The English Home

The English Home brings you seasonal British design and lifestyle throughout the year. Every issue includes quintessentially British kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and living rooms, with useful advice from leading interior designers and architects on how to achieve classic, elegant style.

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The English Home

KITCHENS • What makes this most-used room feel like the heart of the home? We asked creatives, designers and tastemakers on how to create a cohesive and convivial cooking space

COUNTRY CLASSICS • Create the ultimate country kitchen with design elements that deliver on practicality and purpose, and are full of charm

Material MATTERS • Expert advice on creating a kitchen with beautiful, enduring finishes

PRETTY & PRACTICAL • Make the kitchen a room to linger in, with stylish furniture and characterful finishing touches

BATHROOMS • From planning the layout to choosing fixtures and finishing touches, our team of experts offer practical advice and inspiring ideas on how to transform this functional space into a luxurious sanctuary

BATHROOM BLISS • Eight essential ingredients to create the perfect family bathroom

Enduring BEAUTY • Discover the versatility of stone, porcelain and ceramic wall and floor coverings, with expert advice on choosing materials and finishes for the bathroom and beyond

BATHE IN TRANQUILLITY • Choose a serene palette and elegant details to create a sophisticated, soothing bathroom retreat

SITTING ROOMS • From extravagant and eclectic to contemporary and contemplative, the living spaces of our design experts are an imaginative and inspiring blend of antique, vintage and modern pieces

HIGHLY SPRUNG • From frames and fillings to fabrics and finishes, our expert guide covers everything you need to know about choosing new upholstered furniture or giving a much-loved piece a new lease of life

ROOM TO RELAX • Whether structured or slouchy, these sofas anchor a room with their inviting shape and elegant style

SITTING PRETTY • Elegant frames and tactile fabrics combine in armchairs that balance comfort and style

BEDROOMS • Whether it is a space for guests, children or a principal suite, bedrooms should feel warm, welcoming and quietly luxurious. Here, experts share the thoughtful styling touches that create a calming retreat Mary Graham, co-founder, Salvesen Graham

SWEET DREAMS • A focus on eight key ingredients for creating the perfect principal bedroom

CLASSIC & CALM • Create a beautifully restful bedroom, balancing smart style with sumptuous comfort

DRESS TO IMPRESS • Create a dreamy space layered with characterful furniture, pretty details and a touch of glamour

HALLWAYS • These busy thoroughfares are often overlooked, but they can be a key element in a home’s overall design. We asked leading interior designers for their tips on creating the perfect entrance

MAKE AN ENTRANCE • Create a stylish first impression with with stylish pieces and practical storage

DINING SPACES • Whether it is a separate room or part of an open-plan area, the dining room is where stories are shared and special occasions are celebrated. Our interior design experts offer advice on how to style this sociable space

SET THE MOOD • Set the scene for entertaining with atmospheric lighting, characterful furniture and beautiful tableware

HOME OFFICES • Our interior design experts share their decorating ideas for creating a chic and inspiring workspace, whether it is a dedicated room or simply an available alcove

A STUDY IN STYLE • Bring function and finesse to the home office with practical pieces elevated by refined details

ANCILLARY ROOMS • Often tucked away, these hard-working...