House Design
Your window on the world of House Design, from finding the right plot and pinning down your architectural style, to the ins and outs of planning and building, and the structural features such as windows, doors and staircases
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Which type of heating is the cheapest to run? Discover the costs
Want to know which type of heating is cheapest to run? This is the lowdown
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's $14 million home is a 'humble cottage' compared to their neighbors, royal biographer claims
Journalist Tina Brown shared that the couple 'didn't have enough money' compared to their Montecito neighbors
By Megan Slack Published
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Inside Sandra Bullock’s San Diego farm – a celebration of rustic-modern style
The 91-acre compound is a celebration of rustic European design – surrounded by olive trees and an avocado farm
By Megan Slack Published
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Contemporary luxury meets West Coast informality in this historic Craftsman cottage
Interior designer Jonathan Rachman creates relaxed yet elegant interiors in this sophisticated family home filled with art
By Kerryn Harper-Cuss Published
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The Prince and Princess of Wales have just inherited this charming 'secret' farmhouse
King Charles had purchased the ancient cottage in Carmarthenshire – a county known as the ‘Garden of Wales’
By Megan Slack Last updated
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Lil Wayne’s Miami home is a celebration of modern architecture – listed for $29.5 million
The chic property features 110 feet of water frontage and overlooks the palm-lined Miami shore
By Megan Slack Published
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Tour the Yankee Candle Founder's estate – it's better than Disneyland
The estate has been described as 'like having Disneyland in the backyard' and has been listed for $23 million
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This charming country cottage is full of pretty ideas for stylish vintage looks
Mixing floral fabrics with toile print wallpapers and antique treasures gives this cottage an eclectic but very pretty charm
By Karen Darlow Published
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Interior designer Sheila Bridges' modern country home is a mesmerizing mix of color and pattern
The self-styled Harlem Toile Girl has redefined what a country home can be with a curator’s eye and her compelling use of paintings and prints
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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This 11,000sq foot contemporary home will make you rethink log cabin living
Awesome in size, yet as homey and inviting as any log cabin, this Wisconsin vacation home has to be explored
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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A blissful country retreat combines inherent charm and exquisite fabrics
This idyllic bastide house in Provence is home to interior designer Patrick Frey – he’s made it his mission to keep its rich heritage alive
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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5 ways your house is making you ill – and what you can do about it
From dust to how much daylight enters your home, we discover the surprising factors that can affect your health
By Andrea Childs Published
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8 lessons we learnt about luxury from this $12m contemporary farmhouse home
Architectural designer Jae Omar shares 8 luxury design details that will bring a touch of high-end LA style to any home
By Karen Darlow Published
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The colors people paint their front doors for good luck – spiritual experts explain why
Front door colors are important in terms of curb appeal – but your chosen hue may have an even deeper significance
By Megan Slack Published
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Johnny Cash's 'quiet home' sells to a fan for above the asking price – we take a tour
Built by Cash in 1961, the quiet home sold to a fan for way above the asking price – we take a tour of the property before it sold
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This period Chicago pied-à-terre exudes irresistible glamor with its luxurious interior
Jessica Lagrange has created a sanctuary in the city that's awash with glamor and opulence and mirrors the owners' artistic flair
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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St James's Palace – Princess Anne's official London residence
The most senior 'royal palace in the United Kingdom' plays host to Anne, Princess Royal when she is visiting the capital
By Megan Slack Published
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4 expert lighting schemes to make guests feel welcome in the rooms they'll use most
A lighting expert says that these clever schemes will make the key rooms we host in during fall feel really inviting
By Lucy Searle Published
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Kim Kardashian buys Cindy Crawford's former Malibu mansion for $70.4m – take the tour
The reality star has bought the former model's home, and it's the most expensive home sale in Malibu this year
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Explore this magnificent apartment inside New York’s Hotel Pierre – designed by the King's cousin, David Linley
The plush apartment boasts views across Central Park and the legendary skyline...
By Ruth Doherty Last updated
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The Spanish home of Nani Marquina exudes a modern rustic style, perfect for a relaxed vacation
Finding this Costa Brava getaway was a dream come true for designer Nani Marquina and the peace it gives her has exceeded all expectations
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Inside Mariah Carey's Atlanta mansion – a celebration of classic Southern architecture
The Stephen Fuller-designed home in the Georgian capital is on the market for $6.5 million
By Megan Slack Published
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Basement ideas – 20 valuable ways to convert your space
These basement ideas will allow you to maximize your space so that it's not only really useful and lovely to be in, but gives you a return on your investment too
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Daring design, color and pattern ensure this Turin apartment is one of a kind
Designer Carlotta Oddone’s fascination with cloth and color is evident in the exquisite use of rich hues and furnishings in her Turin home
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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St George’s Chapel at Windsor – to be the final resting place of Queen Elizabeth II
The funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II will turn the world's eyes to St Geroge's Chapel, Windsor, a place that embodies great tradition and national importance in the UK
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Gatcombe Park – where Princess Anne lives with her her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence
Anne, The Princess Royal has called the rural Gatcombe Park her home since the 1970s
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Windsor Castle – the historic home where the Prince and Princess of Wales will reside
Windsor Castle continues to be one of the jewels in Britain’s royal heritage
By Jennifer Ebert Last updated
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Balmoral Castle – the beloved Scottish home where the Queen spent her final days
The product of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's enthusiasm for the Highlands, Balmoral Castle remained a much-loved home of the late Her Majesty The Queen
By Jennifer Ebert Last updated
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Clarence House – where the King and Queen Consort will continue to live while renovations on Buckingham Palace are carried out
Since 2003, King Charles III has occupied Clarence House as his official London residence. H&G looks at the building’s remarkable history
By Jennifer Ebert Last updated