idealhome.co.ukadded August 2026
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Sophie King6d ago
Love Your Garden's Frances Tophill just shared a controversial gardening opinion, and it isn’t about plants – it’s about shed and fence colours.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Amy Lockwood6d ago
Yes, I know, it's summer, and depending on where you live in the UK, you may be recovering from yet another heatwave.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds7d ago
If you’ve been looking for a way to reuse an old plastic plant pot, I’ve just found the best TikTok hack that not only makes use of old plastic but will turn your cut flowers into a florist-worthy...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Sara Hesikova7d ago
Art shouldn’t be reserved for galleries and the homes of the rich and famous. And that’s exactly why IKEA’s releasing a limited edition collection of art objects with prices starting from just £19...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Annie Collyer7d ago
There's nothing that screams autumn more than a warm, spicy candle. And whether you already have a collection that's getting dusty somewhere (it adds to the spookiness!), or you've been online...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Maddie Balcombe7d ago
Everyone knows Aldi’s middle aisles are often filled with hidden homeware gems, but this weekend the brand is tapping into one of this summer’s biggest wellness trends with the launch of a premium...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds8d ago
If one trend has defined gardens in 2026, it is undoubtedly DIY water features. And if anyone has mastered the trend, it’s Martin and Shirlie Kemp’s, whose effortless steel water feature is perfect...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Molly Cleary8d ago
It turns out that Nigella Lawson's enthusiasm for cooking never takes a backseat – even during her summer holidays.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds9d ago
During a heatwave, your garden is under a lot of strain to stay alive, and if weeds are currently thriving in yours, taking resources from your plants, it can be tempting to start weeding.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Sara Hesikova9d ago
It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of modular sofas. So when a new design launches, I pay attention – especially when it’s from one of the best sofa brands that also makes excellent modular sofas.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds9d ago
Given that yet another heatwave is set to strike the UK this week, and the fact that I’m heading off on holiday, I’ve been struggling to come up with ways to water my houseplants when I’m gone.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds10d ago
This summer, I’ve been testing out Febreze’s new Bin Fresheners (£5.99, Amazon), and I’m not lying when I say my bin actually smells good?!
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Amy Lockwood10d ago
If you're in the market for a sofa bed, I think Habitat is *the* place to shop right now. Especially if you want a budget-friendly design that's perfect for smaller homes.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Sara Hesikova10d ago
Even though it’s still the middle of the summer and temperatures are regularly climbing above 30°C, Habitat just dropped its autumn collection.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds10d ago
Customers of Octopus Energy will be rewarded with free electricity if they cut down their energy usage during the upcoming solar eclipse.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds11d ago
As a homes journalist, I spend more time than I'd like to admit snooping around Instagram to see what stylish people and celebrities are putting in their homes.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds11d ago
Sorry IKEA, broadcaster Clara Amfo has just put me onto Habitat’s Sami Stacking Stool (£31), and it’s a brilliant alternative to the classic KYRRE stool if you want to add a bold pop of colour to...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds12d ago
Celebrity chef Clodagh McKenna recently unveiled her new kitchen renovation, and there is one small detail that makes the space ooze rural charm - she’s used bunches of dried lavender to decorate...
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds12d ago
If you were under the assumption that bean bags are just for children, you’d be wrong. And if you don’t believe me, let Habitat’s new Estelle Quilted Bean Bag (£120) convince you.
Latest from Ideal Home in Newsby Kezia Reynolds13d ago
Holly Willoughby’s chilli con carne recipe reel has baffled fans on Instagram, with some asking ‘what’s that thing on the wall?’ in the background of her video in her kitchen.
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