOORSTEP
Be inspired by SOPHIE’S LIVING ROOM
NEW CHAPTER • Lucy and James Clippington started afresh and created a timeless and elegant English home in the beautiful Berkshire countryside
AT HOME WITH
ON OUR DOORSTEP
Be inspired by LUCY’S FAMILY ROOM
HEART & HOME • Searching for a place where her twins could play freely, Alessandra Brady stumbled across a run-down cottage and turned it into an idyllic family retreat
ON OUR DOORSTEP
Be inspired by ALESSANDRA’S BEDROOM
A CHARMING HIDEAWAY • Zara Dawson’s pretty Cotswold stone cottage is decorated with reclaimed wood and vintage accessories, for a look brimming with nostalgia
AT HOME WITH
ON OUR DOORSTEP
Be inspired by ZARA’S DINING AREA
LET'S MOVE TO Ten by • THIS SMALL WALLED TOWN IS AWASH WITH CHARACTER AND ANCIENT HISTORY
Dream homes in Tenby
❝I love creating jewellery that will stand the test of time❞ • GOLDSMITH, MARIE WALSHE
ON MY DOORSTEP
HOW A GUILD CAN HELP YOUR BUSINESS • EXHIBITIONS, STATUS AND SUPPORT ARE AMONG THE BENEFITS
NEW LOOKS TO LOVE • From -inspired to sunny holiday colours, these are the latest trends to bring happy style to our homes
New NOSTALGIA • There's an old meets new vibe this season as cottagecore comes to the fore. Keep it modern with sleek furniture and a soft, comforting palette
ALL THE DETAILS, PRODUCTS PRICES
Beautiful & USEFUL • MAKE LIGHT WORK OF HOUSEHOLD CHORES WITH A PICTURE-PERFECT AND PURPOSE-DESIGNED LAUNDRY AND UTILITY ROOM
Easy EASTER MAKES • Celebrate the season with simple decorating ideas using freshly grown and foraged ingredients
Easter arrangement tips and ideas
Plentiful larders • STOCK-UP ON SUPPLIES (AND STYLE) WITH A REIMAGINED MANOR-INSPIRED PIECE THAT OPENS UP A WORLD OF VERSATILE KITCHEN STORAGE OPPORTUNITIES
TAKE TO THE FLOOR • ACHIEVE A TRULY RUSTIC LOOK WITH AUTHENTIC STONE, TILE AND CONCRETE FLOORING THAT WILL LAST FOR YEARS TO COME
NEED TO KNOW… BUYING STONE FLOORING
Warm rugs • ADD A COMFORTING TOUCH TO STONE FLOORS WITH A FEEL-GOOD COVERING
Buy the best... DISHWASHER WITH INNOVATIVE FEATURES • THE LATEST MODELS OF THIS KITCHEN ESSENTIAL USE LESS ENERGY AND WATER WHILE MANAGING TO CLEAN DIRTY POTS AND DELICATE GLASSES
PROJECT PROFILE
The heart RULES • A SOCIABLE LAYOUT AND INVITING COLOUR SCHEME ENSURE TRUDI AND JIM REID’S KITCHEN IS THE HUB OF THEIR NEW COUNTRY HOME
THE LAYOUT
3 CLEVER DESIGN SOLUTIONS
THE DETAILS
Make food BEAUTIFUL • WELCOME EASTER WITH BRIGHT, FRESH FLAVOURS THAT CELEBRATE THE BEST THAT SPRING HAS TO OFFER
COOKS’ NOTES
Artisan EASTER EGGS
WASTE NOT, WANT NOT • A respect for nature is at the heart of everything Beth Tarling does in her stunning garden on the exposed Cornish coast
AT HOME WITH…
How to make A POTTING SHED
ON OUR DOORSTEP…
Off the ground PLANTERS • Delightful designs that hang or lean...