Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2019 i Ideal Home

So, if you noticed the mention of ‘Ownable’ on the cover of this issue, you’re probably wondering what it’s all about! You might have spotted it at the end of last year, too, when we did a trial run. We know from your phone calls and emails that you sometimes struggle to find items we’ve featured, but Ownable makes it so easy. It’s a free mobile app you download, then choose Ideal Home and the page number where you’ve spotted something you like. When you click on the item, it takes you to the product on the retailer’s site. Alternatively – handy if you want to buy things from a variety of retailers – you can register for an Ownable account, fill your basket and place…

Smooth out hard edges Channel your soft side with velvet sofas without a sharp corner in sight: all gentle curves and fluted backs. WHERE TO BUY Meghan sofa, £1,199; armchair, from £649; velvet pouffe, £65; Satre coffee table, £350; Louis De Poortere Columbus rug, £680, all John Lewis & Partners Soften your wall colour Pair soft pink with denim tones – softer than midnight blue but a characterful alternative to grey. WHERE TO BUY Pashmina and Runaway matt emulsion, both £18 for 2.5L, Crown. Use a footstool as a coffee table Strong shades are making way for softer hues such as denim blue Ð velvet is a must. WHERE TO BUY Loaf Belgrave three-seater sofa, from £1,699; Dollop footstool in Winter Sky clever velvet, £499; David Hunt Heron lamp, £250;…

Surface space Free up your tabletops by making use of the ceiling, walls and floor: trailing plants look great hanging in holders, and wall-mounted pots are perfect for air plants. Who needs artwork when you have your own living wall? Potting table on wheels Keep all your plant-care kit together on a mini trolley and use it to move your pots around the house Stylist’s Note “ Group plants inside your bifolds, French doors or rear windows to give the area a garden-room feel ” MICHELA COLLING , STYLE EDITOR…

‘The steel island surface works with the exposed brick and metal-framed windows for an industrial vibe’ Ruth Corbett, Houses Editor ‘Positioned near the glass doors and rooflight, Holly’s twin mirrors bounce light deep into the space’ Holly Phillips, Decorating Editor ‘In a big, open-plan space, scale everything up, from furniture to lighting, for a simple, confident look’ Ruth Corbett, Houses Editor ‘A neutral room needs “wow” details, so Holly’s chandelier and ornate boudoir chair are perfect additions’ Nicky Phillips, Decorating Editor…

Define areas in a knock-through Walls painted in Hardwick White estate emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Archway painted in Mister David absolute matt emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Little Greene. Sisal Hopscotch Chalk carpet, £56.90sq m, Alternative Flooring. Izzy sofa in Canvas pure Belgian linen, £1,940, Sofa.com. Marino chair, from £1,370, Ercol. Hex footstool, from £379, Sofa Workshop. Velvet pouffe in gold, £65, John Lewis & Partners. Brunel side table, £95, The White Company. Celestial rug, 221x160cm, £169, Woven. Blush & silver floor lamp, £125, Cox & Cox. ON POUFFE Round tray, £19.50, Marks & Spencer. Faux Echeveria succulent, £18, Neptune. Teapot in Mist, £120, Mud Australia. Naomi stoneware mugs, £6.50 each, Rose & Grey. Garment washed linen napkins, £26 for four, Also Home. Small flared bowl, £25, Mud…

“Warm up a monochrome scheme with pops of sunny yellow and plenty of lush, green house plants ” VANESSA RICHMOND, EDITOR IDEAL HOME loves Berber-style rugs Soft underfoot, deep pile is a real treat for your toes, and the simple geo pattern is ultra-versatile IDEAL HOME LOVES… Boho buys at Very.co.uk…

Part of the 14-strong Runway group, Duma Arantes blends tradition and technology to produce art that celebrates feminine strength and softness. Here she talks about her passion for painting, her influences and her creative practice. How did you become an artist? I grew up in a village near Lisbon and, as I’m an only daughter, I spent hours in my bedroom, playing alone, drawing and painting. I’d draw my dolls and design new types of flowers. One day, someone gave me a box of oil paints and it was love at first sight. I later studied advertising, but my love for painting was stronger, and, as soon as I graduated, I went on to study painting and drawing at the National Society of Fine Arts in Lisbon. I started to…

IDEAL INDUSTRIAL EDGE Abode Pronteau Prostream 3-in-1 tap in Urban copper, £849, Sinks-taps.com GREAT DEAL ELEGANT LINES Rangemaster Intense brushed copper dual-lever kitchen tap, £159.95, Victorian Plumbing…

There is something about a range cooker that gives a kitchen personality. The only problem? They’re not cheap, which is why many people buy second-hand. Here, we explain how to find the range of your dreams for a fraction of the cost of a new one. Q Where do I start? First off, you’ll need to consider what type of cooker you require. Will it be electric or gas or oil powered? An Aga or an Esse? The most popular tend to be electric models like the Dual or Total Control Aga, where you’re able to turn the hobs or ovens on and off separately, reducing running costs. Gas or oil-fired cookers can be cheap to run, too, but require a flue system and annual servicing. Q Do second-hand cookers…

Make your bathroom a haven of tranquillity and privacy by fitting classic window shutters. Here, we help you choose what type to invest in… Q Are shutters practical in a bathroom? Unlike fabric blinds which can get damp and mildewed in steamy bathrooms, shutters allow extra ventilation with their louvred slats, so they’ll dry more quickly. They’re also easier to wipe down and keep clean. Q Won’t moisture damage the shutters? While painted wood or MDF shutters are fine in well-ventilated bathrooms, for rooms with high humidity, moisture-resistant shutters are more practical. Made of ABS plastic, polymer or polyvinyl, they are waterproof, so the slats won’t rot or warp. Q What about privacy and light levels? The easy-to-adjust slats allow greater control than with a regular blind. By tilting the…

IDEAL SMART SIDE LIGHT LED outdoor wall light, £50, John Lewis & Partners DESIGN CLASSIC Louis Ghost armchair, £260, Nest SLEEK STATEMENT Zinc galvanised flared square planter in copper, £29.99, Primrose BE COCOONED Indoor/outdoor hanging chair, £375, Cox & Cox BOLD PRINTS Green banana leaves fabric square cushion, £21, Gisela Graham EVENING GLOW Floor lantern, £32, B&Q NATURAL ADDITION Toba rattan coffee table, £270, Artisanti GREAT DEAL HOT SPOT Randa adjustable one-light outdoor spotlight, £33.99, Wayfair CLEAR WINNER Jelly acrylic chair, £179 for two, Made.com PERFECT FOR PALMS Marrakech metal flare planter, £3, Homebase TROPICAL VIBES Leaves print outdoor cushion, £12, JD Williams HANG LOOSE Hanging chair, £295, Design Vintage BOHO BEAUTY Baril coffee table, £192, Made In Design RUSTIC FINISH St Austell battery lantern, £24.99, Lights4Fun…

1 THEY’RE MADE TO ORDER Be aware of the long lead time – they could take months to arrive, so need to be ordered early in a renovation to prevent hold-ups. 2 THEY CAN BE EXPENSIVE Priced at about £2,700sq m, authentic steel Crittall doors such as those featured in the Hills’ home are costly, but stunning. 3 THERE ARE CHEAPER ALTERNATIVES Aluminium replicas of Crittall doors do exist and, although they are not the same quality, they are much more cost-effective and have quicker lead times, which impacts less on the building schedule. 4 THEY CAN BE DOUBLE GLAZED Because of their association with Art Deco, there’s a misconception that Crittall windows and doors are only single-glazed, which isn’t true. 5 THEY CAN BE INTERNAL DOORS, TOO By using…

Pro’s choice Spirit II S-210 GBS, £569, Weber This new two-burner design (H113x W122xD69cm) is made to last. The stainless-steel lid and cast-iron cooking surface can hold very high temperatures for top-quality searing, all backed by a 10-year warranty. THE BEST BIT A grill section that you can swap for a wok (£79.99), pizza stone or griddle (£49.99 each). Small but mighty Everdure FORCE 2, £599, John Lewis Heston Blumenthal’s slim but powerful two-burner (H106.7xW117.5x D74.3cm) comes in five colours: Orange, Mint, Stone, Red and Charcoal. Made of rustproof die-cast aluminium, its high hood means it roasts with convection heat (it’ll fit a 6kg turkey!) as easily as it grills burgers. THE BEST BIT It can reach exceptionally high temperatures, but the high-quality control dials mean that you can adjust…

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While it might seem a little daunting, if you get your bathroom layout right from the start it will make the difference between an adequate design and one that ticks all the boxes. First up, make sure your measurements are correct and then you can begin to experiment. IDENTIFY YOUR NEEDS Think about who will use the room – will it be an en-suite for two or a family space? PLAN YOUR LAYOUT A scale plan of the room is a good place to start. Measure carefully as accurate dimensions are key, and include architectural features that are likely to affect the design, such as windows, doors and boilers. Cut out to-scale shapes of everything you’d like to include – loo, basin, bath and shower enclosure for instance – and…

ASOS LAUNCHES HOMEWARE! It took longer than we expected, but Asos has finally joined the interiors market with its first in-house range, Asos Supply. Just the thing for fledgling interior lovers, it’s all about personality pieces – textiles with bold graphic prints, a good dose of animal print, plant and wall hangers, stylish baskets and colourful bathroom bits. SURPRISE IN STORE! Industrial style at Argos Argos has launched the very now Nomad range – but we love it for more than just its loft-style good looks. The display cabinet, £229.99, would work in a number of rooms, and the round dining table and chairs can squeeze into small spaces thanks to chairs that tuck under the table, £249.99. Check out Orla Kiely’s new furniture range Think retro prints and Orla…

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Yes “Holding parties at home is a lot less stress and a lot more fun ” Emily Cleary, 41, lives in a three-bed semi in Buckinghamshire with her husband Jamie, their son, Henry, six, and daughter, Beatrice, four. Emily is a writer and PR consultant. ‘We recently held our first children’s party at home for Beatrice’s fourth birthday. There were 10 kids, plus eight adults. I had my doubts initially, but the main consideration was cost. We’d previously held Henry’s birthday party in a local hall and it cost nearly £800 in total, whereas the party at home was around £100. I knew there would be sticky fingers everywhere, so we cleared the party room of breakables and put a plastic sheet underneath the table with a wipe-clean tablecloth on…

The type of frame you choose for large windows can have a big impact on the design and budget, not to mention ongoing maintenance. Q Is steel worth the money? Super-trendy, architectural-looking frames, like Holly’s, are made from rolled steel, which is incredibly strong, meaning the frame can be very thin. Modern versions are now double-glazed and hot-dip galvanized prior to powder coating to ensure they don’t rust. They are pricey, but for many there is no comparison. Q Can I get the Crittall look for less? If it’s the distinctive design you’re after, seek out companies that specialise in steel replacement windows made from thermal aluminium. Try Jennyfields for similar horizontal glazing bars, solid lock panels and fasteners. New tech means aluminium frames are becoming thinner, too – Express…

Neena and Bob Findlay’s Victorian terrace is proof that creating a mid-century, Nordic feel to your home can be achieved on a budget. When the couple moved in 10 years ago with their baby son Ed, they stripped floors, updated the kitchen and bathroom and painted every room white, creating a perfect monotone backdrop for Neena’s Scandi-inspired furniture and accessories. ‘I’d say my style is a mix of Scandi, mid-century and bohemian – and always maximal,’ says Neena. ‘I can’t do minimal as whenever I see an empty space I always immediately start thinking about all the things that I could put there! It’s so hard to achieve that classic minimal look without it looking bare or stark. Plus, Victorian houses, with all their nooks and crannies, are made to…

Getting a good night’s sleep is essential, but slipping between good-quality cotton sheets is one of life’s simple pleasures that everyone should be able to enjoy. It’s this belief that Secret Linen Store weaves into all of its delectable bedlinen sets. Founded in 2013 by sisters Molly and Harriet, Secret Line Store works closely with carefully selected factories in Portugal to produce all of its luxury bedding. And, with no marketing costs or high store costs, it’s able to pass on the savings to its customers. As well as bedding, you can also find a variety of cushions and throws, plus bathroom towels and curtains – all set to get your home feeling fresh in time for summer! Inspired to try a new linen look? Then enjoy an exclusive 20%…

Stephen and Laura stumbled across Wanstead Park when they got lost while out on a walk and set their hearts on living there. ‘This house had a great footprint and lots of natural light, so we saw its potential,’ says Stephen. PLANNING CHANGES ‘The kitchen space was awful – dark and gloomy because it was boxed in by the conservatory. We planned to replace it with a new extension, which we wanted to look more modern than the Edwardian style of the house. We shared a Pinterest board and our wish list with our architects, Harp & Harp (020 8401 2613; harpandharp.co.uk), who helped us through the planning process.’ THE NEW SPACE The rear kitchen and playroom were knocked through and the conservatory replaced with a full-width extension, giving the…

Matcha lime & lemonade Takes 15min, plus chilling Makes about 1L INGREDIENTS • 800ml water • 60g coconut sugar (or caster sugar) • 2tsp matcha powder • 100ml freshly squeezed lemon juice, strained • 100ml freshly squeezed lime juice, strained • Handful of mint leaves 1 In a saucepan, combine 200ml of the water with the sugar and place over a low heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. 2 Add the matcha powder to a bowl with a little of the hot sugar water, whisking to mix. Add this to the remaining hot sugar water, mix well. 3 Pour the lemon and lime juice and remaining cold water into a sterilised jar or bottle, then add the matcha sugar water and give it a really good shake.…

“I live within the boundaries of my pain, but from my shed I speak to other crafters around the world through Instagram ” Alison, 47, is married to Grant, a telecoms engineer, and they have a 21-year-old daughter, Eilha. They live in a two-bedroom, end-of-terrace house in East Lothian, which they bought 13 years ago. ‘I damaged my back when I was pregnant and have been in chronic pain ever since. Sewing and crafting have been my escape and comfort, pastimes I love to do, but I had no space of my own to work in – until I got the shed. My mum was terminally ill in hospital when we saw a photograph of it in a magazine. She pointed at it and said, “You need that shed…

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Karen Wheeler, 49, moved with her dog Biff to a four-bedroom, 18th-century cottage in east Devon in 2013. They’re now living in a two-bedroom Victorian ground-floor flat nearby while Karen plans her next property project. ‘I fell in love with Plum Tree Cottage the second I walked through the door. I loved the period features and could see so much potential. It looked cute and cosy from the outside, but it actually had four floors, including a two-room loft conversion and a “garden room” in the basement that looked out on to the pretty courtyard. I viewed it in November, and contracts were exchanged within weeks. The vendors were keen to be in their new home for Christmas. I'm often asked why I moved to Devon when I didn’t know…

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Define areas in a knock-through It makes sense to paint the two spaces in the same colour, but why not pick out the archway in an accent? Paint a blackboard Mark out a simple rectangle to the same length as your dining table to make a feature that’s part memo board, part wall art Highlight great features A painted border will draw attention to lovely period door frames and deep skirting boards. Cosy up a high-ceilinged bedroom Pale rooms can seem chilly and unwelcoming, especially in artificial light, but deep colour on the ceiling makes them cocooning. Paint a ‘headboard’ Keep things simple with a panel of colour you can easily change, move or erase, for a cheaper and less bulky alternative to an upholstered headboard.…

MY GO-TO STORES… ● EBAY Hunt out pre-loved pieces from brands like Ercol and G Plan. ● IKEA Source low-cost pieces for upcycling projects. ● HOMEBASE Has a great selection of house plants and stands. STYLIST’S NOTE “Mix favourite pre-loved finds and contemporary pieces together to create a curated look that doesn’t cost the earth ” STEPHANIE DURRANT, SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR…

1 Stack up the beds Whether your kids share a bedroom, or just have frequent friends to stay, consider investing in bunk beds rather than twin beds. They will take up a much smaller footprint so the room will seem more spacious and the space will be more flexible. 2 APPLY WALL STICKERS A quick way to add interest to a plain wall is with wall decals. They immediately make bland walls more stimulating. 3 GO FOR BOLD BRIGHTS A kid’s room is the perfect place to choose the most colourful option for everyday items. Prop your little one’s door open at night with this soft rainbow doorstop. 4 Upcycle storage Give an old or boring chest of drawers a new look for your child’s room, by upcycling it using…

THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom Victorian end-of-terrace in southeast London, bought in May 2014. WHAT IT COST Kitchen units......£14,000 Appliances...........£2,704 Sink..........................£254 Tap...........................£353 Worktops.............£3,750 Flooring....................£416 Lighting...................£989 Wall tiles..................£560 Bifold doors.........£4,000 TOTAL................£27,026 “This room is full of unusual things and pieces I’ve collected on my travels over the years (@wandalust_), which all add different textures and colours to bring the room together. They make it feel loved and lived in ”…

THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom 300-year-old thatched farmhouse cottage in Devizes, Wiltshire. WHAT IT COST Units....................£12,000 Bespoke dresser.................£3,900 Worktops.............£3,800 Sink..........................£750 Tap...........................£253 Appliances...........£2,215 Flooring................£1,944 TOTAL...............£24,862 “As a working farm’s kitchen, it had to cope with the realities of our lifestyle – including muddy wellington boots and wet dogs!”…

THE PROPERTY A four-bedroom terrace in northwest London, built in 1915. WHAT IT COST Bath..........................£793 Basin........................£509 Loo...........................£222 Shower....................£982 Wall tiles..................£250 Floor tiles.................£180 Shutters...................£400 TOTAL.................£3,336 “The room looks great, everything works perfectly and there’s plenty of storage… I just hope the twins keep it tidy! ”…

SWITCHGRASS A stiff, upright grass that grows to about 1.5m in height, with blue-green leaves that gradually turn yellow in autumn. Plant in clumps for maximum impact. JAPANESE FOREST GRASS A compact, easy-to-grow grass with eye-catching yellow leaves, striped with bright green. Cut it back in late winter to encourage new spring growth. EULALIA GRASS This bushy grass has narrow green leaves through spring and summer, and develops feathery, creamy-brown flower heads for autumn interest and texture.…

Stephen Hill lives here with his wife Laura and their children Oscar, seven, and Hazel, four. THE PROPERTY A four-bed Edwardian house in east London. THE VALUE  Bought for £580,000 in 2010; now worth £1,050,000. WHAT IT COST Electrics.............£6,504 Extension.........£60,205 Floors, walls and ceilings.............£13,992 Fittings............£39,880 Plumbing and heating..............£14,184 Fees.................£23,044 TOTAL............£157,809 “ We used to eat with the tumble dryer next to the dining table, but now we have a utility room! ”…

“Look for models that maintain consistent power to the end of their battery charge. Power settings on some vacuums can drastically deplete the run-time, so look for at least 40 minutes standard run-time and you can confidently complete a good clean.RICHARD WATERS, NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR, VAX Super all-rounder Cyclone V10 Absolute, £449, Dyson Despite weighing just 2.68kg, the V10 (H124.9x25.6xD25cm) offers the same suction as a full-size vacuum. It can clean for up to one hour and with three power levels, three power brush heads, four brush tools and a full-length hose, all corners are covered. THE BEST BIT You’ll fit lots of dirt in the 0.76L bin, but luckily the simple opening means you won’t get messy. Full power Blade 2 Max 40V, £249, Vax While it may…

Embarking on a new kitchen or bathroom project? You’ve come to the right place. Think of this booklet as your ideal starting point for creating the perfect space to suit both your home and your family’s needs. We’ve covered all of the latest looks, from colourful kitchen cabinetry to sleek spa-style sanitaryware, in a wide variety of designs to suit every budget. Plus, there’s fail-safe guides to mapping the most efficient use of space for your project, along with plenty of handy expert tips to help you make your dreams a reality. So whether you’re planning a big overhaul or just want to update your space with a fresh new look, we’ve got all the advice and inspiration you need right here……

Getting your kitchen layout right is key. It may look fantastic, but if it fails to function as a workspace, it can be hugely disappointing. Before you start work consider everything – from where to put your recycling bin, to how close your oven is to your food store. If you’re employing a kitchen designer, they will be able to advise on style and function. MAKE IMPROVEMENTS Write a comprehensive list of the things you love and the things you don’t love about your existing kitchen. This will give you a good starting point. ENSURE IT WORKS FOR YOU Think about how you intend to use the space. For instance, do you cook from scratch and entertain guests a lot? Will the room be used for tasks other than cooking…

Visit planningportal.gov.uk  and read their bathroom planning guidelines to make sure you don’t fall foul of any regulations. Don’t have a loo opening directly off a kitchen, dining or living room. Also, if you only have one loo, then it shouldn’t be accessible just from a bedroom. Contact the building control office at your local council planning department if your bathroom project will include changes to the soil stack or require alterations to your hot water system. Remember to think about ventilation, particularly if the bathroom doesn’t have a window that opens to the outside. Installing an efficient extractor fan to remove steam and reduce condensation, so the room doesn’t become a sauna and you don’t end up with mould problems, is a good idea. Speak to an…