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Journal
This April, refresh your home with plant life, introduce new storage solutions, and covet the latest wallpaper designs with a story to tell
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Cosy hideaway
Introduced into Europe in the 18th century, stylish ottomans offer a place to sit, to rest weary feet, as well as attractive storage solutions
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RURALIDYLL
Anita and Tom Storrar enhanced the original features of their pretty stone cottage in the North York Moors National Park, where they enjoy a dream country family life
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Floral romance
As the garden bursts into bloom, be inspired to breathe new life into your interiors, too, with these seasonal fabrics and wallpapers that celebrate the beauty of nature
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PEACEFUL ESCAPE
Set on a delightful leafy cobbled lane, and decorated in uplifting colours, Alexandra Rishworth’s Cotswold home provides the perfect country bolthole
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Room TO GROW
Strike the balance between functional and fun, and decorate children’s rooms with whimsical touches and practical design solutions that young minds will love
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THE GENERATION GAME
Updating a centuries-old house into the perfect family home meant striking a balance between childhood nostalgia, and practical modern living
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Cyan shades
The uplifting yet serene teal is an interesting contradiction, blurring the boundaries between blue and green, and equally between fun and sophisticated when added to an interior scheme
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SPRING BEAUTY
Lovingly created by Roger and Avril Cole-Jones, Furzlea garden shimmers with the flawless flowers and unfurling foliage of the season
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The Butler sink
Whether in a modest cottage or grand country house, the robust charm of this piece continues to earn its place as a classic for hard-working kitchens and utility rooms
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Treading the boards
Timeless and authentic, wooden flooring is one of the most desirable features in a period property, but the challenge is to find the right format to suit the purpose of the room – learn more with our expert guide
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Smooth finishes
From your kitchen walls to your hallway floor, find the perfect tiles for every surface in your home
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Beside the SEASIDE
Be inspired by the serenity of the coast and dress the powerhouse of your home with these timeless, nautical design ideas
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Heavy metal
Properly maintained, metal windows can last for centuries, but corrosion may occur if they are neglected, so learn how to keep them in good condition
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Open sesame
Whether exterior or internal, original doors are worth retaining and will add to the character of your property, advises Douglas Kent
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Raise the bar
Create the perfect environment for crops and plants to flourish and maximise the growing potential in your garden with raised beds
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Hedge your bets
Create an eco-friendly garden boundary that is also aesthetically pleasing and beneficial for wildlife
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BRIEF encounter
Fleeting though their beauty may be, poppies provide an elegant shimmer of colour, and with so many to choose from, now is the time to start sprinkling some of their joy in your garden
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Tastes of the past
To preserve a slice of heritage, increase bio-diversity and for the enjoyment of taste, look to grow some heirloom crops among your kitchen garden ideas
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HOME TO ROOST
Developing her whimsical avian pencil sketches and watercolours into designs for a range of delightful homeware, Victoria Hall has slowly created a successful business from her kitchen table
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Our Lady
Alice Roberton takes a look at variations of the Mary statue, and discovers their worldwide appeal as a decorative object, as well as a symbol of faith
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Raby Castle
Owned by only two families over its long history, be inspired by this dramatic medieval castle filled with treasures, stories of treachery, and which offers an unusually warm welcome
