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BUYING A RUN-DOWN BUNGALOW ON A LARGE PLOT ENABLED KATE AND ROSS TO BUILD THEIR DREAM HOME IN THE GARDEN AND EDGE CLOSER TO BEING MORTGAGE FREE

Guests coming over this Christmas? Here’s how to make the most of the space you have with our expert advice and clever tips

ALEX AND CHELSEA BUILT THEIR OWN HOME TO REFLECT THEIR PARED-BACK STYLE – AND FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON THEY ELEVATE IT WITH FORAGED TWIGS, FIR CONES AND CANDLELIGHT

Completely serene yet also full of character, this sleep space is the ideal retreat during the busy holidays and the rest of the year

Let colour lead the way. Mix bold florals, painted ceramics and multicoloured stripes on tableware and linens, then add extra wow with a centrepiece of paper stars. Star lanterns, £17.95 each, Paper S