Daisy Bendall is the Houses Editor at Country Living and House Beautiful, where she spends her days sourcing some of the most inspiring homes across the country. Prior to specialising in real homes, Daisy worked for Good Housekeeping, Red, Elle Decoration and Prima, styling shoots, covering the latest decorating trends and hunting down the best buys for your home.
These are the boring-but-brilliant M&S sale buys worth snapping up
This burgundy tableware set from George Home at Asda taps into autumn’s richest colour trend – but it looks just as good styled with fresh summer shades
Give your garden a warm, stylish glow with these elegant festoon lights from Dusk
From wall-to-wall grey to matching furniture sets, these once-popular bedroom trends may be ageing your space
A city balcony may feel like a dream, but in hot weather it can quickly turn into a heat trap. Here’s how to keep it cooler and more comfortable
Experts explain how sage green and other cooling paint colours can make your home feel fresher and more comfortable in warm weather
Love thy neighbour? Easier said than done. Here’s how to minimise unwanted noise and reclaim your peace and quiet
These serving staples are a must for any host
Bold colour, quirky details and inside-outside living are at the heart of this renovated Arts and Crafts home
These vintage finds are the easiest way to add character to a modern home
Short on time or space? These speedy crops are perfect for quick wins in any garden or container
Soft neutrals and layered materials give this coastal retreat its depth, but it was the house’s location that made the overhaul impossible to resist
We found the cosiest spots in our digital archive
Video: Bursting with personality, this south-east London home is living proof that style doesn’t need a big budget
Discover how furniture designer Soroush Pourhashemi makes a compact home feel spacious and serene
Packed with colour, creativity and character, Lauren’s home proves family living can be as stylish as it is practical
Armed with a paintbrush and a love of treasure hunting, Sheree Millington transformed her home with an eclectic, beachy feel – without the usual seaside references – and all on a tight budget
It took meticulous planning, creative flair and plenty of patience, but the result is a vibrant, characterful home that’s a joy from top to bottom
The content creator conjured a dual-purpose space on a tight budget
A spontaneous seaside purchase paid off for photographer Abi Campbell
A wraparound kitchen extension and garden redesign have transformed this dilapidated home
Hankering for heat? Daisy's Med mood has you covered
A new side extension and warm, inviting colours have created a truly multitasking space
A calming palette and thoughtful details has turned this farmhouse space into a luxurious haven
Inside a considered renovation of a historic home
Huma's intuitive approach to decorating is a lesson in how to thoughtfully curate colour to shape mood and atmosphere throughout the home
We love Alexandra's carefree and creative approach to decorating
'The kitchen was the biggest expense... but it was a worthwhile investment'
Daisy Bendall talks about her favourite time of year and how to make a single bouquet go a long way
The Grade II-listed home is layered with family history and thoughtful design choices.
A dreamy rolltop bath, brass fittings and emerald green tiles add the wow factor.
Each colour tells a personal story from her life, family and travels.
