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DESIGNERS SHARE SAVVY WAYS TO USE BUILT-IN FURNITURE FOR A HOME THAT’S BEAUTIFULLY ORGANISED

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane

This is an age-old problem. The simplest answer is to start with less, so decluttering is always the first step. Sort through your belongings and separate what you use daily from what you only need se

REBECCA AND SIMON HAVE TRANSFORMED A PLAIN NEW BUILD WITH A SELF-BUILT EXTENSION AND IT’S ESPECIALLY MAGICAL AT CHRISTMAS

Remix the heritage look with this cosy new range from Very. It blends modern design, including pared-back furniture, with classic country house elements, such as patterned lampshades. Sally Goodwin, V