Love summer 259 253 166 'WE'VE EVOKED THE VICTORIANS' Sarah and Richard created a modern bathroom without sacrificing period style 174 CLAD IN THE FINEST Wall and floor panels can be an impressive-looking alternative to tiles 179 BATHE IN GLORY Stand out with a tub that is sure to catch the eye 182 'PRACTICALITY WENT OUT THE WINDOW' It was Emily and Euan's dream home - but there was still much to be done 190 CREATE A FEAST FOR THE EYES A splash of colour here, some new storage there - make the heart of your home a design haven 195 STEAM AHEAD Is your kettle a talking point? Choose from the latest styles and colours 200 SEEPING THROUGH THE WALLS How to spot when the damp is creeping in 012 | MAY 2017 204 LOOK SMART Is your house 'connected'? Maybe it's time to go hi-tech 210 CAUSE FOR ALARM Simple steps to secure your property against burglars RENOVATIONS 216 GOING LIVE: HOW SAFE IS YOUR WIRING? Despite the expense, re-wiring should be top of the list when it comes to renovations 220 'LOFTY AMBITION WAS WORTH IT' Jo and Jem found converting their loft into a bedroom much more difficult than they'd expected... 228 COME ON IN With summer approaching, now's the time to let in the light - through glass doors 232 SCORES ON DOORS First impressions count, so make your entrance grand 236 'NOW THERE'S SPACE TO BE TOGETHER' How an extension turned a small house into a home 53