House Design
Your window on the world of House Design, from finding the right plot and pinning down your architectural style, to the ins and outs of planning and building, and the structural features such as windows, doors and staircases
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Bifold door ideas – 11 ways to open interiors to the patio
These bifold door ideas will maximize light inside your home, and create a great link to the outside
By Ginevra Benedetti • Published
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Designer Alfredo Paredes at home – calm white walls and a mix of vintage finds
The former Ralph Lauren creative renovated his island home inside and out, and filled it with curated vintage treasures
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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How the right roof tiles can improve your home
Discover the right roof tiles for your home from clay and concrete to slate and terracotta
By Holly Reaney • Published
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This extraordinary timber clad house with its playful decor is one of a kind
Design team Studio Shamshiri and architects Marmol Radziner have distilled the wild beauty of LA’s lush canyons into this remarkable house
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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How an old house inspired Maker&Son's contemporary furniture and designs
This 17th-century home in a sleepy village became the perfect backdrop to the company's modern furniture and designs
By Sara Emslie • Published
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This historic country house has an elegant interior that stands the test of time
The classic redesign of this notable New York country house combines neutrals with pops of color to create a warm and inviting interior
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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A period home is a treasure trove of joyful color and finds from around the world
Behind the muted façade of Jeannie Fraise's Victorian house in San Francisco lies a distinctive and playful interior with an international feel
By Vivienne Ayers • Last updated
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Jo Wood's farmhouse has an urban edge and a mix of old, new and country styles
Jo Wood left London for an old farmhouse, giving it a colorful new look that's a little bit country, a little bit rock 'n' roll
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Edwardian house style – what it is and how to get the look
Everything you need to know about Edwardian homes, inside and out
By Andrea Dean • Published
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The remodel of this Victorian house has resulted in a classically elegant interior
Set high on a hill with views of the ocean, this spectacular home was given a refreshed layout by the creatives at Sims Hilditch
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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This period NY townhouse combines traditional flair and modern glamor
A 19th-century Manhattan townhouse has been given a sophisticated new identity with fine architectural detailing and bursts of color
By Vivienne Ayers • Last updated
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Clean lines, monochromes, and an open-plan layout transformed this family home
Opening up this Seattle home gave it a more modern aesthetic and created a family friendly floor plan with space to entertain
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Patio door ideas – 12 stylish ways to link indoors with out
Discover patio door ideas in styles, designs and materials to suit every home
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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Installing patio doors – get the lowdown on fitting
Discover the essentials on installing patio doors for a successful home improvement project
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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English country and Mediterranean rustic style create design harmony in Mallorca
Earthy Mediterranean tones bring out the best in floral prints and elegant English country house style – here's how
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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Color magic – how bold and unexpected choices fill this townhouse with joy
Unusual color combos along with classic textiles and the prettiest patterns make this suburban home something special
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This renovated Georgian manor house was reimagined for 21st-century living
A once-derelict 18th-century farmhouse was restored with a fresh new look that anchors it within its rural surroundings
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Color and pattern have transformed this family home from bland to beautiful
Designer Elizabeth Hay has brought together enticing pattern and color with more traditional elements in this Singaporean house
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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This idyllic retreat mixes modern hill country aesthetics with traditional charm
It's the ideal blend of high-end interiors with a relaxed, rustic vibe – this weekend retreat nails indoor-outdoor living
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This lakeside cabin mixes cozy interiors with bright and breezy beach house style
This newly built cabin is a home for all seasons – and blends into its setting with organic finishes and rustic antiques
By Karen Darlow • Published
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This Georgian home cleverly mixes trad and modern farmhouse style
Behind its smart Georgian façade is a special family home that blends the best of contemporary and traditional styles
By Annabelle Grundy • Published
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Soft colors and natural materials promote well-being in this home
With a soft palette of pale greens and neutrals, this country home became a calm sanctuary – full of natural goodness
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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Classic American design and English country style combine in this '80s revival
Mark Lavender has conjured up childhood memories with English country style, plaid, chintz and clever use of color
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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Porch railing ideas – 10 designs to add curb appeal
These porch railing ideas will be the perfect finishing touch, creating a safe, enclosed space that complements your home
By Lucy Searle • Published
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Johnny Depp’s French village: the estate listed for $63 million that never sold
Johnny Depp’s French village just is just 17 miles from St Tropez and boasts its own restaurant and art studio…
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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Tour Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin's iconic Beverly Hills home – recently sold for $7.9 million
The spectacular property sold at a loss after Bieber asked his Instagram followers to 'make an offer' in 2019
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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This elegant French-style home's historic features shine after a careful update
This iconic Dallas home has been renovated throughout. The key to its success? Enhancing the beautiful 1920s features
By Karen Darlow • Published
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This serene LA home combines English country with a relaxed Californian vibe
Jake Arnold’s integration of contemporary Californian style and traditional British design has produced a luxurious home
By Lucy Searle • Last updated
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Rainwater harvesting – save money with these sustainable ideas
Use these rainwater harvesting ideas to help you save money and make your home and garden more sustainable
By Holly Reaney • Published