Emily Shaw
Emily first (temporarily) joined the Real Homes team while interning on her summer break from university. After graduating, she worked on several publications before joining Real Homes as Staff Writer full time in mid-2018. She left the brand in 2020 to pursue another career, but still loves a second-hand bargain and sourcing unique finds to make her rented flat reflect her personality.
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Real home: an industrial kitchen with a masculine edge
Bespoke kitchen designers Higham Furniture designed this atmospheric, industrial-inspired kitchen as part of a larger home renovation
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Now you can avoid burst pipes and costly leaks thanks to smart technology
Cold weather can bring burst pipes and all the cost and stress of having them – and the damage they cause – fixed. But a handy piece of smart tech kit has been designed for early intervention
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Ikea trials a new scheme to rent out its furniture – including kitchens
Homeware giant Ikea announces its intention to trial a furniture – and even kitchen – rental scheme... Real Homes finds out more about this renting and eco-friendly move
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Real home: an Eastern-inspired renovation
Maxine and Stuart Dalgliesh-Quinn drew on their years living in Asia during their renovation of this beautiful Sussex family home
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How to clean up after a party
Essential tips and tricks to clean up easily and efficiently after party. Oh yes, people, we tackle red wine stains, vomit, grease, grime, the lot...
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The best bean bags for comfy additional seating
Entertain friends in a laid-back setting with the addition of a stylish bean bag
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A hole in the garden, under floorboards... and other strange places Brits hide Christmas presents
Hiding Christmas presents is a big part of keeping the magic of the day alive, but the lengths some of us will go to are hard to believe
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19 best Christmas gifts for travellers
Brainstorming gifts for a frequent flyer? Find inspiration with our pick of the best travel gifts
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Home renovator or tradesperson? Add this clever new tool to your wish list
Whether you're a seasoned DIYer taking on a home renovation, or a tradesperson looking to save time (and money), Quadsaw could be the tool for you
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Find affordable art in London this weekend
The Affordable Art Fair returns to Battersea between 18th and 21st October, offering everyone the opportunity to pick up something truly unique
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Plykea: a new way to upgrade your Ikea kitchen (and achieve a bespoke-looking finish)
Want the look and feel of bespoke plywood units while working from a flatpack budget? Enter Plykea...
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6 steps to getting the best night's sleep, whatever your sleeping style
Thanks to sleep advisors at John Lewis & Partners, it’s never been easier to ensure you’re maximising sleep potential
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Would you pay more rent if it meant you could decorate?
According to research by Graham & Brown, generation rent is prepared to pay an additional £72 per month
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Rockett St George announce an exciting new collection
A paint launch with a difference, you can now browse a curated collection of distinctive Rockett St George tones
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Fan hacks, colour scheme changes... and other things you can do to keep your conservatory cool
Overheating in your conservatory this summer? The experts at Thomas Sanderson have a few helpful tips you might like to check out...
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Ditch the gym – the garden's the new place to work out
The British heatwave is affecting how (and where) we work out... so ditch the gym and transform your garden into a workout-friendly space
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Does location impact buying habits? John Lewis seem to think so...
With increased sales recorded on everything from pizza ovens to parasols and vegan-friendly barbeque gadgets, it's time to place your bets on your region's summer favourites
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Overcome insomnia with the help of Dodow – a device backed up by science
Tired of being tired? Dodow combines science and technology to help you beat insomnia and get a restful night sleep
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Real home: a Scandinavian-style master suite makeover
A memorable hotel stay inspired Emma and Mark Boulton when it came to creating their own master bedroom suite in a Scandinavian style
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