Style At Home May 2024

I love to get outside in the garden at the first opportunity, so now that the weather is warmer and the days are longer, I’ll be tidying up outdoors, sprucing things up and planning a new to-do list to keep me busy over summer! Bank Holiday weekends are the perfect opportunity to get a head start on decorating and DIY projects and in this issue we’ve got plenty of ideas and inspiration to get you motivated, from creative ways to use paint indoors (p58) to outdoor facelifts using garden paint (p102). Brighten up a porch or patio with a summer planter display (p106) or if your garden shed needs a clear-out (like mine) check out our tidying tips (p98) so you can get things better organised. Enjoy the extra time…

H&M SPRING HAZE Freshen up a neutral palette with splashes of green and yellow M&S OCEAN DRIVE Hints of blue and coral will give your kitchen-diner a beachy vibe La Redoute SUNSHINY DAYS Enliven your decor with joyous golden tones Dunelm RIPPLE EFFECT Set a soothing vibe with pastel shades and scalloped details…

1. Keep the walls neutral If you’re following the 60-30-10 rule then a stoney neutral should make up more than half of your colour palette. Avoid the shades falling flat with plenty of texture, using a chalky, matt finish for walls. 2.Utilise natural leafy greenery While entwining real branches from the rafters might not be practical, trailing plants hung from walls and shelves will create a similar look. Pick out larger potted plants for corners, for greater impact. 3. Introduce homespun details Channel a modern country vibe by bringing in a few subtle rustic details. An unfinished, stoneware lamp, rattan baskets and woven wall art will add just the right amount of rustic, without going full-on farmhouse. 4. Add lift with citrus hues The bright tones of lemon and lime…

If laid-back living is your vibe then the Prairie trend has probably already caught your attention. Dusty, earthy tones of brown and terracotta, and muted cactus greens create the right aesthetic, with hints of sunset orange and pink to add lift. Create a lived-in look with natural, woven materials and leather, as well as Ikat and chequerboard designs. Finally, add a few playful touches – cacti and cowboy motifs are perfect pardners!…

RETRO INSPIRED Bring vibrant colour to your rooms with the latest Milan fabric collection from Prestigious Textiles. Taking cues from fashion trends, the 1970s-inspired hues and range of leafy prints, fruity motifs and bold abstracts are ideal for making a statement on upholstery and curtains. Child’s play Create a fun bedroom scheme that little ones will love with B&M’s latest kids’ collection. From spaceman and rainbow-motif bed sets to cute storage baskets and cheery wall art, prices start at just £2.50. So you can kit out a whole room without breaking the bank. MADE @ NEXT We’re big fans of Made’s fabulous designs and contemporary pieces and The Modern Studio collection, just in at Next, doesn’t disappoint. Expect lots of playful shapes, punchy colours and plush fabrics on sofas, chairs,…

We got the keys for this place the day before lockdown, so it was just me, Stephen, and a load of boxes on moving-in day as no one was allowed to help,’ says Alana. ‘Initially, I had a few days of panic because the house was in such a state. In fact, it was so bad that we didn’t even bother with a survey as we knew we’d have to strip everything out and start again. But even though the 1970s hadn’t been kind to the house, and everything was extremely dated and badly maintained, I was excited by the idea of bringing character back into it and replacing the Edwardian features that had unfortunately been ripped out. After the panic subsided Stephen and I made a plan of action,…