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Get involved • Find out what’s going on at House Beautiful online this month – and get in touch
Tangerine and turquoise • Colour-clash combos are everywhere and this orange-and-blue pairing is our favourite
now & next • THE 10 NEW THINGS WE THINK YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
Style • Dreamy inspiration, how-tos and brilliant buys
HOW TO Live with WHITE • With its almost magical ability to enhance feelings of space and light, white brings a wonderful sense of calmness to interiors. But how easy is it to make it work in your home? You’ll find the answer in new book The Art of Living with White by The White Company’s founder Chrissie Rucker. Packed with gorgeous inspiration and clever ideas, it’ll help you create unique, characterful rooms with the palest of shades…
WOW with WHITE
WAYS WITH WALLS • We think an undecorated wall is a missed opportunity, so in a move away from blank spaces, take inspiration from our round-up of stylish ideas – including paint effects, smart panelling, practical shelving and chic room dividers – and turn your supporting players into the stars of the show
17 WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE SEASON • There's nothing quite like the promise of longer days to put a spring in our step, so now’s the perfect time to share the joys of the season with friends and family. These simple ideas will ensure your home is looking its gorgeous best…
Butterfly chair • Each month, the HB team pick a design classic we think you’ll love for ever. This time, our style and interiors editor James Cunningham takes a seat
MOODY BLOOMS • Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking. But this season’s blooms actually are breaking new ground, thanks to their darkly delicious moody update. Be inspired by the catwalk and add some drama indoors courtesy of homeware just blooming with decadent botanics
SAVE 20% at GARDEN TRADING • Embrace the new season with discounts on stylish homeware and accessories
LIVING ROOM MUST-HAVES • It’s the relaxing-slash-socialising hub of the home, so we’ve hand-picked our favourite furniture and storage solutions to make your living room a place you’ll love to lounge in
How to use COLOUR to BOOST your CREATIVITY • This month our columnist Sophie Robinson, champion of all things colourful, shares her tips on how to choose the right hues for focus and inspiration
Homes • Beautiful real-life properties and amazing makeovers you’ll love
WHERE EAST MEETS WEST • Tucked into a historical corner of Lisbon, a chic apartment features a cool colour palette, stunning artworks and Eastern pieces that reflect its owners’ creativity and spirit of adventure
Get the look • Be inspired by Nicolas and Berengere’s home, with bold shapes and a neutral palette
A HOME MADE FOR SHARING • An unloved period property has been transformed into a warm and welcoming family home perfect for putting up visitors, thanks to the vision and hard work of a pair of serial renovators
Get the look • Recreate Hannah and Mathew’s unique style with these quirky buys
a 60s revival with a modern twist • With an airy open-plan layout, a pared-back palette and chic, minimalist decor, this inviting period home resonates...