Style At Home November 2023

This is the first year we’ve really been able to enjoy our garden, now we have sliding doors leading out from the kitchen and a new patio and deck area. So I’m keen to use the outdoor space as much as possible, even over winter, which is why I loved the tips in our ‘Cosy up for winter’ feature on page 102. If being outside in the cold really isn’t your thing, how about some indoor plants instead? Turn to page 66 for creative styling ideas for your houseplants. As a houseplant addict, I’ll be trying a few of these out this month. Some news: this is my last editor’s letter, as I’m passing on the baton to our brilliant deputy editor Lisa who’ll be taking over. I will always…

George Home SCANDI BATHROOM Create a tranquil space with soft blues and greys and wavy lines M&S MID-CENTURY MODERN Combine geometric shapes with earthy tones of sage, ochre and rust Wayfair AUTUMNAL TONES Team burnt orange and metallics with a splash of green for a seasonal feel Dunelm HOMELY COMFORT Mix bobbin details and uplifting patterns with primary red and blue…

1. Introduce eclectic accessories Accessorise your scheme with a handful of decorative pieces, perhaps that you’ve collected on your own journeys. Vases with handles, copper or brass bowls and footed plant stands will all add interest. 2. Choose earthy colours This look should feel connected to the outside, so select earthy shades of khaki, clay and slate, that make you think of forests and mountains, deserts and beaches, that you’ve discovered on your travels. 3. Use tactile materials Combine textures and finishes to add depth and interest – pile a leather sofa with linen and knitted cushions. Place a woven rug on the floor or try hanging one as a piece of alternative art, then finish with rattan lighting. 4. Add black accents Including a strong black accent will bring…

Fruity shades of damson, berry and clementine are set to be this season’s juiciest colour trend. Rich plummy tones create a warm, enveloping backdrop that can be spiced up with sharper accents of raspberry and cranberry, and warm orange and saffron to create a deliciously inviting scheme. Choose plush finishes and materials such as soft velvety upholstery and high-gloss lacquer and glass for a sumptuous room you’ll want to hibernate in all winter long.…

When we bought this house I wasn’t into DIY and didn’t have a clue,’ says Jen. ‘So when we heard a small developer was building some detached houses in Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire, the idea of a blank canvas with no wallpaper to strip really appealed to us. Our previous home was an end-of-terrace house in the middle of Leyland, which felt quite claustrophobic and noisy. Having grown up on a farm, Nick wanted somewhere quieter, and four bedrooms were a must for our growing family. It took a year to build and we sold our old house before this one was ready. Luckily we were able to rent it back from the buyer for a few extra months. First steps A lot of the rooms were white for several years before…

1 BUILD AROUND Storage is a must in home office spaces with equipment and stationery to be stored and kept orderly. Try a tailored arrangement of desktop shelving that goes up and around the work area, with cubbyholes to keep kit contained and a central opening that leaves space for a PC or memo board. 2 COVER A WALL Living room storage needs to be functional but look great too. Built-in shelving covering an entire wall keeps all the essentials, such as books and media, within reach and in one dedicated place to keep the rest of the room free. Paint the wall and shelving a matching shade for a chic, cohesive look. 3 GO UP AND OVER Make use of wasted space around a doorway by building a mini…