British Period Homes Magazine No.44 Homes For Life Edizione posteriore

Spring has finally sprung and it's a good time to embrace the changing season by updating your interior decor with a lighter and brighter scheme. But, if you don’t fancy anything too bold or bright, pastel hues are the ideal way to introduce a subtle touch of colour in your home. In our Decorating feature (page 14) this month, we show you how to inject a fresh feel with these lovely soft shades, which are on trend this spring and perfectly suited to period homes. Who can ignore the fact that it’s Easter this month, but instead of worrying about your waistline by indulging in chocolate eggs, why not dress your home and treat your loved ones with Easter-themed homewares instead – we’ve got a delightful selection in our Shopping feature (page 11) to cater for all tastes. The kitchen has become the focus in most of our homes,
providing a multi-functional space that’s not just for cooking, but also for dining, entertaining and family living. Planning a room that can cater for all of these needs can be a daunting task, but we’ve got it covered in our 12-page Kitchen Special (from page 71), which has everything you need to create the hub of your home, from design and planning, to key styles, worktops, sinks, taps, flooring and lighting. I must admit, after seeing the fabulous kitchens in our Real Homes (from page 27) this month, I’m more than tempted to heed our own advice – I rather like that sink on page 78…