Real Homes March 2011

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Real regulars

Editor’s letter... Welcome to your March issue

New this month... The latest homeware styles and interiors events

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Don’t miss next month’s issue - A sneak preview of what’s in your Real Homes for April

March stockists - Where to find this issue’s great buys 130 Real Homes online What’s new on the Real Homes website this month

Real competitions

Fabulous prizes to be won! - WIN! A Sebo Felix vacuum cleaner, worth £230, and get 20 per cent off at Sarah Raven’s Kitchen & Garden

Shops we love: House of Fraser - WIN Everything on the page from the latest collections at House of Fraser

Real homes

‘We transformed a period barn into a contemporary family home’ - Tracie and Bryan Hall converted a derelict barn in Perthshire into a vibrant, light-filled space

‘Our first home was originally my father’s garage’ - By transforming an unused garage, which was formerly an old coach house, David and Becky Innes have created the perfect modern home

‘We’ve maximised our living space with an open-plan extension’ - In just two months, Pamela and Stephen Wilson completed a stylish renovation project

Homeowner’s style - Recreate the great looks in each of this month’s homes with similar ideas, furniture and accessories

Real decorating

Decorating with the latest neutral colours - Create a stunning new scheme using this season’s dove grey, chestnut and other stylish shades

New looks for blinds - Choose the right style, fabric and design for the perfect window update

Real shopping

Orange - Make a statement in your home with this bold new trendy colour

Latest rugs - 10 new designs to bring instant style to your rooms

Real rooms

‘Our stylish new space really works for us now’ - By moving an awkward staircase, Alison and Steve Evans created a modern yet practical kitchen

‘I used bold colour and light to create my ideal kitchen’ - Ian Johnstone used accents of colour to make his space the stylish focal point in his new extension

Kitchen news - Update the heart of your home with the latest units, appliances, taps and tiles

‘A weekend at a spa hotel inspired me to redesign my bathroom’ - Natalie Stocker converted an unused spare room into the perfect contemporary space

‘I’ve put the period character back into my bathroom’ - Jane Thornton transformed her en suite with classic-style fittings to complement its oak beams

Design details - Inspiring ideas from this month’s real rooms for your project

Bathroom news - Design updates, plus the latest looks for your space

Real gardens

‘We’ve transformed an uninspiring garden into a dream outdoor space’ - Margaret and Claudio Marinelli created a lush private sanctuary to entertain friends and family

Design details - Inspiration for your garden project

Garden design ideas - What are the best – and easiest – vegetables to grow in a plot? Plus how to prepare beds and borders

All you need to grow your own - With spring fast approaching, advice and ideas to help you get started on your vegetable plot

10 ways to save money on your garden project - Our panel of experts advises on how you can still achieve a great look on a tight budget

Real expert advice

Lighting solutions for every room - How to plan the perfect scheme, plus new ideas for lighting

Expert guide to buying new windows - Advice on choosing the right design at the right price for your property

Julia’s postbag - Regular columnist Julia Kendell solves your interior design dilemmas

10 steps to finding the right loan - The best way to finance your home renovation project

Trade secrets revealed! - What to do if the water supply fails and how to hire a reliable builder

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