Articles by Lara Sargent

Lara loves writing about every aspect of the home – from the latest colour trends to emerging designs. She has a lot of experience writing about home trends and interior advice for leading titles such as The Telegraph, Metro, and Homes & Gardens.

Kitchen cabinet design ideas: 16 styles and storage solutions

Kitchen cabinet design ideas: 16 styles and storage solutions

Don’t know where to start with a new kitchen? Our kitchen cabinet design ideas will help you pick th...

L shaped kitchen diner ideas: 16 designs for every size of kitchen

L shaped kitchen diner ideas: 16 designs for every size of kitchen

Browse 16 L shaped kitchen diner ideas, from islands and peninsulas to booths and small-kitchen dini...

Find septic tank repair companies near me

Find septic tank repair companies near me

Does your septic tank need fixing? Look for septic tank repair companies near you and keep your drai...

Car key replacement near me

Car key replacement near me

Search Checkatrade for car key replacement near you and compare a selection of quotes from checked a...

Kitchen island ideas: 27 ways to add storage, style, and seating

Kitchen island ideas: 27 ways to add storage, style, and seating

Kitchen islands offer a whole host of additional benefits to the heart of your home. It’s often thou...

Wood kitchen cabinets: 11 wood tone ideas for your cook space

Wood kitchen cabinets: 11 wood tone ideas for your cook space

Are you on the hunt for a brand new kitchen? Or perhaps you’re looking to remodel an existing design...

Kitchen wall ideas: 32 ways to decorate and make the most of your walls

Kitchen wall ideas: 32 ways to decorate and make the most of your walls

Kitchen wall ideas are vast and varied. You may be surprised at the scope of options available. Alth...

Kitchen door wrapping: pros, cons and how to plan for a long-lasting finish

Kitchen door wrapping: pros, cons and how to plan for a long-lasting finish

Thinking of wrapped kitchen doors? See the pros and cons of kitchen door wrapping, which surfaces wo...

How to find and hire a good kitchen designer

How to find and hire a good kitchen designer

Not sure you need a kitchen designer? See what they do, how they differ from fitters, how to find on...

15 camper van conversion ideas for [year]: Layout tips & safety

15 camper van conversion ideas for 2026: Layout tips & safety

From swivel seats to a pop up TV, our van to camper conversion ideas will create a fabulous home on...

Architrave installer near me

Architrave installer near me

Need an architrave or skirting board installer near you? Compare vetted local carpenters and joiners...

How can I improve my loft space?

How can I improve my loft space?

All too often, lofts are an abandoned and unused space in our homes. With this guide, learn how to i...