Showers come to life with creative tiling, giving you a bathroom that stands out from the crowd

THE LATEST DESIGNS TO WASH YOUR SPACE IN STYLE

Pop singer and actress Rachel Stevens reinvented a run-down bathroom to create a grounded yet glamorous sanctuary

‘A bathroom should feel like a sanctuary, so begin by understanding its purpose: is it a private retreat, a family hub or a welcoming guest space?’ advises Lizzi Catchpole, head of design at Catchpole

Of all the rooms in the house, the kitchen must surely be the hardest working. Prepping, cooking, eating and socialising make for plenty of use, so surfaces need to be able to withstand wear and tear,

Olivia Botrie has brought modern comforts and family-friendly functionality to her early 20th-century home – all while respecting its original character