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Most popular sofa bed of 2025, according to Ideal Home readers
At Ideal Home, we’re always interested in what you (our readers) choose to give floorspace to in your homes, and 2025 has…
This Victorian terrace is full of Christmas kitsch
Designer and quilter Kate Owen has a talent for breathing new life into old things. Just as she patiently stitches together…
How Queen Camilla decorated the Clarence House Christmas tree
For the past twenty years, Queen Camilla has hosted a festive bash at her Clarence House home for seriously ill children to help…
How to make a Christmas dinner for birds
Feeding the birds that visit your garden is one of life’s small pleasures. Not only is it a relaxing pastime for us, but it also…
This appliance will be more popular than air fryers in 2026
John Lewis has released their annual How we Shop, Live and Look Report, and with it comes a bold prediction for 2026. The…
What to feed birds in winter – 3 high-energy favourites
If you’re looking for the best winter food for birds, the answer is pretty simple: high-energy foods are key, according to…
Are Open Floor Plans Over? Designers Share What’s Next
Key Points There is an increasing demand for closed-concept homes for privacy and defined spaces. Open-concept floor plans remain…
How I fixed my draughty front door in less than 5 minutes
I’m currently renovating my home, which is part 1700s cottage, part 1970s extension. While much of our renovation plan involves…
What to put outside to keep wildlife warm in winter
For December, it’s still fairly mild outside – but with temperatures set to drop over the coming months, I’ve been wondering what…
9 Black Interior Designers You Need to Know This Year
It’s an exciting time to be in the design world. Now more than ever, diverse styles, voices, and experiences are being embraced…
5 Front Entrance Mistakes That Are Always Eyesores
A well-kept front entrance creates a welcoming and tidy first impression. Experts identified the most common eyesores, from the…
Your guests wish you included this Amazon buy in their room
Are you ready for Christmas hosting? Is the guest room prepped and ready for visitors? Are you sure? Because I’ve just spotted…