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 jewel of a British Victorian house is beyond beautiful – and the views are to die for
With the help of design studio Sims Hilditch, the owners of this hilltop Jersey home made sure every room makes the most of the house's spectacular vantage point
By julietbenning • Published
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Gossip Girl's Alice Callahan's home makes mid-century modern family-friendly
The modern farmhouse-style new build is super stylish yet practical for her young family
By Lucy Searle • Published
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This inviting house is a masterclass in using bold, clever color combinations
The open plan layout has wonderful flow and a ton of character, thanks to clever color choices
By Lola Houlton • Published
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Inside Windsor Castle – take the tour before Prince William and Kate Middleton move in
We take a look inside Windsor Castle before the new royals move to the historic home
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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This Boston Brownstone condo reinvents open-plan family living – we love it
Interior designer Kristen Rivoli has created a beautiful family home that's deceptively practical
By Lola Houlton • Published
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9 DIY draft-proofing jobs to warm your home in a weekend – and the big mistake to avoid
These (often simple) draft-proofing tricks will ensure your home is ready for winter – without harming your energy bill
By Megan Slack • Published
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This busy family home's clever storage keeps it neat, streamlined and elegant
Take the tour and you might discover ideas you want to use in your own home remodel
By Lucy Searle • Published
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Which type of heating is the cheapest to run? Discover the costs
Want to know which type of heating is cheapest to run? This is the lowdown
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's $14 million home is a 'humble cottage' compared to their neighbors, royal biographer claims
Journalist Tina Brown shared that the couple 'didn't have enough money' compared to their Montecito neighbors
By Megan Slack • Published
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Inside Sandra Bullock’s San Diego farm – a celebration of rustic-modern style
The 91-acre compound is a celebration of rustic European design – surrounded by olive trees and an avocado farm
By Megan Slack • Published
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Contemporary luxury meets West Coast informality in this historic Craftsman cottage
Interior designer Jonathan Rachman creates relaxed yet elegant interiors in this sophisticated family home filled with art
By Kerryn Harper-Cuss • Published
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The Prince and Princess of Wales have just inherited this charming 'secret' farmhouse
King Charles had purchased the ancient cottage in Carmarthenshire – a county known as the ‘Garden of Wales’
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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Lil Wayne’s Miami home is a celebration of modern architecture – listed for $29.5 million
The chic property features 110 feet of water frontage and overlooks the palm-lined Miami shore
By Megan Slack • Published
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Tour the Yankee Candle Founder's estate – it's better than Disneyland
The estate has been described as 'like having Disneyland in the backyard' and has been listed for $23 million
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Interior designer Sheila Bridges' modern country home is a mesmerizing mix of color and pattern
The self-styled Harlem Toile Girl has redefined what a country home can be with a curator’s eye and her compelling use of paintings and prints
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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This charming country cottage is full of pretty ideas for stylish vintage looks
Mixing floral fabrics with toile print wallpapers and antique treasures gives this cottage an eclectic but very pretty charm
By Karen Darlow • Published
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A blissful country retreat combines inherent charm and exquisite fabrics
This idyllic bastide house in Provence is home to interior designer Patrick Frey – he’s made it his mission to keep its rich heritage alive
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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5 ways your house is making you ill – and what you can do about it
From dust to how much daylight enters your home, we discover the surprising factors that can affect your health
By Andrea Childs • Published
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The 8 undesirable home décor features that put home buyers off
Garish décor isn't the only thing that puts prospective home buyers off, it has been revealed
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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The colors people paint their front doors for good luck – spiritual experts explain why
Front door colors are important in terms of curb appeal – but your chosen hue may have an even deeper significance
By Megan Slack • Published
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8 lessons we learnt about luxury from this $12m contemporary farmhouse home
Architectural designer Jae Omar shares 8 luxury design details that will bring a touch of high-end LA style to any home
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Johnny Cash's 'quiet home' sells to a fan for above the asking price – we take a tour
Built by Cash in 1961, the quiet home sold to a fan for way above the asking price – we take a tour of the property before it sold
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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St James's Palace – Princess Anne's official London residence
The most senior 'royal palace in the United Kingdom' plays host to Anne, Princess Royal when she is visiting the capital
By Megan Slack • Published
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This period Chicago pied-à-terre exudes irresistible glamor with its luxurious interior
Jessica Lagrange has created a sanctuary in the city that's awash with glamor and opulence and mirrors the owners' artistic flair
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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4 expert lighting schemes to make guests feel welcome in the rooms they'll use most
A lighting expert says that these clever schemes will make the key rooms we host in during fall feel really inviting
By Lucy Searle • Published
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Kim Kardashian buys Cindy Crawford's former Malibu mansion for $70.4m – take the tour
The reality star has bought the former model's home, and it's the most expensive home sale in Malibu this year
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Explore this magnificent apartment inside New York’s Hotel Pierre – designed by the King's cousin, David Linley
The plush apartment boasts views across Central Park and the legendary skyline...
By Ruth Doherty • Last updated
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The Spanish home of Nani Marquina exudes a modern rustic style, perfect for a relaxed vacation
Finding this Costa Brava getaway was a dream come true for designer Nani Marquina and the peace it gives her has exceeded all expectations
By Vivienne Ayers • Published
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Inside Mariah Carey's Atlanta mansion – a celebration of classic Southern architecture
The Stephen Fuller-designed home in the Georgian capital is on the market for $6.5 million
By Megan Slack • Published
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