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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Gift ideas for women that you can grab for a steal this Amazon Prime Day
Whether it's for a birthday or Christmas, we've picked our favourite Amazon Prime Day deals that are great gift ideas for women
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6 home office lighting ideas to make your working day brighter
Whether you're WFH permanently or not, these home office lighting ideas are perfect for every space and set-up
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Real home: this Mid-century home is a riot of colour inside
From bright blue to sunny yellow, Nikki and Luke left no shade untouched when they transformed their 1960s home
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5 creative tuff tray ideas to keep kids busy this weekend
Looking for tuff tray ideas? Get the creative juices flowing with these fab finds, from board games to sensory spreads
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10 killer kitchen rugs to jazz up your kitchen – snap up these deals now
Add color and character with these kitchen rugs from our favourite brands – including Amazon, Wayfair and Target
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Real home: artist's garden studio has log cabin charm
Ann Kronheimer’s garden studio is the perfect artistic hideaway for the illustrator
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Real home: striking glazing transforms this Edwardian house's kitchen-diner
Andrew and Katie White’s conservatory-style kitchen extension is a bright, sympathetic addition to their period home
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Real home: this mid-century terrace was transformed with a bold touch
After years in military married quarters, Melanie Boyden couldn’t wait to inject pattern and colour into her first renovation project
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5 ideas for black and white decor – get a chic Scandi look that's always on trend
Our pick of the best black and white decor schemes means you can embrace the coolest of contrasts
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Real home: this kitchen extension is perfect for pets
Replacing a badly-built extension gave Ellie and Nick the chance to create a bespoke space for their family and floppy-eared friends
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Real home: this extended end-of-terrace is a real work of art
Architect John and artist Anna combined skills to create a family home full of colour and practical design details
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Real home: a time-warp bathroom gets an elegant monochrome makeover
Ali and Neil Gunn's dated bathroom was stuck in the 1970s. They've transformed it into a timeless and stylish space
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Real home: this kitchen extension is packed with colour
Hilary Satchwell and Richard Robinson used an awkward side return to create a bright, multifunctional kitchen-diner
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5 BBQ grill deals to snag before Memorial Day: get more than 47% off a Landmann
Memorial Day weekend is coming up. Get prepared with one of these grill deals: we're talking big savings on Landmann and Char-Broil
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Real home: this extended home is a maximalist dream
Julia Eldon has mixed masses of pattern, colour and texture to stunning effect in her extended Cheshire home
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Real home: this Victorian home makeover has style and substance
Georgia and Matt’s extended period home shows that design flair and practicality can go hand in hand
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These outdoor hammocks are the perfect way to bring vacation to your yard
With sunnier days ahead, our pick of the best outdoor hammocks will get you into the swing (sorry) of things
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Real home: this en suite shower room is packed with style
Leo and Tamsin’s loft en suite is proof that clever design tricks and a pinch of imagination can transform a small bathroom
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The best online cooking classes to take during quarantine
Become a master chef from the comfort of your kitchen with these online cooking classes
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Thinking of joining a wine club? These 3 are currently offering discounts for new customers
Because we all could use a wine club right about now.
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Real home: this bathroom sanctuary is a grown-up space to relax in
Nikki Edwards sacrificed a bedroom to create the calm, spa-like bathroom of her dreams
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The best Easter activities for kids (for that well-earned homeschooling break)
Need to entertain the kids over Easter? These fun craft activities are the perfect solution
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Bathroom gadgets: 9 clever ways to use tech in your bathroom
Upgrade your morning routine with bathroom gadgets and kit out your space with the latest smart technology
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Real home: bungalow transformation is a family affair
With DIY know-how and an eye for eBay bargains, Debbie Goodwin set about lovingly renovating the bungalow her dad built
