Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Ideal Home is Britain's best-selling interiors magazine and has been empowering home-owners to make the most of their properties for over 80 years. The magazine covers every aspect of contemporary living, from a wide range of transformed houses, kitchens and bathrooms.

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100 YEARS OF DECEMBER ISSUES • Executive Editor Heather Young and Chief Sub-Editor Sarah Farley pick their Christmas highlights…

Set the scene for... A SIMPLER CHRISTMAS • The festivities might be scaled-down this year, but they can still be special – and sophisticated. Make some memories with a magical tablescape set with beautiful linens, twinkling candlelight and foraged foliage for a fresh and natural look.

The STYLE EDITOR • Michela Colling, Ideal Home’s tastemaker-in-chief, shares her top news from the high street

Sustainable swaps • These investment pieces can be re-used to spark joy beyond the Big Day

GREAT GIFTS that mean much more • Presents that are personalised, thoughtful or bespoke to bring joy beyond the big day

GREAT GIFTS under £20 • Budget-friendly buys that will still surprise and delight

TREND-PROOF SOFAS • You want to love it for a good 10 years, and even have it reupholstered after that, so choose a design classic that will evolve with your room

IDEAL VS GREAT DEAL • Spruce up your hallway for Christmas with rustic storage, welcoming lighting and a few festive finishing touches

Past meets present • The McFarlanes sympathetically updated their Victorian house, avoiding period pastiche and working in contemporary elements without destroying its character

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Make it work for you PHILIPPA’S STYLE: BOUTIQUE RETREAT • Saturated blues and statement wallpaper are teamed with soft touches and distinctive finds to create a chic hideaway

DRESS YOUR HOME WITH FOLIAGE • Decorate your home with greenery from the garden for a simple and budget-friendly way to add a festive feel

BLUSH PINK • This month, our colour consultants give their views on this delicious shade and how to use it for a beautiful home

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY... • Designers and stylists share their views

THE EDIT: PERFECT PINKS

Escape to the country • Inge Versteegh and Michel Berger left town, bought an old farmhouse and set about giving their style a more rustic vibe…

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Make it work for you INGE’S STYLE: INDUSTRIAL SCANDI • Cool greys, black accents and natural wood finishes combine to create a contemporary scheme with a rustic edge

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JEWEL PURPOSE • Play with a palette of sapphire, emerald, ruby and garnet to bring drama and decadence to your décor. Don’t hold back – these are colours to immerse yourself in…

The big reveal • Mette and Tony Mau hit the jackpot after taking a gamble on a badly modernised Copenhagen apartment

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Make it work for you METTE’S STYLE: NORDIC HARMONY • Pairing a calming powdery palette with dramatic black and plum accents creates balance and contrast

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CREATE A WELCOMING ROOM FOR GUESTS • Spare bedrooms can often be an afterthought, especially if they have to multitask as offices or storage spaces. We asked three interiors experts for their ideas and solutions…

MEET THE PROFESSIONALS…

Simply sophisticated • A few tweaks to the layout, muted colours and glam details have transformed Vanessa Clewett and Luke James’ house into a home that feels relaxed and smart in equal measure

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Make it work for you  VANESSA’S STYLE: POLISHED NEUTRALS • Sleek lines, cool curves and luxe metallics bring glamour and sophistication to a classic, muted...