Buying Guides
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Best blender 2020 – the top models for crushing ice and making smoothies and soups
Blitz up shakes, smoothies and cocktails with one of the best blender models from Vitamix, Thermomix, Breville and more
By David Ludlow •
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Best coffee makers 2020 – the top coffee machines for drip coffee, espresso and more
Hone your barista skills with our best coffee makers
By Homes & Gardens •
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Best pillows for a good night's rest – including memory foam and feather designs
Reclaim a restful night’s sleep with our pick of the best pillows
By Alice Humphrys •
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Best mattress 2020 – top memory foam, pocket sprung and hybrid, reviewed and rated
To determine the best mattress of 2020, we've assessed popular brands, including Emma, Leesa and Casper
By Ysanne Brooks •
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Best cordless vacuum cleaners 2020 – the top cable-free stick cleaners
We've tested the latest cordless vacuum cleaners to see which felt like clever time-savers and which felt like too much of a faff to be worth using
By Caramel Quin •
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Decorative console tables to pair up in your hallway
Place a console table, chest-of-drawers or side table either side of a doorway or fireplace to create beautiful symmetry.
By jbailey •
Interior Design
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Carpet trends 2021 – 8 stylish new looks for fabulous floors
From back-to-nature beauty to must-have maximalism and playing with pattern... our look at carpet trends reveals interesting results
By Ruth Doherty •
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10 most popular Farrow & Ball paint colors, according to the internet
Will you be surprised by the most popular interior paint color?
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Kitchens
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Create the perfect work from home space in your kitchen – in 5 simple steps
Need to work from home? These kitchen design tips will ensure it is easy and productive
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Charlie Smallbone reveals his favorite kitchen trends for 2021
Metallics are set to be one of the biggest kitchen trends of 2021 – Charlie Smallbone gives the low down
By Tara King •
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Kitchen trends 2021 – these latest designs are ahead of the curve
From cool colors to cabinetry, these latest kitchen trends are all bang on trend – but achievable, too
By Jennifer Ebert •
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The 5 common kitchen items that you don't need – and may be a waste of money
Some kitchen tools just aren't essential...
By Jennifer Ebert •
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This house has the most Instagrammable kitchen in London – and it has just gone on the market
Overlooking the evergreen Peckham Rye Park, this classic deVOL kitchen has a large fanbase on Instagram
By Jennifer Ebert •
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What will the kitchen look like in a post-pandemic world? These are the kitchen designs of the future
The experts weigh in on the future of kitchen design
By Jennifer Ebert •
Bathrooms
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10 top Instagram bathroom trends – to inspire your new room's look
If a new bathroom is on the cards, Instagram bathroom trends are your first port of call for inspiration...
By Lucy Searle •
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How to plan a bathroom – an essential guide to layout and design
A new bathroom is a great opportunity to make the most of your space in style
By Homes & Gardens •
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Small bathroom storage ideas – sleek solutions to clear the clutter in your bathroom
Well-planned storage is the only way to achieve a clutter-free and organised space. Our selection of the best small bathroom storage ideas will help you to create the look you want
By Jennifer Ebert •
Gardens
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5 simple ways to create a cottagecore garden – embrace a wholesome country scheme
The cottagecore trend, which began on social media sites like Tumblr and TikTok, combines lifestyle with fashion, and idealises rural self-sufficiency
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Rewilding is the latest garden trend to know – 10 ways to rewild your outdoor space
A new generation of gardeners is considering how the land can be returned to – or shared with – nature
By Jennifer Ebert •
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The 8 prettiest evergreen plants to give your garden year round style
Make your garden beautiful no matter the month with the loveliest evergreen plants - these are our top choices
By Thea Babington-Stitt •
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Prepare your garden for winter – using eco-friendly and sustainable methods
Putting in a bit of effort now will pay dividends when summer arrives
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Revealed: The most wanted winter garden ideas
Take a look at the most in demand garden features, as we attempt to warm up for winter
By Jennifer Ebert •
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8 of the best British gardens you can visit year round
Whether it’s a sunny summer afternoon or a crisp winter morning, there’s a beautiful garden open for you to enjoy
By Thea Babington-Stitt •
Life & Design
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How to look after a poinsettia this Christmas – everything you need to know
All the tips and tricks you need to make this iconic flower thrive over the festive season
By Thea Babington-Stitt •
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How to create a pumpkin flower vase for Halloween – the perfect alternative to a classic vessel
Revamp your Halloween decorations with these pretty pumpkin flower vases. They're trending on Instagram right now
By Jennifer Ebert •
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18 beautiful Christmas table ideas – from the world's greatest designers
Looking for inspiration for your Christmas table? Find it here...
By Rhoda Parry •
