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8 items we love from the Kelly Hoppen QVC collection

Posted: 11 Apr 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Yes, Kelly Hoppen has released a totally lovely homeware collection at QVC. And, this Kelly Hoppen QVC collection is filled with everything from space-savvy furniture to cosy bedding and accessories that are to die for. Not just that, but this collection – K by Kelly Hoppen – is all neutral in colour to make it on-trend, and it’s high in quality to last for years to come. Itching to know what’s on offer? We’ve been doing a little shopping ourselves at QVC, in Kelly Hoppen’s collection, and we’ve handpicked a few buys and popped them below for you to browse.

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Click to shop the entire QVC Kelly Hoppen collection for yourself. Keep scrolling for our 8 top picks.

Kelly Hoppen’s QVC collection – our 8 favourite buys

1. K by Kelly Hoppen Rectangular Ottoman with Storage

K by Kelly Hoppen Rectangular Ottoman with Storage

Image credit: QVC

This ottoman storage is stylish and comfortable, upholstered with a velvet finish. It features a hinged lid for storing everything from bags to shoes inside, while it sits on metal legs. Perfect for a hallway for your guests to sit on while taking their shoes on or off, or pop it at the end of your bed to hold your cushions or clothes. Only the plain ottoman is in stock right now, we hope the patterned one will come back in soon.

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Rectangular Ottoman with Storage, £150, QVC

2. K by Kelly Hoppen Bamboo Circular Mirror

K by Kelly Hoppen Bamboo Circular Mirror

Image credit: QVC

This bamboo mirror is great for making a statement above a fireplace, atop a console table or in the middle of a gallery wall in a hallway. It comes in taupe or black, and it has a diameter of 90cm so it’s pretty large. This mirror was featured on-air, and it’s safe to say that we love it as much as shoppers – it sold out in black so fast. You can also get matching baskets to style close by. And, it’s even on sale…

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Bamboo Circular Mirror, was £54 now £45, QVC

3. K by Kelly Hoppen Soft Ribbed Throw

K by Kelly Hoppen Soft Ribbed Throw

Image credit: QVC

This cosy throw is faux fur on one side, and on the other side, it’s ribbed. Perfect for the end of your bed, to be draped over your sofa or even for garden use on a chilly evening. To say it’s elegant would be an understatement, and it’ll be sure to spruce up an otherwise plain corner of your home. It’s also dry clean only…

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Soft Ribbed Throw, was £40 now £29.50, QVC

4. K by Kelly Hoppen Double Sided Cushion Cover

K by Kelly Hoppen Double Sided Cushion Cover

Image credit: QVC

This zip-fastening cushion cover will be sure to add a touch of elegance to your bedroom. You could even style it on a sofa or armchair, while it has a luxury velvet feel. Great for neutral homes, and perfect for adding comfort without drawing too much attention away from your lovely furniture. We’ll take two, please!

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Double Sided Cushion Cover, £54, QVC

5. K by Kelly Hoppen Set of 2 Baskets

K by Kelly Hoppen Set of 2 Baskets

Image credit: QVC

These unique baskets match the mirror above, and they also come in taupe or black. They differ in size so they can be used to store various items – you could use one for blankets and the other for shoes. They have metal handles for sturdy carrying, while they are made from bamboo. Versatile, to say the least.

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Set of 2 Baskets, £45, QVC

6. K by Kelly Hoppen Ottoman Storage with Lid

K by Kelly Hoppen Ottoman Storage with Lid

Image credit: QVC

Whether to use in your living room as an extra seat or under your dressing table for sitting while doing your makeup, this storage ottoman is perfect for teeny homes. It features storage inside if you lift up the lid, for everything from your hair tools to your hair accessories, bags or even blankets. It’s soft, comfortable and practical. What more could you want? It’s also upholstered in velvet to add a touch of elegance to whichever room you place it inside.

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Ottoman Storage with Lid, £60, QVC

7. K by Kelly Hoppen Storage Chest

K by Kelly Hoppen Storage Chest

Image credit: QVC

Looking for some stylish storage? This is it! This trunk can be closed to completely hide your things (or to keep inquisitive hands away). It’s great for storing the kids’ toys in your living room or hiding important documents in your home office. It even has handles for easy moving and wherever you place it, due to its neutral colouring, it will blend in seamlessly. Great for bedrooms, too, and you could place a thin long mirror on top, a vase filled with artificial flowers or some of your favourite home fragrance buys. It comes in your choice of patterned or plain…

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Storage Chest, £90, QVC

8. K by Kelly Hoppen Set of 3 Terazzo Nest Tables

K by Kelly Hoppen Set of 3 Terazzo Nest Tables

Image credit: QVC

Need some new side tables to hold your reading material (cough Ideal Home magazines) or to play home to a lamp or place your drinks and snacks atop? This set of three are all the same though they differ in size. Style them all together in one room, or apart and dotted around your home. With a terrazzo top and gold metal legs, they’re not just stylish, sleek and sophisticated but also sturdy and durable. Space-savvy, too, since they nest together if need be.

Buy now: K by Kelly Hoppen Set of 3 Terazzo Nest Tables, was £280 now £249, QVC

What will you be buying from K By Kelly Hoppen at QVC?

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Take a tour of this unique two-bedroom home set in Britain's first eco village

Posted: 11 Apr 2021 04:00 AM PDT

Eco housing is designed and built using materials and technology that reduces their carbon footprint. This development in the leafy south-London suburb of Hackbridge has paved the way as the first environmentally friendly development of its kind in the UK.

See all our amazing house tours for more inspiration

Helios Road, built-in 2002, is formed of 100 homes and has shared facilities that are used to host gardening and crafting clubs, exercise and meditation classes, and even a Christmas craft fair. It’s been built with a strong emphasis on roof gardens, sunlight, solar energy, reduction of energy consumption and wastewater recycling – so as a homeowner you can be really proud of where you live.

Plus, Helios Road was built with the aim of providing warm, comfortable and cheaper-to-run homes. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Let’s take a look at one of the homes up for sale…

Helios Road

Image credit: The Modern House

Part of Beddington Zero Energy Development (BedZED), a collaboration between architect Bill Dunster, environmental agency Bioregional, and Arup engineers, this modern-look, two-bedroom house has a striking brick, wood and glass facade. Built using natural, recycled and reclaimed materials, all of the wood used has been approved by the Forest Stewardship Council (or comparable internationally recognised environmental organisations). Over half of the construction materials were sourced from no further than 35 miles away.

Another great factor is that most of the homes in this development are south-facing, so this house is heated by solar gain, thanks also to its high level of insulation.

Dining space

Image credit: The Modern House

Inside, the ground floor is open-plan with soaring double-height ceilings. The current owners commissioned floor-to-ceiling bookshelves in the dining space, which sit between the doors to the bedroom and study.

You’ll notice there’s an industrial feel throughout, but the soft pink tone on the walls here and the rustic wood table help keep it from feeling stark.

Kitchen

Image credit: The Modern House

On the other side of the room, the kitchen features plywood cabinetry and a cork floor, cementing its eco look and feel. Now, it’s not a huge kitchen, but every bit of space has been well thought out, even down to hanging your pans overhead and a slot in the cabinetry for trays and breadboard.

Speaking of breadboards, spot the pig designs sitting above the washing machine! For more clever kitchen storage ideas check out our gallery for inspiration.

Mezzanine

Image credit: The Modern House

Upstairs, a bright mezzanine level overlooks the living area below, and it’s a space that can be used in a variety of ways, whether you have it as a home office, another bedroom or just a spot to sit and relax. The industrial aesthetic creeps in again with exposed pipework and painted brick walls, but it’s all softened with the peppermint wall colour and a mix of plants that gives this space a lived-in botanical vibe.

Bedroom

Image credit: The Modern House

One of the two bedrooms is situated on the ground floor and it’s a lovely light space that’s brightened all the more by its white walls and pale-blue bed linen. Wood floors, window frames and a matching wood bed frame emphasise the eco feel.

Communal gardens

Image credit: The Modern House

Outside, a large communal meadow offers expansive gardens and vegetable plots, so you can grow your own organic produce.

Image credit: The Modern House

There’s also an outdoor gym – can you see yourself doing your daily workout here?

Related: Garden landscaping ideas –how to plan and create your perfect garden

It’s certainly a house with a difference and boasts lots more eco-credentials than we’ve mentioned. Up for sale at £360,000, you can find out more about Helios Road at The Modern House here.

Are you tempted to fully commit to an eco-friendly home?

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IKEA is selling a clever balcony table perfect for alfresco dining in the smallest of spaces

Posted: 10 Apr 2021 11:00 PM PDT

Do you have a tiny balcony or outdoor space you’re not really sure what to do with, but know it’s got potential? This new release from IKEA might just be the answer. Small spaces present a number of design challenges, but there are all kinds of balcony garden ideas out there to help you make them work.

Related: Small garden ideas – decor, planting, landscaping and designs for tiny outdoor spaces

This IKEA balcony table, for example, measuring just 50x35cm is a fantastic solution. Simply attach the Torparo balcony table to your railings et voilĂ , you have a lovely spot to enjoy an alfresco morning coffee or after-WFH drink.

The IKEA balcony table

ikea balcony table

Image credit: IKEA

The product’s sturdy and simple design, and weather-resistant materials make it really practical. And, since it’s just £15, you simply can’t go wrong. The little table isn’t just for balconies, as it could be attached to any outdoor space with a railing, such as a patio.

It’s also worth noting that it comes in a few different sizes to fit your space, so check the IKEA website for more details.

ikea balcony table

Image credit: IKEA

You could even try using the balcony table as part of an outdoor home office, so you can catch some rays while ticking off your to-do list. Even if you have to retreat inside after a while, it’s always good to mix it up.

This is one of the best outdoor furniture pieces we’ve seen this year that’s designed for city dwellers and those in flats. It could also form a great garden bar idea, providing a side table to keep cocktail shakers and ingredients to hand.

A little care will keep it looking good for years to come. So, remember to clean it regularly with ‘mild soapy solution’, as stated on the IKEA website, and dry it with a dry cloth. You can also help to extend its life by ‘not leaving it outdoors unprotected more than necessary’.

ikea balcony table

Image credit: IKEA

Related: DIY overhaul of balcony decor and flooring transforms this small outside space

The IKEA Torparo series also comprises foldable, stackable outdoor chairs, each at a low price point – so the items suit small spaces and small budgets. If you’re looking for inspiration on things to grow in your balcony space, our guide on how to grow your own veg on a windowsill or balcony will certainly help.

Will you be buying a balcony table?

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