Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2016 i Ideal Home

Autumn’s my favourite time of year, so I always have a soft spot for this particular issue, when we focus on all things cosy and cossetting! If, like me, your urge to spend money wantonly on woolly throws, velvet cushions and scented candles peaks around now, you’ll find plenty to satisfy you (in fact, you could just turn straight to page 210 , which basically nails every grey-weather home comfort in one hit). In the Richmond household, my need to nest is causing a direct conflict between the ‘want to do’ list and the ‘need to do’ list, which involves far less lovely projects, like replacing the boiler and putting in a downstairs loo for the benefit of aged parents and the itinerant bands of little Richmonds, who wander…

A LOVELY WINTER WARMER Herringbone throw, £58, The British Blanket Co PERFECT WITH PLAINER PIECES Harvest round tray, £6; tableware, from £2.50; all By Sainsbury’s MATT MAKES IT MODERN Unfold pendant light, £139, Muuto range, Rume BRIGHTEN UP YOUR BREW Enamel kettle, £39, Mini Moderns range, Quince Living BLACK SHADE FOR A BOLD CONTRAST Yellow ceramic table lamp, £145, Out There Interiors SERVING TEA IN RETRO STYLE Yellow Flowers tray, £23, Quince Living COUNTRY CHARM Bird cushion, £30, Living by Christiane Lemieux range, House of Fraser SUPER-SOFT UPHOLSTERY Calvin armchair in Mustard velvet, £339, Atkin & Thyme POP IN A PATTERN Arbour Harbour milk jug, £31, House of Rym range, Amara…

“I have three teenagers, so life is chaotic! I need home to be somewhere calming, where I can really relax ” Daisy Jones lives here with her husband Hugh and their triplets, Harriet, Phoebe and Max, 15. Daisy runs an interiors business ( sorting-house.com ). THE PROPERTY A Grade-II-listed, six-bedroom house in Thames Ditton, Surrey, built in the 18th century. Daisy Jones fell in love with her Grade-II-listed Georgian house in Thames Ditton, Surrey, as soon as she saw it eight years ago. ‘It really was the house of my dreams,’ says Daisy, who lives there with her husband Hugh, their 15-year-old triplets and their two dachshunds. ‘It had plenty of original features and had been painted in magnolia from top to bottom, which…

Keith made his first piece of pottery at the age of 11, went on to make ceramics for Habitat, Heal’s and Laura Ashley, and is now best known for his iconic Word range of tableware. He lives in Margate, Kent, with his partner, Marj, and cat, Lucifer. My style is similar to my personality – simple but effective. I like strong lines in terms of form and shape. I’m heavily influenced by the Forties, Fifties and Sixties – when design was a little more innocent and less obsessive! My taste has changed a lot over the years. I’m increasingly drawn to iconic ‘design classic’ furniture and at the moment I’m liking dogtooth-patterned fabric and colours like grey, yellow and green. My design philosophy is pretty straightforward: I like things to…

MY GO-TO STORES… • BOXWORX ‘Great for industrial-style pieces.’ • KEUNN ‘I love everything it sells. It’s like an extension of my own house.’ • HUIS VAN ELKE ‘A tiny shop, selling hand-made gifts.’ • HOMESTOCK ‘This really unique store has new and vintage items.’ STYLIST’S NOTE “Avoid brash brights or shimmer – it’s the muted tones, natural textures and weathered finishes that give this look its charm ”LISA FAZZANI, SHOPPING EDITOR…

We bought a run-down flat in a converted Georgian townhouse and we’ve turned it into a beautiful modern apartment. Our main aim was to give it a cohesive feel throughout, so it was essential to design it with an eye on the entire look. Five rooms into two can go. Our whole five-room flat fits into what used to be the original house’s drawing room and living room before it was turned into apartments. During the original Sixties conversion, the drawing room had been left untouched. It still had high ceilings, ornate cornicing, a marble fireplace and working shutters, while behind it there were two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and a hallway in what was a morning room. A period conversion has its own particular challenges. Our mission was…

 Anneka Schranz lives here with her husband Michel and their daughter, Malin Sofie, seven, and son, Emil Jacob, five. “ We put so much storage into the design – the space works for everyone ” THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom, Victorian mansion flat in Stamford Hill, north London. WHAT IT COST Units...................£16,500Worktops.............£3,500Appliances..........£4,350Tiles..........................£190Flooring................£7,200Lighting....................£125 TOTAL.............£31,865…

 Kettle, your days are numbered! The competition? Taps that provide steaming-hot water in seconds. There’s no waiting around, no appliance cluttering up your worktop and, because it only ever boils exactly what you need, you’ll save energy, too. “Most steaming-water taps have a locking mechanism so you can’t leave them running. They’re inherently safer than a kettle ”BRIAN GREEN, PRODUCT PLANNER, INSINKERATOR Q What types are there? You can buy standalone steaming-water taps designed to sit alongside your existing kitchen mixer or next to a second prep sink, but all-in-one designs are most people’s preferred option. These will deliver steaming, hot and cold water from one tap and, in some cases, filtered or even sparkling cold water, too. Q Will I find a design to suit my kitchen? These…

“Traditional bathroom products offer a softer alternative to contemporary design, so they’re easier to live with day to day ”HELEN SHAW, MARKETING MANAGER, LAURA ASHLEY BATHROOM COLLECTION LUXE LOOK Choose a slipper bath with soft curves and trad details for a vintage country feel Claremont bath, £800, Laura Ashley Bathroom Collection DESIGN DRIVEN This suite takes its lead from the angular style of British architect Edward Lutyens Buckingham bath, £1,500; Granley loo, £225; cistern, £225; all Heritage Bathrooms ART-DECO STYLE Add a touch of Gatsby glamour with the clean lines of this Twenties-inspired collection 150 basins and console, £2,995; mirrors, £295 each; all Waldorf range, Crosswater DOWNTON CHIC Team heritage features with charcoal-painted wood to create a Edwardian-inspired mood Ryther suite, £294; mirror, £104; all Downton Abbey range, Victorian…

WHERE TO BUY 1. SHOWER Oceanis thermostatic shower, £247, Cooke & Lewis range, B&Q 2. MIRROR Shoreditch mirror, £247, Artisanti 3. TOWELS Zuzunaga Route towels, from £13 for a guest towel, Amara 4. TEALIGHTS Moroccan tealight holders, from £2.95 each, Rigby & Mac 5. FLOOR TILES Zeinah Galena floor tiles, £29.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors 6. LAUNDRY BIN Zigzag laundry bag, £20, Living by Christiane Lemieux range, House of Fraser 7. RADIATOR Svelte towel rail in metallic black matte (500mm x 1,100mm), £435, Bauhaus range, Victorian Plumbing…

Create a so-cosy outdoor snug Invest in a fire pit and you’ve got winter outdoor living nailed (you’ll find this one at thefarthing.co.uk). Just add tactile cushions, soft throws and glowing lanterns to make your deck or patio a place for family pow-wows and parties all year round. Rake up leaves to make garden mulch Stored damp in plastic sacks (with a few holes punctured in them), leaves will take a couple of years to rot down into leaf mould, creating a free supply of food for your soil. Build a bug hotel Stack up shelves using wood offcuts and old bricks (not too high or they might topple!). Fill the fort with logs with drilled holes, old guttering pipes filled with bamboo tubes and pieces of corrugated cardboard. Stuff…

THE ULTIMATE SOLUTION This all-in-one system can be customised to fit your space Wall storage system, from £55 for a base unit, The Dormy House THE SUPER-STYLISH PEG RAIL Everything draped over the banisters? All you need is a handy hook. Four pegs: coat, scarf, hat, bag… and you’re good to go Odin bamboo wall hooks, £30, Habitat THE CATCH-ALL COLLECTOR Keep one of these inside the front door for bike helmets, roller skates and bags for life – tidied away, but still ready to grab and go Kvistbro storage tables, from £25 each, Ikea THE LETTER RACK A pretty place to rest snail mail until you have the time to tackle it Letter rack, £15.99, Maisons du Monde THE SHOE DUMP Perch on this bench while you swap outdoor…

Q What’s phishing? It’s a scam that fraudsters use to trick you into revealing private information, such as passwords and bank details. It could be a text, email, social media post or phone call, with the criminals posing as a business, or even as a friend. Q Are there any tell-tale signs? Look for bad spelling and grammar, over-friendly language, too-good-to-be-true offers and threats such as ‘your account will be blocked if you don’t comply’. Don’t reply to messages where you’re asked for personal details, such as logins, card numbers and PIN codes. Q What’s the best way to protect myself? ‘Assume the worst with every email,’ advises Richard Patterson at Comparitech.com. ‘For example, go to the company’s website rather than clicking on a link from an email.’ Similarly, before…

A JAR FULL OF SPARKLERS Label them up to hand out at your party 1 Cut out squares of blank paper, then punch holes in two opposing corners of each square. Between the holes, write the name of each guest – or you could print a party-appropriate message on them before cutting out. 2 Slide each sparkler through the holes in a square of paper. 3 Decorate a jar with a band of fabric and a label saying, ‘Sparklers’. Pop the sparklers in the jar for people to help themselves. DON’T FORGET TO BUY... Disposable tableware NAPKINS Red paper napkins, £3.50 for 12, John Lewis HOT-DOG TRAYS Paper snack trays, £2.49 for four, Candle & Cake PAPER CUPS Chevron party paper cups, £2.20 for eight, Funpartysupplies.co.uk IDEAL HOME LOVES Luxury…

“Nothing says ‘you’ more than your own home. With Sofas By You, you can find the perfect sofa to match your lifestyle and personality ”LISA BROAD , HEAD OF BUYING, HARVEYS Whether it’s relaxing with the family on a Sunday afternoon, having friends round for a film night or curling up with the dog at your feet after a long day, in many ways our sofa has become the hub of our home and family life – which is why finding the right sofa for you is so important. From corner chaises to suit growing famillies to stylish loveseats for two, and in styles ranging from sleek and modern to cosy and comfy, Harveys is full of beautiful, affordable buys to give your home the sofa it deserves. ENJOY THE…

AB   Andshine 07765 530607; andshine.co.uk  Artisanti 0345 259 1410; artisanti.com Burleigh 01773 740740; burleigh.co.uk By Sainsbury’s 0800 636262; sainsburys.co.uk C   Chandelier & Mirror Company (The) 01892 541355; chandeliers andmirrors.co.uk Cloudberry Living 07780 693034; cloudberryliving.co.uk DE   Dunelm 0345 165 6565; dunelm-mill.com  Eclect Design 020 8299 0261; eclectdesign.com Ercol 01844 271800; ercol.com Exit Interiors 01423 858111; exitinteriors.co.uk F   French Bedroom Company (The) 01444 415430; frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk Furniture Village 0800 804 8879; furniturevillage.co.uk G   Garden Trading 0845 608 4448; gardentrading.co.uk  George Home 0800 952 3003; george.com Glasgow School of Art Shop (The) 0141 353 4526; gsashop.co.uk Graham & Brown 0800 328 8452; grahambrown.com H   Habitat 0344 499 4686; habitat.co.uk  H&M 0344 736 9000; hm.com  Harveys 0844 847 2626; harveysfurniture.co.uk HomeSense 01923 473561; homesense.com House of Fraser 0345 602 1073; houseoffraser.co.uk Houseology 0330 363 0330; houseology.com JL   John…

From storing muddy boots to winter hats or even logs by the fireside, a rattan basket can be used anywhere Wicker basket, £5.99, Dunelm Add a cushion in autumn shades of amber and russet, then team with a tonal throw to complete the look Check cushion, £8, George Home Choose classic floral china for high tea in the living room – this set also has a matching teapot and plates Blue Arden teacup, £16, Burleigh Keep treats and sweets in reach with a few of these hand-blown glass jars Small Pinkerton glass bonbon jar, £59, Artisanti Replicate the grandeur of a country retreat with this resin stag’s head Large wood-effect stag’s head, £90, Graham & Brown This table’s chunky shape has a classic farmhouse feel – stand one either side…

Calling all Farrow & Ball fans Harbouring a deep love for F&B’s classic colours? Us, too. And now you can match your Elephant’s Breath walls to your lights with lamps from Pooky that come in 20 of F&B’s top shades. Yes, please! Our surprise finds at M&S It’s funny how you can be in Marks looking for comfy pants (we know it’s not just us) and something amazing grabs you. We were stopped in our tracks by this gold kitchenware: gorgeous enough to keep on display, but also developed waaaay past normal Brit testing standards – for professional chef quality. Who knew?! Your new guilty pleasure? We’ve been quietly watching luxury online retailer Amara for a while now. It’s always been a place to grab designer homeware that you’d struggle…

MY GO-TO STORES… • NEPTUNE ‘A great place for well-made and stylish furniture.’ • ANTHROPOLOGIE ‘It’s full of quirky items you won’t find anywhere else. I love its candles.’ • SOFA.COM ‘I get all my sofas here – it offers a huge range of different styles and fabrics.’ • THE WHITE COMPANY ‘I’m a big fan of the bed linen.’ STYLIST’S NOTE “This look is all about sticking to muted colours in the same palette. Greys keep it classic and sophisticated, yet current ”HOLLY WALSH , ACTING STYLE & DECORATING ASSISTANT…

Modern mix Mellow blues and greens make a gentle backdrop for brighter hues like royal blue and lime, if you prefer a colour scheme with a little more energy. Touches of pattern are good for breaking up the blocks of colour Power prints Calm blues can offset the busyness of a lot of pattern, so indulge in some really beautiful prints – the wallpaper and curtains here are an original William Morris design – and turn your bedroom into a walk-in work of art…

IDEAL BRONZE BASE FOR SUBTLER GLAMOUR Aspen table lamp, £556, Heathfield & Co A TOUCH OF THE ART DECO Puccini console table, £799, John Lewis PATTERN THAT PACKS A PUNCH Iznik red cushion, £99, Andrew Martin GLASSWARE THAT’S A WORK OF ART Rhian vase in agate, £62, Voyage Maison MADE TO MOVE AROUND Loch Leven large button footstool, £529, DFS VELVET COVERED FOR A LUXURIOUS FEEL Chester sofa in orange velvet, £1,600, Habitat GREAT DEAL ADD ORANGEY-RED ACCENTS Terracotta flowers linen cushion cover, £22.99, Zara Home COLOURED GLASS NOT CLEAR Hand-painted vase, £12.99, HomeSense SCULPTURAL CURVES Minerva large metal table lamp, £165, Oka ASIAN INFLUENCE Vault console table in walnut, £285, Joined & Jointed STORE CLUTTER IN STYLE Tiffany buttoned velvet footstool, from £340, Decur TOUGH WOVEN UPHOLSTERY FOR FAMILY…

THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom, Victorian terrace in Queen’s Park, London. Rochelle Roest and Andrew Hills had been renting a very similar property just around the corner from the house that is now their home, so when they came to buy, they knew that its size, layout and location would suit their needs. ‘However, the new house’s living areas were small and dark, so we wanted to open up the space, making it lighter and helping the décor flow,’ says Rochelle. The couple worked closely with their builder, Maryian Stovkov from Grand Design London, to plan a kitchen extension and a loft conversion, as well as new wiring and plumbing throughout, and a new garden design – in essence, creating a completely new house behind the Victorian façade. Rochelle then approached…

1 Try some layering in the living room Conjure up a cosy space by tweaking your colours for the season. Work rich hits of mulberry and midnight blue into a neutral room by adding it on cushions and throws, or walls for a moodier feel. 2 PAINT A KITCHEN NOTICE BOARD Chalk up menus or pin shopping lists to a wall with magnetic chalkboard paint by Rust-Oleum (£13 for 750ml, B&Q). 3 STOCK UP ON SCENT Nothing’s more welcoming than coming in from the cold to a beautifully fragranced home – especially when doors and windows aren’t left open so much. Trim the wicks regularly so they last longer. 4 Personalise a place setting Entertaining? Turn an everyday napkin into something extra special. Wrap a length of ribbon around a…

WHERE TO BUY 1. PENDANT Mingus P1 pendant light, £195, Lightyears range, Rume 2. FLOOR TILE Charlotte encaustic cement matt tile (20cm sq), £100 per sq m, Terrazzo Tiles 3. BOWLS Daisen Wave motif porcelain bowls, £39 for four, Urbanara 4. JUG Pitcher, £30, Orla Kiely range, Amara 5. DINING TABLE Love plank table, from £910, Ercol Originals range, Houseology 6. STAND MIXER KitchenAid Artisan mixer, £500, Lakeland 7. HIGH CHAIR Tripp Trapp chair, £169, Stokke…

WHAT WE LEARNED “Ask the builders to do everything for you. I thought I’d put up the shelves in the cupboard, but when it came to it, I was so worried about hitting a pipe or cable, the job took me far longer than it should have ” HOW DEBRA AND DOMINIC DID IT ‘We’d updated our bathroom on a tight budget 10 years ago, but it had become very dated and the washing machine was on show, which wasn’t attractive. We started from scratch and installed new electrics and underfloor heating, replastered and replaced the single airing cupboard with a double-width utility cupboard, which now hides the washing machine. To enhance the feeling of space in the room, we fitted large-format white tiles, as well as a shower…

“We now wonder how we’d ever have managed in our old kitchen with a young family ” PROPERTY A five-bedroom, Edwardian detached house in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. VALUE Valued at £375,000 in 2014; now worth more than £450,000. WHAT IT COST Timber frame.......£10,800 Cedar cladding.....£6,000 Doors and windows...................£5,400 Kitchen......................£7,500 Flooring....................£2,200 Decking and landscaping.............£4,800 TOTAL.............£36,700…

This Nerine ‘Bowdenii Collection’ will rejuvenate tired borders and add an explosion of colour to your garden. Known as Guernsey Lilies, nerines are loved for their vibrant trumpet-shaped flowers on sturdy stems. This RHS AGM species is best planted in tight clumps for a dramatic late-season display. Bulb size: 12/14cm. Buy five of each of the following varieties, or pick the Super Saver collection to purchase all four: ‘PINK’ This tall, striking variety bears delightful hot-pink heads that bring a touch of the exotic to any border or bouquet when other blooms are thin on the ground. Like all Bowdenii, it grows to 30-50cm tall. ‘ALBA’ Classic, crisp-white starry heads with recurved petals are held aloft on tall stems. Expect flowers in September, October and November. ‘ISABEL’ These dramatic magenta…

THE RUG BEATER A few vigorous rallies with this classic beater will rid your rug of dirt and dust, and yourself of stress Vintage-style carpet beater, £16, Hunter Gatherer range, Notonthehighstreet.com THE WOOD WASHER Show your expensive floor some love with this nontoxic and biodegradable almond-scented solution. Apply directly to the floor, then follow with a damp mop Wood cleaner, £4 for 739ml, Method THE VINYL REVAMPER With three bottles of specialist solution, floor protectors and a dual-action mophead, this kit is all you need to make your vinyl or lino floors shine Floor care kit, £39.99, John Lewis THE DOUBLE-DUTY SLIPPERS Stop sweeping hard floors, just do a regular speed-skate in these while you’re waiting for the kettle to boil and dust bunnies will be a thing…

1 THE CLASSIC If Aga ownership is one of your life goals, the good news is you no longer need a sprawling country pad to have one. This W60cm electric version has two ovens for roasting, baking and simmering, and a hotplate to boil, sear or warm food gently City60, £5,495, Aga 2 THE BUDGET BUY This range delivers a lot for the money. The 61ltr main oven has nine functions, the pick of which is an Intensive Bake that’s great for bread and will eliminate the need for baking pastry blind. You also get a safe and efficient induction hob and a second 37ltr oven/grill Sterling 600MFTi, £739, Stoves 3 THE HI-TECH HERO This chic mini range is still super pro. Its pop-out controls, telescopic shelves and roll-out storage…

WHERE TO BUY 1. PARTY ARROW Venue sign, £8.50 for six, Talking Tables 2. FLASK Green flask, £8.99, TK Maxx 3. GLOVES Women’s red and orange lamb’s-wool gloves, £30, Catherine Tough 4. MUG Copper mug, £4.99, HomeSense 5. TOASTING FORK Marshmallow toasting fork, £6.95, The Worm That Turned 6. CASSEROLE DISH Signature cast-iron casserole dish in Volcanic, £175, Le Creuset range, John Lewis 7. BLANKET Pure new wool blanket in natural check, £98, Tweedmill range, Amara 8. FIRE PIT City Lights Memphis fire pit, £130, Landmann range, Internet Gardener…

DUBROVNIK, DALMATIAN COAST & MONTENEGRO 8 DAYS HALF BOARD FROM ONLY £849PP* THE PRICE INCLUDES • Return flights, taxes and transfers • Seven nights at three- and four-star hotels with half board • Dubrovnik, Montenegro, Krka National Park, Mostar and Split • Escorted by a tour manager Departures April to October 2017 FIVE-STAR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES 8 DAYS FROM £1,099PP* 15 DAYS FROM £1,499PP THE PRICE INCLUDES • Return rail* and Eurostar, or flights, taxes and transfers • Five-star cabins with hotel-standard beds, private bathrooms and river views • Exceptional full-board cuisine Departures up to November 2016 and from April to November 2017 POMPEII, CAPRI & THE BAY OF NAPLES 8 DAYS FROM £699PP* THE PRICE INCLUDES • Return flights, taxes and transfers • Seven nights at three- or four-star Sorrento hotel with half board** • Sorrento, Capri,…

AAbraham Moon & Sons 01943 873181; moons.co.uk Aflair For Home 020 8789 7377; aflair.co.uk Aga 0845 712 5207; agaliving.com Alternative Flooring 01264 335111; alternativeflooring.com Amara 0800 587 7645; amara.com Amazon.co.uk amazon.co.uk Ambiente Direct 0870 005 2275; ambientedirect.com Andrew Martin 020 7225 5100; andrewmartin.co.uk Annie Sloan 01865 713089; anniesloan.com Anthropologie 00800 0026 8476; anthropologie.com Ao.com 0844 324 9222; ao.com Artisanti 0345 259 1410; artisanti.com Atkin and Thyme 0844 409 9834; atkinandthyme.co.uk AtNo67 01225 938059; atnumber67.co.uk Attic 020 8943 9626; discoverattic.co.uk BB&Q 0333 014 3098; diy.com Barker & Stonehouse 0333 355 9011; barkerandstonehouse.co.uk BathroomsByDesign 020 8619 0138; bathroomsby design.com Bathstore 0800 023 2323; bathstore.com Baytree Interiors 0808 168 9242; baytree-interiors.co.uk Beba Home 0141 338 6169; bebahome.co.uk Bedeck 0845 603 0861; bedeckhome.com Beija Flor beijaflorworld.com Benchmarx 0117 931 1736; benchmarxkitchens.co.uk Bertazzoni uk.bertazzoni.com Best of Scandinavia 020 3696 6680; bestofscandinavia.co.uk Bissell 0344 888 3355; bissell direct.co.uk Bold & Noble 01462 339011; boldandnoble.com BoxWorx boxworx.nl Brabantia 0845 602 4877; brabantia.com Brilliantly British brilliantlybritish.co.uk Brintons…

PICK YOUR STYLE AND SIZE Whether your look is modern or classic, find the range that fits. Then, be it a snug seat for one or a family ready chaise, select your ideal size. FIND THE RIGHT FINISH Be bold with colour and pattern or go for pretty pastels – from fabric to leather, create the right combination for you. ENJOY GREAT CHOICE Don’t miss Harveys’ other in-house ranges, including the traditional Bay Leather Republic, modern Moda and family friendly At Home collection. FOR MORE INFORMATION... To find out more and explore the full range of Harveys sofas, call 0344 847 2626 or visit harveysfurniture.co.uk…

Key elements PRETTY TEXTILES Team frills with delicate fabrics, such as lace, broderie anglaise, crochet and velvet, to give the scheme a little grandeur. LOUIS XVI-STYLE FURNITURE Seek out the signature curved silhouettes and decorative flourishes found on armoires, chairs, upholstered beds and occasional tables. ANTIQUE DETAILS Whether authentically old or made to look so, distressed paintwork adds vintage allure to furniture and woodwork. Hints of burnished gold will round off this imperfect look. “Calm, comfort and warmth are all key here. Mix new pieces with old to prevent a drab look, but stick to a careful colour palette to keep it all co-ordinated ”LISA BROAD, HEAD OF BUYING, HARVEYS…

Striking splashes of colour add interest to a wooden dining table Dipped earthenware dinner plates, £25 for four, Pedlars Give your kitchen or dining area an edgy, urban feel by hanging these metal-look letters on the wall Metal letters, £19.99, Dunelm Chrome metalwork toughens up this ribbed-glass shade, which is great for a living or dining room Elijah pendant, £150, Laura Ashley Create a chic, New York loft feel in your living room with this angular, metal-legged table Bandaro coffee table, £319, Harveys Introduce some natural texture with stone-effect accessories Natural resin tumbler; dispenser; both £6 each, Soak&Sleep Traditional flowers won’t be at home in this look, so team greenery from the garden with an industrial buy Metal concrete-effect vase, £14.99, H&M Cosy textures, such as throws and cushions, will…

“Vibrant hues, popularised in the Sixties, will bring a fantastic energy into your home. Choose one or two, and team with retro motifs if you’re feeling bold ”LISA BROAD, HEAD OF BUYING, HARVEYS Key elements MID-CENTURY DESIGN When it comes to furniture, look out for sleek lines and smart, boxy shapes. Tapered legs, polished oak or walnut and gentle curves typify the iconic style of the Fifties and Sixties. REPEAT PRINTS Use hits of pattern on wall art, textiles and ceramics – from angular geometrics to abstract florals, it’s the strong, graphic shapes that feel unmistakably retro. POPS OF COLOUR Give your scheme confidence and focus with a punchy accent or two – yellow, teal, ochre and lime all look classic when paired with soft grey or white.…

1 MONOCHROME THE SOFA Costello three seater in Ash soft wool, £1,680, Sofa.com THE BASE Bargello Bridget, £165, Jonathan Adler range, Pad Lifestyle THE PRINT Patterned cover, £3.99, H&M THE STATEMENT Felt appliqué, £29.50, Conran range, Marks & Spencer 2 GLOBAL THE SOFA Dalston two seater in Earth Bronx leather, £849, John Lewis THE BASE Veiros in Raspberry, £19, Urbanara THE PRINT Anthology, £45, John Lewis THE STATEMENT Beaded, £22, Debenhams 3 COUNTRY THE SOFA Padstow two seater in Adele Natural, £1,200, Laura Ashley THE BASE Luxe Calanques wool in Navy, £30, Amara THE PRINT Grey check, £12, M&Co THE STATEMENT Harvest printed, £14, By Sainsbury’s…

STYLIST’S NOTE “Don’t let it drift into dated territory – a concrete-effect wallpaper and metal accessories keep it cool and contemporary ”MICHELA COLLING, STYLE EDITOR Throw in some rough texture Shabby chic isn’t always girly – add some reclaimed-wood furniture for contrast. WHERE TO BUY Aurélie chest of drawers, £695, Loaf Keep to a pretty palette While tough textures are a great way to update shabby chic, this look still has a soothing colour scheme at its heart. Champagne pink, vintage lilac and dove grey go hand in hand with comfy, relaxed furniture for laid-back elegance – you can update it in a flash with gleaming copper and brass. WHERE TO BUY Rost wallpaper, £60 per roll, Sandberg. For similar paint, try Frosted Dawn emulsion, £26.48 for 2.5ltr, Dulux.…

 Roos ten Voorde, a stylist, and her husband Daniel, a psychologist, live here with their children, Lotte, four, and Pepijn, one. “ We love old, weathered objects – which is great for our kids because we don’t get upset if they scratch or dent something! ” THE PROPERTY  A three-bedroom, Seventies house in Katwijk in The Netherlands. Tucked between apartment buildings in the seaside town of Katwijk in The Netherlands, the box-shaped Seventies house that Roos ten Voorde shares with her husband Daniel and their children was rather uninspiring when they first moved in. Seeing potential in its large rooms and high ceilings, Roos used her creative skills to bring the interior to life with an industrial-rustic style. Her first priority was to bring more light and…

Be strict with symmetry The key to an upscale look is formal furniture arrangements. David and Diane’s seating and long console tables perfectly flank the fireplace, with the footstool dead centre, all anchored by the plush rug that subtly defines the seating area. BUY THE KEY PIECES Vanderbilt wallpaper, £45 per roll, Phillip Jeffries range, The Interior Collection. Isabella chairs, £1,200 each, Whitehead Designs; covered in The Hunt Is On, £195 per m, GP&J Baker Choose luxurious materials David and Diane have used tactile finishes and plush fabrics: oak flooring; velvet upholstery; metallic wallpaper and voluminously silky curtains to give their living/dining space a real sense of grandeur. BUY THE KEY PIECES Ritz sofa, £2,600, Whitehead Designs; covered in Langdale, £79 per m, GP&J Baker. For similar chairs, try the…

Scandi hideaway Ash Panel 514407 wallpaper, £26.99 per roll, Albany range, Wallpaperdirect. Wall painted in Rich Black matt emulsion, £21.29 for 2.5ltr, Dulux. Jessica rug, £500, Plantation Rug Company. Contemporary footstool, from £210, The Dormy House; upholstered in BW1025, £45 per m, Clarke & Clarke. Toros armchair in Polka Charcoal Taupe, £1,195; Stanford sideboard, £999; Wave tallboy, £1,349; all Content by Terence Conran. Carter side table, £330, Neptune. Noemi cabinet in black, £1,025, Out There Interiors. Chunky knit pod, £110, Next. Classic Victorian fire surround in white marble, £810; Britton register grate, £714; both Chesney’s. ON SOFA Cushions, from left: Folia, £58, Heal’s; Phantom linen, £40, Design Vintage; monochrome Aztec, £30, Graham and Green; cosy woven, £20, Next. Delyth sheepskin rug, £75, Neptune. ON FOOTSTOOL Natural Canvas cafetière, £75, Denby.…

IDEAL HIGH SHINE Void pendant in bronze brass, £310, Tom Dixon range, Heal’s WINTER WARMER Luxury stripe faux-fur cushion, £40, House of Fraser GO FOR SCULPTURAL PLANTS Faux potted agave, £65, Cox & Cox CREATE A FOCAL POINT Adnet mirror, £519, Gubi range, Houseology CLASSIC ACCESSORY Eames house bird, £127, Vitra range, Nest.co.uk LUXE LEATHER EJ 220 three-seater sofa, £3,850, Wharfside GREAT DEAL SOFT TOUCH Natural feather faux-fur cushion, £9.99, Dunelm GLAM SHAPE Sloane glass pendant, £70, Next STREAMLINED DESIGN Round hanging mirror in brass, £95, John Lewis ADD A TRIO FOR IMPACT Faux potted agave plant, £26.95, Rockett St George CHARACTER PIECE Large shorebird ornament, £35, Normann Copenhagen range, Amara KEEP IT SIMPLE Hyde leather three-seater sofa, £1,200, Habitat…

 Sarah Bailey lives here with her husband Simon and their daughter, Emily, two. “ It’s just the perfect place for us to relax and unwind at the end of the day ” THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom, semi-detached Victorian house in East Molesey, Surrey. WHAT IT COST Shower.................£1,198 Bath.......................£649 Bath-shower mixer taps.......................£209 Basins....................£278 Basin taps..............£378 Loo.........................£309 Flooring..................£160 Wall tiles.................£130 TOTAL................£3,311…

 Debra Quantrill lives here with her husband Dominic and their children, Robyn, nine, and James, six. “We thought the floor tiles might look crazy in here, but they’re our favourite thing! ” THE PROPERTY A two-bedroom, top-floor flat in a terraced Victorian building in Twickenham, London. WHAT IT COST Bath......................£464 Shower..................£639 Bath-shower taps...£470 Vanity and basin....£375 Basin taps..............£124 Loo........................£374 Towel rail...............£573 Floor and wall tiles................£520 TOTAL..........£3,539…

Scorched timber cladding 1 TIMBER IS SCORCHED BEFORE FITTING The scorching is done by hand using a standard blowtorch. It’s essential that this is done before installation, as doing so in situ risks damaging the building fabric underneath the cladding. 2 IT CREATES STEADY WEATHERING... As weather affects wood cladding in different ways (sunlight, rain and wind all leave unique marks), scorching timber ensures an even finish to the exterior of a house. 3 …AS WELL AS AGING WELL Scorching seals in the natural oils of the wood, as well as protecting against wood-boring organisms. 4 LARCH IS IDEAL FOR SCORCHING Anna’s architect chose European larch, partly because it’s a standard timber and could be sourced locally, but also because it’s relatively cheap. It’s dense, too, which means it’s less…

Cedar cladding Swap traditional render for wow-effect wood to get an eye-catching exterior 1 IT’S HARD-WEARING The Kellys’ extension is clad in vertical western red cedar. It’s a durable timber that is easy to work with and virtually knot free. 2 IT MAY NEED TO BE SPECIALLY TREATED… ‘We treated the cedar boards on the Kellys’ extension with flame retardant,’ explains James Shaw, director of Whitshaw Builders. ‘This guaranteed the extension met with building regulations for the spread of fire.’ 3 ...BUT THIS WILL HELP IT KEEP ITS COLOUR While not all building regulations require western red cedar to be treated, doing so also preserves the red colouring and prevents it fading to silver-grey over time. 4 IT WILL REQUIRE SPECIAL FIXINGS The natural oils in the timber have a…

SERVES 4 TAKES 35min INGREDIENTS • 3tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, chopped • 500g pumpkin, deseeded, peeled and chopped • 400g sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped • Zest and juice of 2 oranges • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced • 1tsp ground coriander • 850ml hot vegetable stock • 50g pumpkin seeds • A few sprigs of fresh coriander, to garnish 1 Heat 2tbsp of the oil in a large saucepan and cook the onion for 5min until softened, not browned. Add the pumpkin, sweet potatoes, orange zest and juice, garlic, ground coriander and stock, then season. Bring to the boil, then put a lid on the pan and simmer for 25min. 2 Remove the saucepan from the heat and liquidise the soup using a hand-held blender until smooth. 3 Heat the remaining olive oil in a frying…

Looking for new decorations and accessories for the festive season? Sophie Allport’s Starry Night and Highland Stag collections are ideal for Christmas entertaining. There are table runners, placemats and coasters, as well as crackers to make sure the day goes with a bang. To add some sparkle to your home, take a look at the new range of silver glassware. There are elegant tealight holders, candlesticks, baubles, bowls and vases. You’ll also find lots of gift ideas for friends and family, and even your pets.New launches include iPad cases, scarves, hats, throws, hot-water bottles and make-up bags. For the kids, there’s a new Safari collection, including melamine, soft toys, blankets, cushions and bibs. Also, don’t forget to browse the home-fragrance range. You’ll find reed diffusers and gift sets, plus a…

As it gets colder, now is the time to check your energy bills and see whether you could be getting a cheaper deal. Energyhelpline is one of the UK’s leading energy comparison sites and includes all suppliers and tariffs on the market, so you can be confident that it’ll help you find the best deal. Running a comparison through this easy-to-use website is free, takes a matter of minutes and could save you hundreds of pounds on your bills. This month, Ideal Home has teamed up with energyhelpline to help readers save money. Visit the website below for more information or, if you would like someone to help you through the process in more detail, call energyhelpline’s free UK-based call centre and one of its friendly advisers will be happy…

1. The perfect way to display your Instagram-worthy dishes Splatter platter, £28, House of Fraser 2. Your new favourite Saturday-night treat Artisan Cinnamon and Rose organic chocolate, £4.95 per bar, Rococo Chocolates 3. Curl up in your special spot with this beautifully illustrated edition Wuthering Heights, £34.95, The Folio Society 4. Instant mood boost: a little make-you-smile colour for grey days Faux berry bundle, £4.25; Carol vase, £24; both Wyld Home 5. True beautility: a lovely scoop-and-clip in one to keep your ground coffee fresh Clip with spoon, £7, Hay range, Nook 6. So delicious, you won’t be able to wait for a cold snap Madagascan hot chocolate flakes, £6.50, Chococo 7. Sheepskin with super-soft shearling trim – heaven for tired feet! For similar, try the Sheepskin, £75, Toast 8.…

There are countless trends that come and go – and they’re fun while they last – but for a home that’s modern without being ‘fashion victim’, the key is to know the styles that stay and evolve them season by season. If you’re ready to give your rooms an update, we’ve identified five trend power players and broken them down into 25 fail-safe looks to steal. Turn to Shabby Chic if you’re all about elegance, or add some city cool wherever you live with Urban Industrial. For fans of traditional style, the heritage-inspired Country House is for you. Love the Fifties? Bring it up to date with The New Retro , or look to…

This side table would look great by a bedside in a guest bedroom, too Woodcroft monastery side table, £188, One World Trading Co Favour faux flowers – they look as good as the real thing, last forever and will save you a bill at the florist’s Lilac stem in mauve, £12, Neptune Hang an ornate glass chandelier centre stage for a striking focal point Princess crystal chandelier, £99, The French Bedroom Company Pick delicate tableware decorated with pretty prints, like florals or toile Annabella tableware, from £10 for a side plate, House of Fraser Go glam with gorgeous mirrored furniture for a hit of decadence – the bevelled edges add an authentic touch Fiorella console table, £329, Harveys Available in pink, grey or blue, this hand-made chair has a lived-in…

Tie your theme together with a trio of side tables that can be stacked when space is at a premium Orla nest of tables, £99 for three, Very This rich walnut-stained base is perfect beneath a cool curved shade Hanna smoky glass table lamp, £70, John Lewis Soften a formal dining room with British-designed, retro oak chairs Teramo Alia dining chair, £215, Ercol range, Furniture Village Pops of cheerful yellow lift this Scandi-style accessory Yellow embroidered flower cushion, £35, House of Fraser Enhance plain wooden flooring with a mesmerising geometric design that sets the tone for the rest of the room Hana rug, from £32, Very Three different textures and colours unite in this eye-catching retro lamp Ripple ceramic table lamp, £119, Roar + Rabbit range, West Elm Customise your…

Add texture and interest to a scheme in a subtle way with a gently ridged lamp base in a neutral tone Cream ceramic lamp, £55, Next The rounded shape of this glass teapot keeps it contemporary – a stylish choice for Sunday brunch! Glass and olive wood teapot, £54, Toast Suitable both indoors and out, this easy-to-stow tray table also folds flat Hambledon raw oak butler’s tray, £125, Garden Trading Fill a prettily patterned basket with logs, blankets or magazines Seagrass storage basket, £19, Oliver Bonas Turn any room into a rustic retreat with woodland aromas – the cool pot means this candle looks great, too Scented candle, £7.99, H&M Made from reclaimed wood, this versatile piece has two apple crates below for stashing odds and ends Rackety sideboard, £495,…