Real Homes

Real Homes magazine brings you all the home improvement ideas and advice you'll need for your own project. Every issue is filled with expert tips and amazing before and after images of real home transformations, giving you plenty of inspiration for your own extension, renovation or redecoration project. Whether you're looking for the latest on-trend buys for every room in your home, practical advice about project planning and budgets, or in-depth case studies detailing everything from kitchen extensions to loft conversions, Real Homes magazine provides you with everything you need to make your dream home a reality.

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Meet the team • Get to know some of the people who bring you Real Homes with a monthly question. This time: what single thing says ‘spring is here’ to you?

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Learning the ropes • One major renovation and a few mistakes later, Alex is ready to take her picture-perfect home to the next level

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MAKE CAMP • An indoor teepee is a delightful den for playing, reading or simply snoozing in

MONO STRIPES • Statement stripes get graphic in contemporary black and white contrasts and punchy repeats

FAUX PLANTS • Have a lush display all year round (without the worry of watering) with realistic-looking fake foliage

PASTEL POWER • Bring a fresh burst of whimsy into your home with these vibrant decorating ideas

Fresh colours perfect for family life • Use Crown easyclean® paint for a new look for spring that will stay pristine

SPOTLIGHT DESIGNER • Support independent businesses and meet the creatives making waves in the interiors world. This month, we’re talking glassware to make your table (and your shelves) stand out

Glass act • Lay your table or add textural interest to your living room with two incredible glassware makers

JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS • Tap into the new heirloom trend with the store’s spring/summer collection, filled with original, timeless pieces

Going step by step • Alison and Mark have taken a hands-on approach to redefining their family home

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Blush pink • Comforting, cosy and playful, we reveal how this soothing shade can calm the mind

STYLE crush • Sometimes we come across a product we just can’t stop thinking about – and we want to share it with you. Here’s what we’ve fallen for this month

SPRING UPDATES • The latest decorating trends have been quietly blossoming over winter. Bring life to your rooms with punchy deco detailing, forest greens and touches of nature

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The design CLINIC • Whether you’re torn on two paint colours or are debating whether to extend upwards or outwards, the Real Homes team is here to answer your questions

At your service • Meet the people ready to help with your dilemmas

Late bloomer • With parenthood taking precedence, it took nearly five years for Elise and Michael Dodds to add colour and personality to their new-build home

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UTILITY ROOMS TO MANAGE LAUNDRY AND LIFE! • With stylish storage solutions for all your household essentials, our guide will help you organise the utility room into a functional hub of efficiency and calm

Shaker style • Make space with designer looks and beautiful but functional fittings

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Sleek & modern • Create a bespoke space to fit your lifestyle and act as your home’s hub

On neutral ground • Hayley has used warm whites, soft greys and plenty of textured...