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Early summer is the perfect time to get a head start on garden jobs and projects, so that when the warmer weather comes you can spend the time outdoors relaxing instead. In this issue there are plenty of ideas to help you get your plot looking great – for minimum effort. Start small with our mini outdoor makeovers to give your garden a glow-up (p66), then check out our genius ideas to make a compact garden feel bigger (p56) and tips on how to create the perfect pergola (p100). Or if it’s indoor inspiration you’re after, our three homes this month range from a stylish two-bed rental to a spacious semi, all packed with ideas, so there’s something to suit everyone. And don’t miss our fabulous offer (p80) where you…
Dunelm RIVIERA CHIC Bold stripes and cool blues are the epitome of ocean-side living Next LAVISH LIVING Break all the colour rules with a luxe colour-clashing scheme Homesense PASTEL POP Elevate everyday essentials with a palette of mallow and mint George Home DREAMY ESCAPISM Create a bohemian feel with Moroccan-style prints…
1. Create a calming colour palette A dose of blue is a must-have for a waterside-worthy scheme – but the aim is to avoid it from looking chilly. Partner it with soft accents of coral pink and primrose yellow, plus hints of aqua green, to bring it to life. 2. Frame the dining table Use accessories to allow your dining table to take centre stage. A patterned rug beneath, just larger than the table, will draw focus, while a row of pendants centred above will have the same effect. 3. Try pattern and panelling Using panelling on the bottom section of wall allows you to display a busy wallpaper above without it overwhelming the scheme. Pick a dominant colour from the wallpaper and use this on the panelling. 4. Choose…
If you’re yet to embrace the woven trend it’s not too late to join the party – it’s definitely here to stay a while. Maybe it’s the nostalgic nod to the Seventies that’s made its comeback so popular, or it’s the easy-living, hand-crafted aesthetic that’s so appealing. The high street is heaving with woven wares, whether you like the natural vibe or are drawn to colour-rich pieces. Fill your home with rattan and cane, macrame and seagrass baskets.…
SEAFOOD COCKTAIL There’s no need to shell out a fortune on Dunelm’s fab summer tableware. The seafood-themed collection features fun lobster, shrimp and crab motifs on table linens and serveware and is perfect for alfresco meals. From £3 for a dip bowl. Stripe up the band Sassy stripes never go out of style and this season sees them in rainbow-inspired hues popping up all over the high street. Go bold with fun multicoloured stripes for a playful look or team stripes with plains for a smart style that will work in any space. 3 of the best FLORAL CUSHIONS HABITAT IS 60! To celebrate its milestone birthday, Habitat has collaborated with some top creatives to launch The 60 Years of Design collection. Featuring pieces from design icons Sebastian Conran…
I grew up in France, where eating together is the most important and most pleasing part of the day,’ says Amélie. ‘A home needs to make you feel something and I wanted mine to have the happy feeling that I enjoy when I’m sharing a meal with family and friends. The challenge was how to do this within the limitations of our rental flat – and persuading my husband, Konstantinos, it could be done without spending a fortune! I had to be very creative with the interior. Property search I’ve lived in London for 10 years now and it’s where I met Konstantinos, who’s Greek. After living in separate house shares, we started looking for our first home together. We wanted to avoid the potential problems that sometimes crop up…
