After a stint writing for true life titles, Ellen made her venture into the world of interiors in 2017 on Real Homes magazine. Now deputy editor, she's always taking inspiration from Real Homes' clever tips and tricks for renters, and has a special interest in sustainability in the home.
Ellen Finch
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GIVEAWAY: win a Gazco eStudio electric fire worth up to £1,195
Transform your living space for less with this chance to win a cosy electric fire
By Ellen Finch • Published
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5 invaluable design learnings from a festive Edwardian house renovation
If you're renovating a period property, here are 5 design tips we've picked up from this festive Edwardian renovation
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Christmas bedroom decor – 29 ways to make your room festive
Add holiday hype to your den with some Christmas bedroom decor
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Real home: Light-filled conservatory kitchen transforms this city apartment
Rosie Rockel turned a dark, cramped basement flat into a contemporary home filled with second-hand treasures
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Real home: Beamed kitchen is a real ray of sunshine
Architect George Woodrow’s extended kitchen impresses with bespoke joinery and jaunty yellow accents – and is the perfect sociable space for his young family
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Real home: this bold and bright extended home is a masterclass in colour
Geri and Andrew’s home is packed with pattern, colour and plenty of personality.
By Ellen Finch • Published
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This is how to hack the Ikea Pax wardrobe for a period look
The simply IKEA Pax wardrobe gets an elegant update thanks to one homeowner's budget-savvy skills
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Need new kitchen storage? This upcycled dresser idea is the perfect solution
Got some spare paint or leftover wallpaper? This one's for you
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before & after: A broken-plan layout completes this Edwardian terrace
These happy bunnies have the best of both worlds. Divide and conquer
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: the tiniest landing space becomes a stylish nook
THIS is how you do small-space styling!
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before & after: How one couple changed their home's layout to create a more functional space
Swapping the layout of their flat was a smart solution for these architects
By Alison Jones • Published
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Before and after: this stylish upcycled outdoor kitchen was built for just £40
This dreamy kitchen space is perfect for alfresco entertaining
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: this living room makeover shows that you can make a huge difference on a small budget
A touch of paint and a few new accessories can work wonders in a space
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: A galley kitchen gets a major update for just £6,000
This kitchen makeover is a masterclass in money-saving home renovations
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: This once-dated kitchen is unrecognisable after a £2,500 makeover
You won't believe this is the same kitchen…
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: here's how a splash of yellow can bring a bland bedroom to life
Proof that a colourful change makes a HUGE difference when it comes to bedroom design
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Real Home: Room reshuffle makes space for the bathroom of dreams
By repurposing a former chill-out room into a spacious en suite, Vicki and David now have a relaxing retreat to call their own
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: this DIY mud kitchen is made from fence panels – and cost just £40
Your next weekend project is right here!
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: This stylish outdoor kitchen was built from scratch
You'd never know this was a DIY job!
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: a £100 upcycled unit is the star of the show in this bathroom
This bargain Ebay find has transformed the space
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: move over bathroom tiles! There's a new wall covering in town and this bathroom does it perfectly
It's the perfect space to unwind...
By Amelia Smith • Published
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This renovated Victorian flat is full of space-enhancing tricks
Pippa Jones turned this run-down flat into a grand yet cozy home that looks way bigger than it is
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: A tired old tub is swapped for twin showers – and it's as good as a luxury hotel!
We are getting five-star feels from this double walk-in shower with stunning Crittall-style screens
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Before and after: this beige bathroom has had a terrazzo glow-up – on a serious budget!
A £38 bathroom flooring hack with amazing results
By Ellen Finch • Published
