A builder’s view

On moving into a dilapidated bungalow in Kent, author and stylist Emily Henson embarked on a journey of DIY discovery. In this new series, she shares all she’s learned while renovating her home

Wondering where to start? Here’s our beginners’ toolkit brimming with brilliant hacks, buys and ideas

OUR TOP TIPS TO HELP YOU TURN YOUR DREAM HOUSE INTO A REALITY

WE ALL KNOW FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT, SO HOW BEST TO PRESENT THE FRONT OF OUR HOMES? WE ASKED A PAINT EXPERT, AN ESTATE AGENT AND A HOME STAGER

NO-NONSENSE SOLUTIONS TO EVERYDAY HASSLES

WHEN DOES PINCHING THE PURSE STRINGS PAY DIVIDENDS IN THE DESIGN WORLD, AND WHEN DO YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO BLOW THE BUDGET? BELLA EVENNETT-WATTS SEEKS ANSWERS FROM THOSE IN THE KNOW