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INSIDE TRACK

Get the scoop on new design ideas, must-have products and looks you’ll love

OUTDOOR RUGS

Create an alfresco living space by unrolling an all-weather rug – perfect for zoning a seating area with a layer of pattern and texture

PORTABLE TABLE LAMPS

Whether it’s for the patio, bedside or coffee table, get extra lighting without needing a socket nearby with a battery powered lamp that can be used anywhere

60 BARGAIN ART PRINTS

Bring happy vibes to your space with colourful illustrations, abstract designs and pastel prints. These cost-effective artworks will add the wow-factor to your walls

LEADING LADIES

Who run the world? We all know who – so celebrate wonderful women everywhere with a gallery of goddesses. Mix with stylised flower prints to soften the scheme

LOUD & PROUD

Fun, badass and in your face – this wall art packs a huge dopamine hit of playful style. Pick these types of prints and cause a stir in your living space

SAGE GREEN

A calm, tranquil and fresh hue, our colour guru, Amelia, shares why you can’t go far wrong with this nearly neutral

THE STYLIST’S EYE

Move your home effortlessly into high summer with style editor Anna Morley’s round up of cool accents

GARDEN CHAIRS

Find the perfect seat to complement your outside space and create a spot you’ll always gravitate towards

DISPLAY CABINETS

Double up on stylish storage with a statement design that can show off your collectables and keep your essentials safe

HOUSES

47 PAGES OF STUNNING READER PROJECTS

A learning experience

Steph and James honed their home-improvement skills as they updated their old house and overgrown garden – with help from family and friends

A new leaf

Dani Sandels embraced her passion for botanics and natural textures in the renovation of her family home, resulting in a space that delights the eye at every turn

Pre-loved treasures

Deborah has filled her south London home with character without breaking the bank, thanks to her smart shopping know-how and eye for a bargain

Heart of the home

Faced with three living spaces and a tiny kitchen, Jo and Chris have devised a clever, broken-plan layout where the kitchen takes centre stage

In the zone

Using clever design and planting, Pauline has transformed a blank canvas into an elegant, contemporary garden complete with social spaces, a cutting patch and a pond

FRESHLY PICKED

Create a cutting garden full of easy-to-grow flowers, and you’ll soon be enjoying their colours and scents both inside and outside the home

Easy uplifts for the garden

Take spending time outdoors to the next level with luscious planting, languorous furniture and weatherproof textiles that create an extension of the way you live indoors

A PLACE TO GATHER

Get ready to entertain and make it a summer to remember

GARDEN NEWS

A bumper crop of new product releases, ideas and top tips for making the most of your outdoor space – whatever its shape and size

Colourful kitchens

Let your personality shine with a style that makes you smile from that morning cuppa to dinner time. Don’t be shy, go for bold

KITCHEN NEWS

The latest products and practical buys for the hub of the home

Light & bright

Rachel’s main requirements for her kitchen extension were a window overlooking the garden and space to entertain. We reveal how she made her dream a reality

Spa-st yle bathrooms

Prioritise self-care and put pampering on your daily schedule by taking bathroom design inspo from your favourite spa

BATHROOM NEWS

Give your bathroom or en suite a refresh with the latest products and design ideas

THE EDIT

The Real Homes choice of the latest essential fixtures and fittings, plus expert advice for completing your project

Side-return extensions

An efficient use of redundant outside space, extending to the side is the smart way to gain the extra room you crave and transform the way you live

Kitchen taps

Keep well watered with a kitchen essential that will bring a touch of style to your sink side

Patio doors

French, industrial-style and pivot doors offer garden access and great views, and they can make a real style statement

Splashbacks

Choose a colourful wall cover to protect your surfaces in your kitchen or utility room, and create a striking feature, too

Shutters

Dress your windows with classic shutters to add colour, chic looks and security, and offer shade on a sunny day

Cladding

Up your kerb appeal and disguise less-than-beautiful brick. We reveal the best styles to choose for a contemporary or classic look

Countertop basins

Make a splash with a centrepiece sink that will be a standout feature on your bathroom vanity

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT

Support independent businesses and meet the creatives making waves in the interiors world. This August, we’re talking wildlife houses with a modern twist