Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2017 i Ideal Home

When you think how old Ideal Home is (nearly 100), it’s surprising that it hasn’t had its own range of homeware for years already. But, we’ve finally got there! We’ve spent months secretly working on it with the super-talented design team at Very.co.uk and this month is the grand unveiling. We’ve stuck to Ideal Home’s perennial style themes: country; retro-modern; Scandi; hotel chic and grown-up glamour – the ‘permatrends’ that evolve from year to year. My tip: the upholstery is the star of the show (I’ve sat on it…) – beautifully made by craftsmen in Lancashire and designed to become part of the family for years. Turn to pages 18 and 78 to see more……

MY GO-TO STORES… • ZARA HOME ‘Full of great basics like bedlinen’ • ABODE ‘A local home store in Brighton with beautiful lighting and accessories’ • HABITAT ‘My go-to for linen and bedding’ • CABLE & COTTON ‘Brighton based pick-and-mix pom pom fairy light shop’ STYLIST’S TIP “Mix up rich shades of dark woods and warm hues to add interest to a neutral scheme ” STEPHANIE DURRANT, CONTENT EDITOR…

Put damask on the walls Add grandeur with this classic pattern – but keep it tone-on-tone for subtle style. WHERE TO BUY Villandry Serpentine wallpaper, £88 per roll, Style Library STYLIST’S NOTE “Offset busy, traditional patterns with simple furniture shapes and lighting to keep it modern ”MICHELA COLLING , STYLE EDITOR Upgrade your bed linen Swap plains with a traditional floral that packs a dark and dramatic punch. WHERE TO BUY Glyndebourne double duvet set, £120, Christy STYLIST’S NOTE “If you don’t have pattern in a room, add personality with statement lighting, vases and collectables ”MICHELA COLLING , STYLE EDITOR Give it a Scandi spin A Gustavian-style desk, bentwood chair and cowhide rug add a vintage Scandi twist. WHERE TO BUY Writing desk, £395; limed oak chair, £129;…

Stylist’s note “ Choose a flat, chalky matt finish for purple-tone paint or it’ll look dated, but bring the colour to life with lots of texture in the room ”CAROL WORTLEY-BISHOP , STYLIST Decadent living Dusty purples are so rich and indulgent, they lend themselves to a really luxe look, with plush velvets, buttoned upholstery, heavy curtains, marble and touches of old gold Stylist’s note “Dusty purple looks great with off-white furniture for classic style, but team it with shades of cool grey for a more modern scheme” CAROL WORTLEY-BISHOP , STYLIST Layers of luxury Combine dusty purples – plum, aubergine, fig – with blush pink and grey for a harmonious palette that creates just the right mellow mood for a bedroom…

THE PROPERTY A five-bed Edwardian terrace in Muswell Hill, London, bought in 2012. VALUE Similar properties in the area are marketed at around £2million. Lucy and David Houlton knew this house was exactly what they wanted as soon as they stepped inside. ‘Every room felt spacious and – most important of all – each one had the potential to be incredibly light,’ explains Lucy. ‘However, the kitchen was tucked away in the dark basement, there was a kitchenette in a bedroom, the décor throughout was quite dingy and every room needed updating. There was also a vast loft crying out for conversion. Our vision was to reorganise the space and create a cohesive decorative scheme that would make the house feel brighter, modern and welcoming.’ A builder started work the…

We all love getting stuck into a project, but bulging drawers and messy surfaces can prevent those creative ideas from flowing. Don’t waste precious time trying to find what you need among piles of paper, discarded crafting tools and stray sewing paraphernalia – with a little help from Hobbycraft, you can enjoy a clutter-free room in which everything has its place. CLEAR THE DECKS As well as being a one-stop shop for all your crafting supplies, Hobbycraft stocks a wide range of versatile, eye-catching storage solutions that will inject personality into your workspace and make tidying up less of a chore. From boxes and baskets to pin boards and pin cushions, you’ll find something for every problem and every budget. FOR MORE INFORMATION... Get ideas for your crafting projects at…

For more than 20 years, Debenhams has collaborated with some of the hottest names in British fashion and design to bring distinctive designer-led furniture and homewares to a wider audience. J BY JASPER CONRAN Jasper Conran has been part of the portfolio since 1996. His mid-century-inspired autumn/winter range mixes sleek silhouettes with sophisticated materials and sartorial elegance. Accessories in smooth marble and metallic tones add on-trend industrial elegance to any scheme. ‘I’ve taken inspiration from the timeless silhouette of a reading lamp and reimagined it in brushed gold and marble to create a collection of floor and tabletop pieces,’ says Jasper. His new textiles also enhance the sense of luxury in the collection. ‘I’ve focussed on using velvet, textural linear embroidery and graphic patterns, in a rich palette of navy…

WHERE TO BUY 1. MIXER TAP Eiger tap, £235, Franke 2. PENDANT Bristol light, £49, Heal’s 3. WORKTOP Statuario, £400 per sq m, Eternal Series, Silestone 4. PAINT Black Blue estate eggshell, £24 for 750ml, Farrow & Ball 5. BAR STOOL Welles stool in white and mango wood, £129, Swoon Editions 6. BOWLS Cereal bowls, £29.50 for three, Atelier 7. MIXER Artisan 4.8ltr stand mixer, £739, KitchenAid 8. TABLE Table, £795, Loaf 9. CHOPPING BOARD Wooden board, £4, Wilko…

“Having had so much input into the design of the kitchen adds to our enjoyment of the space ” Welcome to my home Natalie Wheeler lives here with her husband, Paul and children, Thea, 12 and Alex, 10. THE PROPERTY A five-bed Edwardian semi in Cheltenham. WHAT IT COST IDEAL HOME loves Ply units Made from thin layers of birch and walnut – they’re super-strong and moisture-resistant HOW NATALIE AND PAUL DID IT ‘Our old kitchen had potential, but it looked tired and dark, and disjointed, too, with three different types of flooring. We wanted a stylish space that had lots of character and was fun to be in. We started by knocking down the old conservatory, which brought in more light. We extended out and to the side,…

 Sunken baths, usually associated with spa retreats and boutique hotels, can add a touch of luxury and create impact at home, too. “Choose a bath with built-in support to maintain its structure. Alternatively, a concrete or metal frame can be added ” CLAIRE GAY, SECTOR MARKETING MANAGER, ROCA Q What are the benefits? As they take up less space and don’t obstruct sightlines or windows, a sunken bath will make your bathroom feel bigger. And, as Agnes found, sinking a bath can provide extra head height for showering in low-ceilinged or awkward-shaped rooms. Q Are there any negatives? Besides installation costs, the main issue is that it can be difficult for elderly people and children to get in and out of a sunken bath. Bathing small children and cleaning…

1 THE DESIGNER-STYLE BARGAIN An award-winning matt white design with a 100g/min continuous steam output and super-smooth soleplate. And the smart temperature control system means there’s no need to switch settings when you change fabrics. IS5042 E Carestyle 5 steam station iron, £79.20, Braun 2 THE DELICATE TOUCH Gorgeous looks with a performance to match, this easy-to-store steam generator has an ultra-light iron with an exceptionally smooth soleplate that glides equally well over silk or denim, while the powerful 120g/min steam blasts away stubborn creases without the risk of scorching your delicates. GC7619/20 Perfect Care pure steam generator iron, £119, Philips 3 THE CITY SLICKER Weighing a little more than a basic iron, but offering continuous steam, with a soleplate that won’t leave shiny marks on dark fabrics, this is…

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WE KEEP SEEING… VELVET TUB CHAIRS The place to be when cocktail hour is calling! We’ve had a baby! (sort of...) We’re feeling a bit like proud parents here at IH HQ, ’cos we’ve finally achieved our dream of creating a collection of furniture and homeware and it was about nine months in the making! We got together with Very to come up with five themes, based on the timeless looks we love the most. The pieces in each look are collectable, but work with all the other looks, too, so you can mix them up in your own style. SAINSBURY’S IS THE SPOOKIEST We just had to take a moment to appreciate the fine array of creative Hallowe’en party decs available at Sainsbury’s. Everything to make a…

Supersize wall feature Fill a wall with character, even in a small room. It doesn’t have to be a canvas – a big mirror or carved wooden panel would be just as ‘wow’ The perfect grey paint With a touch of warm brown to make it smooth and cosy, and a chalky matt finish to make it modern Eclectic displays This look has a distinctly global edge, so accessorise with Moroccan-style cushions, Scandi-geo fabrics, artisan ceramics and crafted lanterns Accent chair Let sofas blend in for versatility’s sake, but indulge in a hit of earthy colour on a side seat Dark-wood coffee table Add drama and definition with a walnut or dark teak design that’s worthy of being centre stage Walls in Hardwick White estate emulsion, £43.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow…

Mix, don’t match ‘We’re never frightened of blending modern pieces, such as our comfy sofas, with high street, vintage and antique finds, like our elegant French chair,’ says Pauline. BUY THE KEY PIECES For a similar sofa, try the Kendal, £1,300, Laura Ashley. For a similar armchair, try the French-style Louis chair, £475, La Residence Interiors Buy what you love ‘Our style is eclectic because if we see something we love, we buy it, then decide which room it will look best in,’ says Pauline. ‘We’re inspired by French and Scandinavian interiors.’ BUY THE KEY PIECES For similar fabric, try the Posies cashmere pink on cream linen, £54 per m, Peony & Sage. For a similar rug, try the Victoriana Traditional gold rug, £270, Laura Ashley Think outside the box…

WHERE TO BUY 1. LAMP Naomie lamp base and shade in Blackberry, £95, Laura Ashley 2. RUG Mosaic rug in Light Purple, £399, Ted Baker at Amara 3. CUSHION Pansy floral cushion, £40, Scatterbox at Harvey Norman 4. FAUX FLOWERS Artificial peony roses, £50, John Lewis 5. VASE Jewel glass vase in Amethyst, £21.50, MiaFleur 6. CHAIR Le Cocktail velvet chair in Grape, £425, Oliver Bonas 7. THROW Beehive throw in Black Cherry, £59, The British Blanket Company 8. ROSE WREATH Wooden rose heart in Plum, £7, Wilko…

“Inspired by the Cotswolds, our Country Luxe range mixes beautiful materials in muted tones to create warmth and give a nod to heritage styling ” SUSIE GIBSON, HOME DESIGN MANAGER, NEXT For a scheme that’s easy to live with and has timeless appeal, you can’t go wrong with country style. Its mix of natural materials, soft colour and lovely rustic texture, creates a versatile look that will instantly turn your house into a warm and inviting home, wherever you live. INSPIRED BY THE COUNTRY The new Country Luxe range from Next’s autumn/winter collection takes inspiration from the heart of the Cotswolds to create a quintessential British look that’s easy on the eye. Elegant dressers in chalky washed wood are finished with beautiful curved lines and delicate spindle legs, while smart…

“It’s hard to decide what my favourite piece is - there are just so many nice things! ” EIMEAR VARIAN-BARRY , STYLIST & INSTAGRAMMER Dunelm has always been a brand that inspires me and somewhere I love to shop,’ reveals Eimear Varian-Barry. ‘But there’s something so fresh and exciting about the autumn-winter collection, I just adore it!’ Styled with furniture and accessories from Dunelm’s new Maison Francaise range, this chateauchic bedroom was finessed by Eimear’s enviable eye for design and detail. ‘The gorgeous dusky pink and pompom throws were must-haves for a cosy touch to the bed and I also wanted the lovely vintage-style picture frames for the dressing table,’ says Eimear, who admitted to falling in love with the pompom throw so much she almost smuggled it home…

As the trend for industrial interiors continues, the interest in using plywood has soared. This unassuming layered timber solution is perfect for creating a pared-back look and it’s a great money-saver, too. Q Why is plywood a popular choice for kitchens? Kitchens look stunning in a combination of textures and ply can be used to lift a scheme, add warmth and give a hand-crafted finish. It’s also incredibly strong and can be left unfinished or painted, varnished or covered in a melamine veneer to add colour. Q Is it expensive? No, it’s a cheap alternative to solid wood and its lightness belies its strength. Prices vary depending on the thickness (three ply, five ply and so on) and the thicker it is, the less flexible it will be. If you…

Known for its handcrafted wallpapers and richly pigmented paints, Farrow & Ball has been transforming homes, old and new, large and small, since 1946. This autumn, the company has launched three distinctive new wallpaper designs, inspired by the belief that, just as the garden can have a calming effect outside, so too can a beautiful floral wallpaper inside. The range includes: Atacama, which has a busy, playful botanical print with rich textures for the ultimate escapism at home; Hegemone, that’s less rigid and defined than a classic floral pattern, with flowers blooming freely in all directions; and Helleborus, featuring the largest motif that Farrow & Ball has designed to date, characterised by expressive petals and a sense of fluidity. SIMPLY THE BEST Made in Dorset, Farrow & Ball wallpaper is…

THE MULTI-TASKER If you have space for one piece in your hallway, get this smart Pinnig unit from Ikea. With space to sling coats, scarves, hats and shoes, you can also secure it to the wall for safety. £69, Ikea THE HANDY HOOKS A row of extra hooks is always useful in a hallway – make a feature of them with this stylish gold-effect marble set. £10 for two, Sainsbury’s THE WELLY STATION Parking your muddy wet wellies on a nice clean shoe rack isn’t the smartest move - use this boot tray instead. £11, The Holding Company THE TELEPHONE BENCH The super smart Jensen storage bench will provide the perfect spot for a home phone, while the handy drawer is a bonus. £199, Made.com THE SHELF MIRROR A shelf…

Gourmet fish finger and tartare open sarnie Takes 30min Serves 4 INGREDIENTS • 400g skinless, boneless cod fillets, cut into thick strips • 4tbsp plain flour • 150g breadcrumbs • Zest of 1 lemon • 2 eggs, beaten • 4tbsp sunflower oil • 2 mini ciabatta, halved • 4tbsp tartare sauce (see recipe on previous page) • Rocket Put the fish pieces into a large bowl and add the plain flour. Season well and toss together until the fish pieces are well coated. In a separate bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and lemon zest. Dip each fish piece in the beaten egg, then in the breadcrumbs to coat. Heat the oil in a large nonstick pan until hot. Add the fish fingers and fry for 3-4min until golden and cooked through. Make the tartare sauce. Slice and toast…

Line ’em up We used picture ledges that sit close to the wall, but are just wide enough to hold glassware and bottles. Make it a focal point by painting the area in a standout colour or chalkboard paint – who knows what will be written on the wall by the end of the night…! BUY THE KEY PIECES Blackboard paint, £3.60 for 250ml, Wilko. Mosslanda white shelves, £8.50 each; Festlighet cocktail glasses, £1.75 each; Vardagen water glasses, £3.50 for six; Ivrig Champagne flutes, £1.50 each; Hederlig wine glasses, £1 each; all Ikea. Cocktail shaker, £95, Oka…

“ By the time we came to decorate, I had to get creative with the money we had left over ” THE PROPERTY  A four-bedroom 1900s end-of-terrace in Brighton, East Sussex. VALUE Bought for £460,000 in 2015; now worth £750,000. When it came to decorating this four-bed townhouse in Brighton, Thaisa Box wanted her home to have an original, eclectic look, but it had to be done on a strict budget. ‘The bulk of our money went on the renovation of the property, as the structure of the building required a lot of TLC,’ she says. ‘The layout was reconfigured as we relocated the kitchen, and we converted the loft, added two new bathrooms and redesigned the garden, too. So, when it came to the decorating and…

WHAT I’VE LEARNED “Measure furniture before you buy, especially vintage or antique pieces! I’ve fallen foul of this so often – I buy something I love and then it’s a nightmare to get it in the house!” Steven worked for Laura Ashley, BHS and Marks & Spencer before heading up Tesco’s design team. He lives in a village in Bedfordshire with his partner, designer Paul O’Donovan, and their fox terrier, Oscar. We live in a 17th-century former mill house with lots of character. It’s full of beams and tiny Hobbit-like doors that you have to duck through. Despite living there for two years, we still manage to bash our heads every now and again! We’re really lucky to live in such a wonderful house. Because we both travel a lot…

“Over the years, our tastes have changed. We’ve gone for a lighter, French-inspired look and given our old Habitat furniture to our granddaughter ” THE PROPERTY A four-bed Victorian terrace in Plymouth. VALUE Bought for £440,000 in 2006; now worth £600,000. After pinpointing the precise area where they wanted to live, Pauline and Paul West patiently waited until just the right property came onto the market. ‘Renting near our preferred location and speaking regularly to the estate agents paid huge dividends,’ says Pauline. ‘Even before this handsome house went on the market, we were given a tip-off and immediately set up a viewing.’ The house, built in 1903, hadn’t been touched for 30 years, but the couple could see through the dowdy, tired décor. ‘It was very dark…

1 Rework your colours Ring the change of seasons by cosying up your bedroom for autumn. There’s no need for a complete overhaul – just work in a warmer background colour on the wall behind the bed, then restyle your bedding to match, using mellow tones of teal, charcoal, navy, russet and gold. 2 SCENT THE HOUSE Place a vanilla-scented tealight in a small bowl filled with coffee beans. The candle will heat the beans and create a delicious aroma. 3 BRING MORE BLING TO YOUR TABLE Posh up your dining table with a set of luxe gold-finish cutlery. Team it with plain plates in a dusky shade to make dinners a glam affair. 4 Take a new slant Add an accent stripe to jazz up a plain wall. Paint…

“This house doesn’t stand out, but when people come inside, they’re blown away! It’s everything we could possibly want ” THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom Thirties semi in Bristol. VALUE A similar property would cost around £670,000. When Karen Ogilvie spotted the ‘For Sale’ sign outside a house on a quiet Bristol street, she knew there was more to the ordinary-looking semi than met the eye. ‘I’d lived a few doors along, so knew about the amazing city views at the back,’ she says. ‘It was very run-down, but had potential to extend, and my partner Jon and I could see that it could be fabulous.’ The original three-bedroom layout has remained intact, and the only change visible from the road is a new utility room tagged on to…

WHERE TO BUY 1. PRINT X Ray Hydrangea print, £25, Marks & Spencer 2. LIGHT Cobb Rise and Fall large pendant light, £215, Original BTC 3. TILE White Chapel tile, £29.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors 4. SHELF Ekby Osten/Ekby Hensvik shelf with brackets, £13, Ikea 5. STORAGE JAR Lotta container, £22.50, LSA International 6. JUG Pitcher, £30, Sophie Conran for Portmeirion 7. STOOL Originals tall bar stool, £230, Ercol 8. BOWL Tribal bowl, £3, Matalan 9. RANGE COOKER Professional Deluxe 100, £2,084, Rangemaster…

WHERE TO BUY 1. PICTURE Loch Sloy framed print by David Ross, £32, Barker & Stonehouse 2. WALL LIGHT Pimlico bathroom wall light, £45, Garden Trading 3. LANTERN Etched lantern, £19.99, The Range 4. RUG Sheepskin rug in black, £34.99, Dunelm 5. FLOOR TILES Galena floor tiles, £44.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors 6. ORCHID Cerise pink faux orchid, £11.99, Homescapes 7. TOWELS Christy towels in Thistle, from £3.50 for a face cloth, John Lewis 8. BATH Dulwich bath in black, £699, Victoria Plum…

THE DUST BUSTER Practise your forehand swing by bashing out the dust from your rugs using this handy carpet beater. £41, Manufactum THE STAIN ELIMINATORS Wipe away marks and stains from carpets, rugs and upholstery with these brilliantly versatile wipes. £3.49 for a pack of 20, Lakeland THE ALL-NATURAL POLISH Free from chemical nasties, this fragrance-free furniture polish will get your tabletops looking as good as new. £7, Daylesford THE SCREEN WIPES See all those small child-sized greasy fingerprints that pepper your TV screen? These clever wipes will ensure you’ll never set eyes on them again. £3 for 100, Fellowes range, Wilko THE CURTAIN FRESHENER The Vaporetto Handy Pocket steam cleaner features a host of attachments to help you get windows sparkling, as well as freshen up curtains and blinds.…

WHERE TO BUY 1. APRON Sea bream apron, £23.95, Annabel James 2. JUICER Wooden lemon reamer, £2.29, Lakeland 3. MUSSEL POT Enamel mussel pot in Shutter Blue, £35, Cuckooland 4. PLATTER Shore platter, £10, Sainsbury’s 5. LOBSTER CRACKERS £15 for two, Garden Trading 6. SALT & PEPPER POTS Set of two retro shakers, £7, PASX 7. COASTER Fish coaster, £15 for four, Kikkerland 8. CONDIMENT BOWLS Stoneware set, £30, Cotswold Trading…