Interiors
Country Life's Little Black Book
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Credit: Pic by Rachael Smith - Beautiful Homes_2/ISSUES/2014/09 SEPT/CLAYTON/IMAGES hi res The Country Life Top 100 builders, architects, interior decorators and garden designers in Britain
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Credit: Sybil Colefax and John Fowler The best interior designers and decorators in Britain
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The best country house architects in Britain
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Credit: Emma Harris The best builders in Britain
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A Henriette Von Stockhausen room for VSP Interiors using Rosi de Ruig lampshades Credit: Henriette Von Stockhausen Six indispensable lighting tips: What to do and what not to do to get it right
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An ottoman in Serena Williams Ellis's scheme at Lazonby Manor, Cumbria Credit: Andreas von Einsiedel The return of the ottoman, the 'decorator's secret weapon' in the heart of your sitting room
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Credit: Jake Fitzjones How to transform a dark Victorian kitchen into a charming social space with bespoke joinery
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A small bedroom design by Nina Campbell Credit: Paul Raeside A perfectly-formed small bedroom, as designed by Nina Campbell
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Credit: nicholas yarsley/www.nicholasyar Traditionally trendy: The stunning bathroom of a completely refurbished Grade II-listed Georgian rectory
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A collection of Tea Cosies on a Welsh Dresser Credit: Alamy Stock Photo Curious Questions: Has the tea cosy gone forever?
Kitchens
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Rugs, lighting and furniture can be used to zone a large room and make maximum use of its potential for cooking, dining, socialising and relaxing. Kitchen by Tom Howley – www.tomhowley.co.uk Credit: Barry Mellor Photography How to design a truly sociable kitchen: ‘It’s hard to believe that there was a time when a kitchen was simply a room for cooking and washing-up’
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A beautiful townhouse in Deal with a kitchen that mixes modern and Georgian
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Credit: Markham Kitchens The life-enhancing possibilities of an outdoor kitchen
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Credit: Paul Massey Six tips to make the most of a galley kitchen
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Credit: Millie Pilkington/Country Life P The abandoned dairy building that has become a stunning four-bedroom country home
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Credit: Claudia Rocha The ‘magical’ sheep shed that was lovingly turned into the perfect anniversary present: A weekend hideaway
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Credit: PR A wreck with a corrugated roof and rotten walls has become a charming holiday rental property
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Credit: PR The cart shed and dovecote which together became a charming family home
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Credit: Neil White The rundown stable which became a stunning party barn, perfect for New Year's Eve parties
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Credit: Photopia Photography / Edward Bulmer How to decorate your entrance hall: Choosing colours, right lighting and what to do about furniture and pictures
Bathrooms
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The latest news in bathrooms: from designer tiles to Japanese saunas
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Credit: Alamy The best things to add to to your house to increase its value, from party barns to dressing rooms
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11 steps to creating a perfect bathroom for your house
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Royal Copper bath by Chadder & Co. Why we’re renewing our love affair with traditional bathrooms
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Christmas gift ideas for around the house and garden
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Alan Lamb, joinery and woodwork conservator, who runs Swan Farm Studios. (Picture: Mark Williamson/Country Life) Credit: Mark Williamson/Country Life Six of Britain’s finest art and building conservationists on history, technology and the secrets of their trades
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Credit: Sophie Paterson How to use pieces from around the world to create a fine English bedroom
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Country Life Top 10: Luxury dog beds
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Anderson & Sheppard suit Credit: Anderson & Sheppard PR The utterly royal shopping list, from beautiful winter flowers to hand-made suits that defy disposable culture
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Credit: Butson A stunning country kitchen, which draws inspiration from the late Victorian kitchen at Lanhydrock, Cornwall
Living Spaces
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Credit: SImon Brown via Papers and Paints The man they call 'the paint detective' shares his 10 tips for choosing the right colours for your house
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Credit: Hasselblad H3D The benefits of four-poster beds: 'I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t sleep better in one'
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Credit: Designer's room - Nicola Harding and Christopher Howe A library in Bath transformed into a bright and beautiful room to think, play the piano and just enjoy the view
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Shelf life: Home library design ideas
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Credit: Giles Christopher The utterly inessential shopping list: Spooky shoes, the art of the tarte and a royally good sweatshirt
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Credit: Simon Brown The dovecote which became a delightful country home
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Jim Steele, Windsor chair maker ©Richard Cannon/Country Life Picture Library The Windsor chair maker: 'What fascinates me is that a wooden chair can feel so lovely and comfortable. They just wrap themselves around you.'
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Timorous Beasties Linen Damask carpet by Brintons Credit: Brintons The brilliance of Brintons: How the Queen's carpet makers are still going strong after 235 years
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Credit: Cuprinol Shed of the Year Eight marvellous sheds built from boats, trees and taxis for the Shed of the Year competition
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Credit: deVOL kitchen - Millhouse A utility room that demonstrates how style and function can go hand-in-hand
Bedrooms
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The designer’s bedroom: ‘Juxtaposing colours and pattern is great, but you still need to know when to pull back’
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Credit: Bunny Turner's bedroom The designer's bedroom: 'Don’t overthink it – it’s usually much better to trust your first instinct'
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Winged Caldey headboard, from £528 (01291 628 216; www.theheadboardshop.co.uk) How to create the perfect bedroom: 7 things you have to know, by Henriette von Stockhausen
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Beautiful bedding ideas for a luxurious night’s sleep
Interiors
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The dos and don'ts of designing your own ideal utility room
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Credit: Simon Brown The beautifully symmetrical London drawing room of interior designer Douglas Mackie
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Marcus Bracey of www.godsownjunkyard.co.uk. Photographed by Richard Cannon © Country Life Picture Library Credit: Marcus Bracey of www.godsownjunkyard.co.uk. Photographed by Richard Cannon © Country Life Picture Library The neon sign maker: 'Piccadilly Circus was our answer to Vegas – now it's all pixellated screens'
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Credit: Tom Mannion 10 inspiringly beautiful four-poster beds
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Credit: deVol Kitchens The range cooker, where making dinner meets 'the beauty and functionality of a Land Rover Defender'
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Credit: Daniel Gould How to create your own library – book expert Philip Blackwell shares his tips
