Home Renovation
Get home renovation advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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Meg Ryan makes a brave color choice in her Montecito, CA kitchen – and experts love it
Meg Ryan announces the renovation of the kitchen in her California home, and this one bold and controversial color steals the show
By Sophie Edwards Last updated
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6 bathroom renovation mistakes making your cold bathroom moldy
When making changes to your bathroom, it pays to consider ventilation, insulation and moisture management to prevent problems further down the line
By Millie Hurst Published
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How to know if a wall is load-bearing – professional contractors clarify this reno conundrum
Professional contractors explain how to know if a wall is load-bearing before you start planning renovations to prevent heartbreak – and headaches, down the line
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This lakeside home mixes yacht club style and cottage charm to great effect
Designer Tom Stringer took the helm for this lakeside home's renovation, adding style by the boatload
By Karen Darlow Published
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Professional painters reveal how to make paint dry faster – without compromising on quality
Pro painters have shared their secrets for making paint dry faster so you can finish your home renovations a little quicker, without compromising on quality
By Chiana Dickson Published
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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 Emma J Page Last updated
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12 top interior painting tips from experts – for a flawless, fabulous finish
Professional painters share their best interior painting tips to ace your room renovations without the need for a contractor
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 home renovations we forget to do, according to experts
These home renovation projects modernize your space and can be done in an afternoon
By Millie Hurst Published
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See how different the late Queen's garden looks during a makeover by King Charles III
The monarch is renovating Sandringham gardens, the royal residence that he shares with Queen Consort Camilla – take a look at the progress so far
By Megan Slack Published
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Designers reveal the 5 biggest kitchen renovation regrets their clients had – you can learn from their mistakes
Here is what not to do in your kitchen reno, according to regretful remodelers
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Basic interior design rules that everyone should know – 7 insider tips from the world’s best designers
If you love the stylish interiors and renovations you see in Homes & Gardens but aren’t sure how to transform your own rooms, we’re here to help
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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This ever-evolving Hamptons space is the new hybrid destination every design lover needs to know
The 1818 Collective is a home where those who love design can commune
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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The 'glass box' living room is the perfect place to experience the wildness surrounding this 19th-century cottage
A tiny cottage by a loch became Catherine Spain’s perfect project, and her inspired renovation blends beautifully with its backdrop of mountains and wide skies
By Alexandra Pratt Published
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King Charles' Sandringham Royal lawn will be unrecognizable from today – here's why
The lawn at King Charles' estate will be dug up and replaced with a sustainable alternative – here's what we know
By Megan Slack Published
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This renovated country cottage is a masterclass in clever color combinations
A Victorian cottage, once a carpenter’s barn, bewitched Laura and Patrick Butler-Madden and took them on an unexpected journey
By Lucy Searle Published
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This fully renovated London townhouse expertly blends antiques and modern design classics
A curated collection of antiques, artwork and more recent design classics sit side by side in this renovated London home
By Karen Darlow Published
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Are rain chains better than downspouts? Home renovation experts advise
This ornamental solution is (almost) too good-looking to be practical – experts discuss their efficiency and whether it's right for you
By Megan Slack Last updated
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Gisele Bündchen begins renovations on modest Florida Cottage – bought months before her divorce
Bought quietly for $1.3 million in February, the cottage is thought to be a pre-divorce gift for herself
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Clarence House – where the King and Queen Consort will continue to live while renovations on Buckingham Palace are carried out
Since 2003, King Charles III has occupied Clarence House as his official London residence. H&G looks at the building’s remarkable history
By Jennifer Ebert Last updated
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Blue room ideas – 27 timeless and fresh ways to use blue at home
This timeless color is cool and calm and works well in both classical and contemporary schemes
By Jennifer Ebert Last updated
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This picture-perfect country cottage is full of antiques and vintage treasures
Set in a secret walled garden, this brick built cottage is a treat outside and in, with antique furniture and treasured finds
By Karen Darlow Published
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Home saunas – why the Nordic tradition is gaining ground in homes everywhere
More and more people are including a home sauna in their bathroom renovation plans. Here's why you should, too...
By Amelia Thorpe Published
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What adds the most curb appeal? 5 ways to create a good first impression
From simple updates to radical rethinks, turning your attention to the outside of your home will get it looking its presentable best.
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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9 great ways to mix old and new – lessons in style from a converted Victorian school
A striking architectural kitchen addition and reinstated period details look equally at home in this former school
By Karen Darlow Published
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This Dutch farmhouse combines country charm with an eco outlook
Now a country idyll, this once crumbling farmhouse was transformed by a large-scale renovation that preserves the property's past as well as future proofing it
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Walk-in shower tile ideas – 10 ways to add a stylish statement to your bathroom
Need some walk-in tile ideas for your bathroom renovation? Take a look at our favorite styles for both walls and floors
By Sophie Warren-Smith Last updated
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Bathroom remodel mistakes – and how to avoid them
Want to ensure your bathroom reno goes smoothly and without a hitch? Steer clear of these easy mistakes to make and you're bound to succeed
By Ginevra Benedetti Last updated
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What causes cracks in walls – 13 reasons and when you need to worry
Discover what causes cracks in walls and ceilings and whether they are a cause for concern
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Home renovation – 6 steps to modernizing your home
Ensure your home renovation goes smoothly with these simple steps for success
By Holly Reaney Last updated