Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Ideal Home is Britain's best-selling interiors magazine and has been empowering home-owners to make the most of their properties for over 80 years. The magazine covers every aspect of contemporary living, from a wide range of transformed houses, kitchens and bathrooms.
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THE IH PANEL
HOME NEWS • INSPIRE | INFORM | DISCOVER
“ Who wants an outdoor space?” • HADLEY FREEMAN IS FOCUSING ON THE POSITIVES OF NOT HAVING MUCH OF A GARDEN
THE DESIGN EDIT • Now and then, the high street comes up with something so utterly fabulous, it looks as if it’s come from a designer boutique. Here are some of our latest discoveries that will make your home look expensive without the big spend...
Splashback ledge
AND... relax • A MODERN MAKEOVER TURNED BROOKE AND MARK GREYSON’S QUAINT BUT DILAPIDATED BEACH HOUSE INTO A SPECTACULAR, LAID-BACK COASTAL HOME
LAKESIDE living • HIDDEN AWAY IN A QUIET CORNER OF THE COTSWOLDS, SAMANTHA AND WILL THOMPSON’S SERENE AND CONTEMPORARY WATER-FRONT HOME MAKES FOR THE PERFECT RETREAT
" IT’S ALL ABOUT texture & colour " • LEE THORNLEY CHOSE BEAUTIFUL ELEMENTS TO TURN ORDINARY INTO EXTRAORDINARY, SHOWING WHAT’S ACHIEVABLE WHEN USING SIMPLE MATERIALS WELL
THE OLIVE house • INSPIRED BY THE COLOURS OF THE LOCAL COUNTRYSIDE, COLLETTE DINNIGAN AND BRADLEY COCKS FURNISHED THEIR ANCIENT ITALIAN FARMHOUSE WITH VINTAGE PIECES AND NATURAL FABRICS
Informal picture display
SMART coastal • TRENDS COME AND GO, BUT HERE’S HOW TO GIVE THIS LOOK TIMELESS APPEAL
‘Masonry paint • THIS MONTH, OUR EXPERTS SHARE THEIR VIEWS ON HOW TO REVIVE EXTERIOR WALLS
Garden updates • SIX STYLISH PROJECTS TO GIVE YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE A SUMMER MAKEOVER
OUTDOOR ARMCHAIRS • Sit back and look cool in the sunshine in one of these comfortable easy chairs
Botanical prints & natural greens • THE DESIGN KNOW-HOW BEHIND A TOP PATTERN & COLOUR COMBO, TO HELP YOU WORK IT LIKE A PRO
“Karate-chop cushions? I’m 100% converted” • IDEAL HOME’S STYLE EDITOR NICKY PHILLIPS SINGS THE PRAISES OF THIS CLASSIC WAY TO STYLE UP CUSHIONS
Outdoor kitchen • LOVE THE IDEA OF COOKING ALFRESCO THIS SUMMER? WE ASKED THE EXPERTS TO SHARE THEIR INSIDER TIPS
Outdoor living room • THESE SIMPLE DESIGN INGREDIENTS ARE ALL YOU NEED TO CREATE AN INVITING SPACE TO ENTERTAIN GUESTS. TICK OFF OUR ESSENTIALS TO ACHIEVE THE PERFECT SETTING FOR ALFRESCO DRINKS
OUTDOOR SUMMER STYLE • SHOP AT GARDENTRADING.CO.UK FOR AN EXCLUSIVE 25% DISCOUNT
IDEAL vs GREAT DEAL • Get your outdoor space party-ready with these chic buys
Weekend decorator • CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS… WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW
PORTABLE LAMPS • Just grab and go for easy illumination – indoors or out
Built-in seating
Timeless appeal • SARAH AND TOBIN ASPINALL HAVE CREATED A CLASSIC KITCHEN THAT WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME IN THEIR NEW OPEN-PLAN SPACE
Dark & dramatic • CAROLINE HARMAN TEAMED DEEP BLUE SHADES WITH LUXE DETAILS IN HER EN SUITE
Artificial grass • PERFECT FOR THOSE WITH SMALL SPACES, BUSY LIFESTYLES, YOUNG KIDS AND PETS, FAUX GRASS HAS PLENTY OF PLUS POINTS
Reaching new heights • ALICE THEODOROU, DIRECTOR AT NOTO ARCHITECTS, TELLS US HOW HER TEAM DUG DEEP TO HELP SECURE A YOUNG FAMILY’S VISION FOR THEIR DREAM HOME
A garden for all seasons • HARD WORK AND INSPIRATION COMBINED WHEN EMMA AND RICK RENGASAMY TRANSFORMED THEIR UNRULY PLOT INTO A SERENE SPACE
ASK AN EXPERT • IDEAL HOME’S RESIDENT ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER CHARLIE LUXTON SHARES HIS DESIGN KNOW-HOW
Conservatory roof replacement...