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Kids room ideas: how to design a beautiful kids bedroom that grows with your child

Designing a kid’s bedroom is one of the most joyful milestones in a new home. It’s where imagination flourishes, bedtime stories come to life, and everyday routines feel a little more magical.

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Christmas colours 2025: elegant festive shades you’ll love living with

Christmas decorating has changed. Gone are the days of packing everything away on 27 December, only to return to bare rooms and winter greys. As we look towards Christmas colours 2025, the focus is firmly on palettes that feel festive and liveable. 

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The best Autumn/Winter interior design trends in 2025

As the colder months approach, interior trends take on a new focus. Creating spaces that feel warm, wholesome and practical is the objective. Autumn and Winter 2025 brings a fresh wave of trends that blend style, sustainability and functionality. These interiors are all about thoughtful design choices that elevate everyday living.

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Are you the Project Manager or the Creative Director in your home?

Every couple has its strengths. One of you thrives on planning, scheduling and making sure everything gets ticked off the list. The other? They have a vision — a mood board full of ideas, a knack for colour palettes and an uncanny ability to spot the perfect throw cushion from across the room.

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Making friends in a new city: embrace your community with these tips

Moving to a new city or a new community can be a brilliant change, but how easy is it to make new connections? Read our tips on how to make the most of where you live. 

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The benefits of three-storey living

Discover why a three-storey home could be the perfect sanctuary for your family, from light-filled rooms to flexible, practical spaces that grow with you.

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The benefits of buying off-plan

Have you ever heard about buying off-plan, but weren't sure of its meaning? Here, we explain what buying an off-plan property really means, and why it's so beneficial. 

From mood board to move-in: New home design tips

Untouched and fresh, the beauty of a new build is in its blank-canvas appeal. Read our favourite tips on planning your perfect interior look.

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Cosy rules: teenage girl bedroom ideas (that we love)

Emma came to Charles Church for a work-experience adventure – and left us all inspired with her take on the perfect bedroom.

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Our guide on how to downsize and find your happy place

Downsizing can feel daunting, yet it can also mark an exciting new chapter in your life. Here are our top tips on making it your best move yet.

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Five top man cave ideas for that perfect space to relax

Discover our five favourite man cave ideas this Father's Day, and elevate your home with a relaxing retreat that’s all your own.

Join the great escape to the UK’s top commuter towns

Ready to leave the mean city streets and discover some of the best commuter towns and villages in the UK?

6 things to look forward to about owning a home

Buying your first home is a life-changing experience, but among the big changes are many little moments to enjoy. 

Stylish kitchen decor ideas to love in every season

Some things never change – and your kitchen is still the heart of the home. Here are our top tips for cosy and chic cooking spaces.

21 of the best home office essentials to boost your productivity

Discover the quiet confidence of the right key pieces and inspiring home office decor, then watch those pesky distractions disappear.

Six simple steps to sell your home in 2025

Selling your home can seem overwhelming. Yet with the right approach, it can be an exciting part of your new home journey.

12 Christmas tablescape ideas guests will love

A beautifully styled Christmas tablescape doesn’t just look incredible – it sets the stage for memorable moments.

Our guide to making your own stunning Christmas wreath

Create a beautiful entrance to your home that you and your loved ones will enjoy throughout the festive season.

How to choose the right scheme when buying your new build

Searching for your next move? Here’s our guide to the best schemes to suit you.

Bring the outside in: creating a landscape-inspired home

Decorating a new build home is a big opportunity to express your style. But where do you start?

Why premium new build homes make energy efficiency easy

If you’ve been asking Google how to make your home more energy efficient, you’re not alone.

Nine autumn-inspired dark and moody interior design ideas

Timeless and cosy, dark colour schemes add a warm elegance that you'll love to come home to.

How a home that's functional and beautiful improves your mental wellbeing

Inspired by the past and present, read on for our handy tips to mood-boost your everyday space.

How a new build home can save you money

From smaller deposits to significant savings on energy bills, there are several reasons why opting for a new build is a cost-efficient choice. 

Our top three spacing-saving at home gym ideas

Tailor made to you, could a home gym be your favourite new home addition?

Five reasons why families are choosing new build homes

Instead of the disappointment of compromising on your dream home, what if you could tick every box – for you, and your loved ones?

Utility room design ideas 

From colours to lighting, there are so many ways to turn your utility room from simply a practical feature into a beautiful space. 

Make back-to-school easy with a bedroom makeover

Whether you're buying a new build or want a refresh, with the new school year it's the perfect time to create your child's dream bedroom. 

How to use wallpaper to bring your home to life

Wallpaper trends are everywhere in 2024, as we become bolder with our interior decor choices. Here's a guide to using wallpaper to add personality to your new home. 

20 ideas for creating a stunning garden room

Add flexible living space to your garden, with the addition of a summer house or cabin. Light-filled and close to nature, these are fantastic versatile spaces. 

Why new build homes are more environmentally-friendly

When you choose an energy-efficient new build over an older property, you're opting for a home that's designed with sustainability in mind. 

12 wall art ideas for every room

More than any other home addition, wall art and decor adds that defining final touch. Read our favourite tips to instantly elevate your space. 

Gardening in January: jobs you can do in your garden this month

From what to grow to caring for wildlife, we've put together some handy ideas for things to do in your garden while the weather is still cold.

How to use Pantone's Colour of the Year 2024 in your home

Peach Fuzz has been announced as the new Colour of the Year for 2024. Here's some inspiration for how you can include the warm and cosy shade in your new home. 

How to Prepare Your Home for Winter

By taking steps to winterproof your home you can keep your space cosy, and save on energy costs. Read on for our 6 top tips. 

Bathroom storage ideas

Want to give your bathroom a glow-up? Maximise the space in your bathroom with these handy storage ideas, that will keep your space tidy and spa-like. 

A Guide to Green Mortgages

What are green mortgages, and how can they help you get money back when you buy an energy-efficient new home? Threshold Mortgages explain everything.

How to Apply for a Mortgage

Applying for a mortgage on a new home can seem like a daunting task. Take a look at our handy tips for applying for a mortgage and everything you'll need along the way.

A Guide to Porting a Mortgage

Want to move but tied into a fixed rate? Matt Halder of Threshold Mortgages explains how to port your current mortgage to a new home, and when it might be in your best interests to do so.

6 Ways to Update Your Home Office

If you work or study from home, you probably spend most of your day in your home office. If you're looking to give your work from home space a refresh, read on for our handy home office decor tips.

Top 10 Rustic Decor Ideas

This year has seen a rise in the combination of rustic style with modern interior design. Here are our top tips for introducing modern rustic decor ideas into your home.

New Home, Fresh Start

Ever fancied a complete change of lifestyle in a new place? We spoke to some buyers who made a move across the country to start a new life in their Charles Church home.