Design Ideas

Design ideas for smart downstairs loos, with expert tips from Retrouvius on how to bring personality to any space.

No window? No problem! We've got plenty of ideas from our archive to help you brighten up even the darkest of bathrooms

We've dug in to the archives to find some extremely stylish staircase ideas, whether you prefer an ultra-modern look or something that would be at home in a higgledy-piggledy cottage.

Newbuilds present a particular set of challenges: how do you create a sense of lived-in comfort when the space is inherently box-fresh? These newbuild houses from the pages of House & Garden show just how to bring character and joy to a newbuild

Yellow is certainly among the most uplifting of colours. Whether you go for a citrus shade, an elegant mustard or a soft, creamy butter tone, there is a shade of yellow that will spark at least a little joy

Are you in need of help decorating your small living room? Look no further than these excellent examples, from seating ideas to clever fireplace solutions

Prepare to be schooled by the best interior designers in the game

Buying things that are too small for a room is one of the most common decorating mistakes out there – we talked to the professionals to figure out what we're all doing wrong

Bookcase ideas to fit any budget or space – from freestanding & modular, to custom-made & DIY

Spring is here, which means it's time to open the windows, let the sunshine in, and think about decorating schemes to maximise light and colour

Mirrors provide more than just a decorative touch; used in the right way, they can maximise space and light in a room

A home bar is an object of desire for anyone who likes a cocktail, providing dedicated space for bottles, glassware and other paraphernalia. Here's how to do it right.

There’s no denying that purple can be tricky, but designers are increasingly showing how the right shade can transform a space in all the right ways. Here are some of our favourite ways to use purple

These spaces can be tricky, but when approached in the right way, they can transform your home. Our favourite examples show that the sky really is the limit when it comes to loft conversions

Hanging pictures, much like painting them, is a balancing act of spacing, colour and proportion. Follow these guiding principles for the most pleasing display

Kitchens naturally invite clutter, but for those of us who prefer a more restrained, pared-back feel, good design can go a long way

What these small kitchens lack in space, they make up for in style