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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This East Coast house has been given a West Coast makeover – with stunning results
This beachfront property in Southern California channels bicoastal design for contemporary style
By Andrea Childs • Published
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5 decorating tricks we’ve learned from Reese Witherspoon's gorgeous California home
Spoiler alert: the actress has a penchant for blue...
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Thatched roof guide – the historic craft making a comeback
Evocative of the countryside and days gone by, a thatched roof is a treasured original feature, and can also make a charming roof for a new home or garden room
By Douglas Kent • Published
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Modern rustic interiors ensure this open-plan cabin is just as beautiful as its setting
This cozy home nails cabin style – with seating areas for lake and woodland views, and the cutest bunkbeds under the eaves
By Karen Darlow • Published
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This historic farmhouse mixes antiques, art and bold colors for design perfection
The landscapes outside this renovated farmhouse are just as important to its artist owner as the colorful scene inside
By Karen Darlow • Published
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French style and coastal vibes give this historic thatched cottage a fresh look
Balancing period features with bright and airy interiors, this typically English cottage offers the best of both worlds
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Can you paint vinyl siding? Here's what to consider first
Before you decide to paint vinyl siding, there are few must-knows. Here's a breakdown, with tips from the experts.
By Kaitlin Madden • Published
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This coach house has New England style, with inviting decks and open-plan living
Channelling the style and luxury of holiday spots around the world, an old stable block became a cozy, year-round retreat
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This antique dealer's historic 17th century home is full of color and character
Restoring a 17th-century malt master’s house has given collector Ambrice Miller the space to turn her passion for arts and antiques into a business
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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A Dutch home in the countryside – brimming with original features and vintage furniture
Taking her cue from the wealth of original features in her country home, Sylvia van Eindhoven added vintage furnishings and brocante finds to get the look she wanted
By Mieke Vendel • Last updated
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Take a look at this historic Swedish island home – its decor is just as it was 100 years ago
The Swedish island of Sandhamn is all about blue skies and endless seascapes, and this pretty summer home makes the most of the striking scenery
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This listed Yorkshire cottage is full of pretty country charm – take the tour
Neutral paints, vintage furniture and a mix of floral prints have transformed Laura Yates’ pretty country cottage into an inviting family home
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This 1820s Dutch farmhouse has been totally transformed – you’ll love the finished look
With a calm yet cozy interior this Dutch farmhouse is practically unrecognizable
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This oak frame house has views on to a pretty garden and pond
Building a new oak frame house was a dream for this couple – and when they found a perfect plot in a Lincolnshire village, they could finally achieve their goal
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This village schoolhouse in Ireland became an inviting family home
Restoring a canalside school proved a steep learning curve for Ciara and Harvey Appelbe, but they made a real success of it
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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This elegant English country rectory's floral motifs are as prolific inside as in its stunning gardens
A passion for gardening inspired the sensitive update of a former Victorian rectory and its formal grounds overlooking the East Sussex countryside
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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Step inside this unusual Finnish island home full of secrets
You'd never guess that this peaceful five-bedroom country home once witnessed dramatic historical events
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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Step inside this elegant Swedish country home full of antiques and creative flair
The artistic owners of this pretty cottage, on an country estate near Stockholm, have furnished it with family heirlooms and quirky finds
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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Explore this Yorkshire Dales village home filled with William Morris wallpapers
Stunning Arts and Crafts patterns and antique furniture add to the charm of this period home in the English countryside
By Vivienne Ayers • Last updated
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Design house: This 90s Mediterranean-style hillside home in Seattle has been given a luxurious, modern update
A calm and comforting interior was important for this Mediterranean-style hillside home, to match the scenic surroundings
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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This inspiring Victorian renovation showcases a neutral scheme with pops of color and pattern
A passion for handmade pieces and colorful artwork informed the interior of this period house, designed by Alice Leigh
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Space was tight in this cottage until a few clever updates made all the difference
This 1930s farmhouse needed some careful alterations to turn it into a comfortable country home with space to spare
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Paint colors for the exterior of a house – 10 ideas and expert real estate advice
Increase your home's curb appeal with these paint colors for the exterior of a house
By Holly Reaney • Published
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A full house remodel makes space for open-plan comfort, luxury and elegance
Thoughtful updates give a California home a bright new look, with relaxed family spaces and cozy corners
By Karen Darlow • Published
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House styles – a guide to architectural styles and eras
This guide to American house styles explains when your house was built, the features that define it – and how to restore it authentically
By Sarah Warwick • Last updated
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This Houston home mixes old and new with soft pastel shades for a refined look
A confident mix of antiques and new furnishings gives this 1970s Houston home a touch of 1870s elegance
By Karen Darlow • Last updated
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Antiques and salvaged materials add a sense of history to this new lakeside retreat
This newly built lakeside home is full of modern luxuries and traditional charm with exposed stone and vaulted ceilings
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Scandi interiors create a sense of calm in this unique mid-century coastal home
An unusual coastal property's pared back Scandi styling simply adds to the beauty of its stunning waterside views
By Karen Darlow • Published
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This pretty farmhouse home is full of inspiring and artistic decorative touches
This country home was dark and gloomy – but look at it now! Full of inspiring pattern and color after an artistic makeover
By Karen Darlow • Published