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May sees the fresh spring days slip seamlessly into the warmer weeks of summer and with it we get some much-anticipated bank holidays to enjoy. If you’re planning on tackling a few jobs around your house and garden on those long weekends, then you’ve come to the right place. In this month’s issue we’ve got three gorgeous bathroom makeovers which are bound to make you want to give yours a revamp too (p.24). And even if you’re not planning a new look, we’ve got some quick and easy ideas to help you streamline your bathroom storage (p.54). If your kitchen is due for an update, then take a look at our choice of designs that use the beauty of wood to give your space the ‘wow’-factor (p.48). Does the warmer weather make you want to fling open your windows to let in the fresh air? Then maybe it’s time to treat yourself to some new blinds, curtains or shutters. On page 36 you’ll find our pick of the latest designs for every type of window. You can’t have helped notice that houseplants are having a bit of a ‘moment’ right now, but if yours have a habit of keeling over from lack of love, then check out our pick of the hardiest varieties that even the least green fingered will be able to keep alive (p.42)! And for those blessed with more verdant digits, turn to page 114 to discover what jobs you should be doing right now to make your garden look gorgeous. Enjoy those bank holidays, however you decide to spend them!