March 2024

Homestyle UK

Packed with inspiring interiors and achievable room makeovers at affordable prices

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EDITORIAL Editor Kirstie Duhig Creative Design Lead Tricia Ball Creative Designer Beth Charlton Lucas Homes Commissioning Editor Michelle Grady Staff Writer Hannah Tribe Production Editor Sophie Ellis Digital Editor Rebecca Messina ADVERTISING Group
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Meet The Team
Production Editor ‘My SAD lamp is a year-round fixture as I use the alarm on it, too. There’s also a stack of books forming a literal TBR pile.’ Staff Writer ‘I have a cream Roberts Revival radio, which not only looks super sweet, but means I can fal
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Step Into Spring
This issue is filled with inspiration to help you give your home a fresh look for the new season and beyond, from the prints and colour palettes in our beautiful florals inspired Decorator’s Moodboards on page 59 to our preview of the biggest and bes
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Key Contributors
In this month’s interview on page 113, we chat to interior designer Tara Rodrigues about life after winning Channel 4’s The Big Interiors Battle… ‘I have a stunning table lamp, my manifestation journal and two or three candles.’ Colette Earley caught
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Colour Crush Candy Pink
SET OF 3 PASTEL COLOURS SCAN ME for more interiors inspo at yourhomestyle.uk SERVE PARTY DRINKS IN STYLE ■
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By The Book
Turn an untidy pile of paperbacks into a gorgeous arrangement with the careful addition of these accessories. Bookends are a handy way to add books to areas of your home where you don’t want a full bookcase, too. Try popping a small group of seasonal
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OUR HOME IS PACKED WITH mood-boosting colour
I’m Louisa Linde (@louisashome), 30, a German teacher in a German school. I live here with my husband, Ray Linde, 32, a car sales executive, and our daughter, Lorelai, who’s eight months. I’m from Germany and Ray is Latvian. A three-bedroom, self-con
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The Wishlist
Give your living space an upgrade with rich colours, eye-catching prints and sumptuous fabrics. The latest collaboration between DFS and Ted Baker sees sofas, armchairs, footstools and cushions given the brand’s signature sophisticated look. Super so
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WE SPENT YEARS CREATING THIS eclectic look
I’m Gareth Young, 36, a knowledge exchange and impact fellow at University of Sheffield, and I live with my partner Paul Greaves, 42, a lecturer at Stirling University. Our home is a three-bedroom, semidetached Edwardian house in Dronfield, Derbyshir
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Rustic Townhouse
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Pillows
ONLY £18.50 If you want the feel of a down pillow without the price tag or the actual feathers, then this ‘soft as down’ microfibre pillow is a great alternative. It mimics the super soft and luxurious nature of down, providing front sleepers and tho
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Windowpane Mirror
To create more of a shabby chic vibe, paint the wooden frame white or a pale pastel shade and distress the paint finish a little • 1 sheet of 12mm plywood (standard size is 1200×2400mm, which you’ll need to cut to size. Or, you can buy plywood pre-cu
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Mid-season Throws
Woven blanket with tassels in Light Blue, £39.95, Rex London Apricity Sage Green crinkle throw, £55, French Bedroom PURE NEW WOOL Fishbone stripe Flora wool throw, £48, National Trust Shop Green stripe pure wool throw, £65, Soak & Sleep Borg fleece c
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Luxe Japandi
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Olive Sprig Wreath
To add additional colour to your wreath, tie small bundles of dried or faux flowers to the willow stems using florist’s wire • bundle of willow stems • jute string (optional) • secateurs • dried olive sprigs 1 Use long, thin willow stems for your wre
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Statement Lamps
WE LOVE THIS RETR0-MODERN DESIGN THIS LAMP IS A TANGERINE DREAM!
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#myHShome
WIN A PRIZE! Sponsored by… Eflorist Congratulations to the winners of myHSHome, you’ve each won a gorgeous Serenity bouquet, worth £28.99. It’s a gorgeous mix of pink and cream roses, chrysanthemums and spray carnations, with dreamy foliage too. This
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Fresh As A Daisy
Freshen up a sweet scheme with sunny yellow Let your inner child run riot when it comes to creating this scheme. Choose patterns that are full of energy, joy and a sprinkling of nostalgia. Go easy on your colour choices, so that the patterns really s
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Meadow Sweet
Get back to basics with a laid-back palette of soft, leafy greens and pale pinks. Pair these with warming, gentle tones of stone and sand for a fresh yet cosy effect. Keep the organic theme flowing by picking out pieces made from natural materials. C
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Blooming Opulence
Dark and moody hues will add plenty of drama Create the feel of a hidden garden by papering an entire room with a statement print or bespoke mural. Choose a design with a dark background to give the room a sense of depth. Look to the past for inspira
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Secret Garden
Allow natural light to bounce around your home by using wellplaced mirrors HOMESTYLE LOVES! CUTE HOUSEWARMING GIFT! SCAN ME for more interiors inspo at yourhomestyle.uk ■
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Sweetness & Light
This playful look is packed to the brim with fresh, spring-like energy. It’s a trend that doesn’t take itself too seriously and creates joyful, informal spaces. If you’ve already embraced the cottagecore look in your home, this is the newest update o
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Modern Western
Get stuck into a full room revamp with these decorating must-haves Geometric textiles are a perfect match with patchwork pieces Rustic basketry instantly adds texture and interest We’ve rounded up these brilliant buys Rich red, orange and pink tones
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17 Stylish Rental Revamps
Inject some personality by getting creative with colourful furniture and accessories. If your rental is already furnished and you can’t swap out items such as the sofa or bed, you can still liven up the room with bedding and throws, bold cushions and
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Positive Vibes
TOTAL £3,500 I’m Kristabel Plummer, a social media influencer – you can find me on Insta @iamkristabel. I’ve been living in north London in a rented one-bed flat for three years. I moved in just before lockdown. BEFORE The living room was such a cont
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Pastel Pop Kitchen Revamp
Seek out colourful kitchen essentials and accessories to complement your kitchen scheme TOTAL £4,427 I’m Dilly Orme, 54, and I’m an interior stylist and writer. I’m on Instagram @dillyorme. I live with my two daughters, Rosie, 23, and Ruby, 21. Our h
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Sorbet Sundae
MAKE A STATEMENT Mix and match coloured glass candle holders and pretty pastel candles to create a spring tablescape COMES IN RED AND BLUE TOO SCAN ME for more interiors inspo at yourhomestyle.uk ■
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Modern Vs Traditional Style
Whether you’re planning a kitchen refit or simply want to update what you already have, there are lots of ways to create a modern or traditional look. From the big elements such as cabinets, tiles and flooring, to changing the sink or tap, there’s so
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Temperature Control Kettles
‘Alexa, pop the kettle on!’ We had fun testing this voice-activated kettle, which is so easy to use once you’ve set it up. At 1.8kw, it has a lower power output than some other models but its rapid boil element makes for a speedy cuppa. There’s no vi
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Savvy Home Solutions
If you sit at your desk (or dining room table) for long hours, then both comfort and aesthetics are important to help you work more efficiently, and the DeskPad definitely delivers with its soft feel and sleek look. This spill-resistant mat instantly
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Create A Stunning Shower Space
For alcove spaces, a shower door with a hinged in-line panel is the ideal solution to prevent splashing. Depending on how much space you have, choose a door with hinges that can be opened both inwards and outwards for ultimate flexibility. When it co
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Which Type Of Shower Is Right For You?
If your home has low water pressure it’s best to install a power shower, as these are designed for optimum performance within a low-pressure setting. In a busy family home, a thermostatically-controlled shower (which combines a handheld head and an o
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Ask The Experts
Ava Wilson, chief editor at Unclutterer, says… I would approach a spring clean in this order: 1 Begin by decluttering each room. This makes cleaning easier and more efficient. Sort items into categories: keep, donate, or discard. 2 Clean from top to
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Midweek Meals To Make In Minutes
Tasty, budget-friendly dinner ideas to make with tinned tomatoes CHICKEN TACO-STYLE RICE POT PREP TIME 10 minutes COOK TIME 35 minutes SERVES 4 • 1 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 400g skinless, boneless chicken breast, sl
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Teatime Treats
PREPARATION TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 20-25 minutes, plus cooling and decoration SERVES 12 ● 6 large eggs ● 360g unsalted butter, softened ● 360g golden caster sugar ● 90g ground almonds ● 30g ground pistachio nuts ● 270g self-raising flour ● 1 le
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Frill Cushion
Embroider your own ditsy flower motifs on the cushion for extra personalisation – you can find lots of free embroidery ideas and templates online • 1.5m cotton fabric • scissors • sewing machine • matching thread • pins • iron • ironing board • needl
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Shop The High Street
ON-TREND DESIGN Create an eclectic look that combines personal touches with trending statement pieces. Layer colours, patterns and textures for a bold and beautiful scheme BLUE HUES ARE IN THIS SEASON A tangerine shade will add a cheerful splash of c

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