Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2023 i HomeStyle

This issue is packed with hundreds of affordable style ideas and brilliant buys to help you update your home style on a budget. Our 32 pages of real homes and room makeovers are bursting with ideas, from Anna's electic boho reno on page 22 to Emma's joyful retro scheme on page 48 and our cover star Danii's colourful kitchen on page 88, all of our homeowners share their top tips for making the most of your space while watching the pennies. Plus, you can steal their style with our handy shopping pages, whether you're planning a full-scale re-do or just fancy giving a shelfie or two a fresh glow up. For quick and easy seasonal updates head to page 68, where you'll find 15 simple ways to welcome summer into your…

The colour collection The latest collaboration from Kit Kemp and Spode is giving us all the summertime feels this month. The Calypso collection features joyful stripes in bold, bright colours across the range, which includes plates, bowls, mugs and serving dishes. Spode pieces are always collectable so we love the mix and match appeal of these designs. Tablescaping is an easy way to update your dining area, and this standout collection is sure to make mealtimes a vibrant occasion! spode.co.uk Striking shutters If, like us, you're smitten with the sleek, fuss-free finish of shutters at the window, you'll love the latest drop from Hillarys that has got us reaching for the tape measure! The new Dalston collection uses a lightweight hardwood that shows off the beautiful wood grain across the…

Stay hedgy Hedgehog clock, £29.95, Annabel James CUTE AND ON-TREND! Tiger, tiger Mama Green clock by Camille Gressier, £65, fy! Pastel pop Refresher Candy Stripe pastel wall clock, £52.99, Yililo Minimalist chic Zuiver marble time wall clock in White, £79, Olivia's Weathered charm Distressed cut-out clock, £65, Cox & Cox Clockwork orange Space Hotel Sci-Fi Sid silent sweep analogue wall clock, 35cm, in Apricot, £39.99, JoÚ Lewis & Partners Cuckoo land Karlsson modern cuckoo clock in Pink, £64.80, Idyll Home Mint condition Newgate Echo Number Three wall clock in Neo Mint, £55, Cotswold Trading…

TOP TIP Use good-quality artist's paper suitable for acrylic paint as this won't warp. You could also paint directly onto a canvas – pick up a cheap one at The Range YOU WILL NEED • A2 or A3 good-quality art paper • pencil • ruler • rubber • round object (to draw around) • acrylic paint in two colours • artist's paintbrush • picture frame to fit your finished artwork INSTRUCTIONS 1 With your paper placed portrait, draw a large square in light pencil at the bottom of the sheet. To determine the size, measure 2.5cm in from the left and the right, connect these points and use this as the length of each side of the square. Begin the square 2.5cm up from the bottom of the paper. This…

Flooring is a big investment, so it's important to make sure you get it right first time by choosing the best flooring for your space, your budget and your style. We've spoken to the experts and picked a selection of our favourite solutions for every room to help you find your way through the flooring minefield and achieve the look that you and your bank balance will both be happy with. Q What flooring will make a room look bigger? A There are a few tricks you can do with flooring to make the most of a small space. Look for lighter coloured flooring – think cream carpets, light natural tones and whitewashed wood-effect flooring. The light and neutral colours will help to open up the space and give it…

LOOK TO SCANDI STYLE 'Bring a burst of brightness to your space with cool colours’ SCAN ME for more interiors inspo at yourhomestyle.uk 3 OF A KIND… OVEN GLOVES…

TOP TIP Lightly spritz your curtains with water. This helps to cool the air when a breeze blows through Q Can an air purifier help reduce my hayfever symptoms? We chatted to Lars Dunberger, TecÚology Manager for Blueair, for his insight… Pollen clings to your clothing, shoes, hair and even your pet so it's important to remove these pollen particles from the air as quickly as possible when you're indoors. Fortunately, there are quite a few ways to minimise your allergy symptoms caused by pollen. Blueair air purifiers are tested to quickly and quietly remove pollen from the air to help provide relief from pollen allergies and prevent exposure to allergens. Blueair's Blue air purifiers have been tested to remove 99.99% of pollen from the air and can even remove…

Monday ROASTED PEPPERS AND SUNDRIED TOMATO OMELETTE PREP TIME 10 minutes COOK TIME 25 minutes SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS • baby new potatoes, thinly sliced • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely sliced • 6 medium eggs • 150g Cooks&Co roasted red pepper strips, drained • 50g Cooks&Co semi-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped • 1 tbsp chopped parsley • salt and pepper to season METHOD 1 Cook the potatoes in boiling water for around 5-6 minutes until just tender, then drain. 2 Heat the oil in a 20cm frying pan and fry the onion for around 5 minutes. Add the potatoes and cook for a further 3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. 3 Beat the eggs and mix in the peppers, tomatoes and parsley, season and pour into the pan. Cook on…

KIRSTIE DUHIG Editor ‘I've inherited a leaky garage at the end of my garden which I'd love to knock down and turn into a gorgeous summerhouse’ KATIE DUTTON Staff Writer ‘I'd love a cosy attic room with a velvet armchair where I can while away the hours reading and scribbling away!’ HANNAH TRIBE Staff Writer ‘I'd pop a mezzanine level in my living room to make a seating area with an incredible view – and a sewing nook beneath!’ CATRIONA BURNS Features Editor ‘I love spending time outside, so I'd invest in a covered patio, meaning I could enjoy al fresco living whatever the weather’…

STYLE INSIDER Quiet luxury celebrates understated glamour, but you don't have to splash the cash to get the look. When shopping, opt for neutral, earthy colours, curved furniture and tactile accessories. Looking for instant impact? Add in contrasting textures like a gold-finish lamp and a ceramic bowl or vase for some oh-so-subtle elegance. SCAN ME for more trending interior ideas at yourhomestyle.uk…

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Totally tropical Neon Pink flamingo print, from £20, Aureous That's amore Italy Amalfi coast poster, from £13.95, Desenio Hello, sunshine! Everybody Loves The Sunshine poster, from £15, Nanas of Anarchy Blooming lovely Madrid Flower Market print, from £13, Ink & Drop A little pick-me-up Crazy Beautiful typography print, £18, Floppy Toast Girl power Dancing in the Sun poster print by Kubistika, £18, Wallsauce.com GO FOR ABSTRACT ART Tickled pink Shades Of Pink poster, from £9.95, Poster Store Making waves Jade Surfer print by Aerial Beach Photography, from £18, Beach House Art…

go modern As a contemporary bathroom range for the budget conscious, Britton's latest collection ticks all the right boxes. Designed for small spaces, the Hackney range is a stylish selection of floating modular bathroom furniture that come in four colourways – Matt Black (shown), Earthy Green, Gloss White, and a new Cherry Wood effect. luxe look A real marble worktop may be on our wishlist, but it's not always the most affordable – or practical – material. Quality laminate work surfaces, on the other hand, now offer a rivalling high-end design without the price tag. The new Marmor marble-effect laminate worktop from Schmidt kitchens is available in a range of thicknesses and has a tactile smoothness to emulate natural stone but is highly durable and easy to clean. Get the…

About me I'm Karen Wilson, a features writer, @beautifulhomesinthenorth and I live with my partner, Warren Campbell, 52, a biomedical scientist. Our home is a threebed semi-detached stone-built house in Low Fell, Tyne & Wear. We moved here in November 2021. TOTAL £1,895 My problem bathroom The shower was leaking through the floor, the enamel on the cast-iron bath was flaking off, and the walls and panelling had both been painted a light blue which wasn't to my taste. There were two built-in cupboards, one of which smelt of damp, and both had gothic-style detailing that felt a bit dated. How I made it work To keep costs down, I thought carefully about what things we could keep and revamp, as well as the type of storage we would need.…

Box fresh Get your kitchen cupboards and countertops in order with easy-open OXO POP containers. OXO's airtight storage collection comes in 20 handy sizes, and they are all stackable, too, making them a great solution for small kitchens. Each container features a push-button seal to keep food fresh and safe from pesky summer visitors like ants and moths. Prices start from £6.50 for a POP Mini Square 0.2L container, available from John Lewis, Lakeland and Amazon. oxouk.com 3 OF THE BEST sun umbrellas From a cooktop to a BBQ, make your favourite morning brew almost anywhere with Petromax's percolator. Stylish shopper On the look out for the perfect reusable shopping bag? These cute, eco-friendly designs from Kind Bags tick all of our boxes. Developed to reduce single-use plastic, each vegan-friendly…

Fritters are a great way of eating more veg, and here they are further enhanced by the flavour bomb additions of cheese and fresh herbs Pork skewers PREPARATION TIME 15 minutes, plus minimum 1 hour marinating COOKING TIME 10 minutes, plus resting SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS ● 4 garlic cloves, crushed ● 1 tbsp dried oregano, plus extra to garnish ● 1 tbsp white wine vinegar ● 125ml extra virgin olive oil ● 1kg pork tenderloin, cut into 2cm cubes ● 500ml lager ● ½ bunch of fresh sage, leaves picked ● sea salt and black pepper To serve ● lemon wedges ● pickled sliced red onion ● sweet potato chips ● pitta bread ● green pickled pepper ● Greek yoghurt ● chilli sauce METHOD 1 Pound the garlic and oregano in a…

WATFAIR Hey, Barbie! Embracing this season's hottest trend, Barbiecore, these picks will help you to transform your garden into a party set-up with retro pinks and playful accessories Colour pop Balance bright pinks with refreshing mint OLIVER BONAS Off the wall Taking influence from designs of the Seventies, this season's décor pieces feature funky prints and patterns in a bold colour palette ADD COLOUR TO YOUR TABLE! NEXT Soft romance For timeless charm, you can't go wrong with this collection filled with delicate florals, pretty pinks and classic design. Buy now and love for years to come… Dine in style Pastel pink brings a modern twist to porcelain tableware Easy update Give a bed or sofa a fresh look with some new-season cushions Au naturel For maximum relaxation, stick to…

SCAN ME for more interiors inspo at yourhomestyle.uk Getting wavy These gorgeous blue tiles from FAM (right) are hand-painted in Portugal but the price point is a bit beyond our reach. For a similar motif, we're digging this poster called Waves Very Peri by Pure on juniqe.co.uk. Prop it up on your counter or hang above your dining table. From £6.95. Little spoon Brighten up a boiled egg breakfast with these jazzy plexiglass spoons from German designer Heim Söhne. There are lots of colours to choose from – we especially like the chic tortoiseshell. The spoons cost £4.50 each from lamplondonhome.com. Poppy plates We love a cute tablescape moment, and floral-themed crockery? We're sold! ARKET's new poppy plates and bowls are a dreamy addition to summer dinners and al fresco…

TOP TIP For a dramatic look, make a few paper palms in different sizes, by varying the size of the rectangle you start with. Finish the look by displaying in a stylish vase YOU WILL NEED • A1 sheet of Ivory hammered 120gsm paper, £10.21 for 5 sheets, Papermill Direct • scissors • ruler • double-sided tape • bamboo cane • glue gun INSTRUCTIONS 1 Cut a sheet of paper to 50 × 70cm. Fold a 2cm-wide strip along the 70cm edge of the paper. Turn the paper over and fold another 2cm-wide strip back the other way. Continue folding accordionstyle along the whole length. Fold in half along the long edge to make a fan shape. 2 To make the spikes, cut a diagonal section off each end of…

TOP TIP Grosgrain ribbon works best for this project as its tight weave makes it strong enough to support the weight of the letters without folding or crumpling YOU WILL NEED • Gold metal wire rings: 30cm, £1.99; 20cm, £1.50, both Easy Florist Supplies• selection of wire stem faux flowers and foliage, such as roses, gypsophila and eucalyptus • green floristry wire• 40cm length of wide grosgrain ribbon• wooden lettering • glue gun• twine INSTRUCTIONS 1 Take the large hoop and secure a few pieces of foliage to one side. We used eucalyptus. If your foliage isn't wire-stemmed, use floristry wire to hold it securely in place. 2 Attach three sprigs of gypsophila, also known as baby's breath, between your foliage using the same method. Now add three large flowers…

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PINK SKIES I love colour and it is very dominant in my interior style. I like to create rooms that not only look good but feel good to live in, too. As my kitchen is part of an open-plan living space I chose three colours from the overall scheme to use as my colour palette for the kitchen area. I carried the soft pink from the walls over the ceiling in order to zone the area and added vibrant yellow blinds for a fun pop of colour. This colour is also mirrored in the dining area on the opposite side. I like to think that I have transformed this once dark and gloomy kitchen into a fun space for all the family to enjoy. @hilaryscolourfulhome SHELF LIFE Having purchased my…

Nature's way Bring the outdoors inside and create your very own sanctuary with neutral tones, organic shapes and layers of texture A natural scheme doesn't have to be bland. Opt for rich, earthy colours such as bright greens and terracotta to add vibrance Mix and match traditional prints with contemporarystyle pieces to keep this look up to date Parisian chic This elegant look oozes timeless appeal with sophisticated blues paired with glassware and ornate gold details Mermaid vibes Immerse yourself in an ocean-themed scheme filled with seashells, shimmering pearls, and an ethereal colour palette For a subtle take on this seaside style, stick to scalloped motifs and gentle wave prints Release your inner child and add in accessories that bring you joy! Look out for fun faces that'll make you…

IN CONVERSATION WITH Interview Congratulations on the return of Your Home Made Perfect! What can we expect from series four? More of the same! It definitely feels bigger – we've got our returning team of six architects, and we have an amazing range of budgets, so there's accessible stuff and then quite out-of-this-world stuff. We've also done our first-ever flat – that particular project is with the actor, Jill Halfpenny, which was a lovely one to do. We've gone all over the country to look at personal properties and public buildings that reflect the inspiration which each of the architects have chosen for their particular pitch. That was lovely for me to go around with a different architect and see what makes them tick but also from a viewer's perspective, there's…