9 of the most stylish UK homes — from backyard bathtubs to whimsical hallways

Could your home be better than last year’s winners?Would you dare to paint your dining room neon green? What about pop a bathtub in the garden? Maybe you’re a DIY genius who can transform your kitchen for under £1,000?If you’ve got a knack for interior design, it’s time to put your talent in the spotlight.In partnership with Metro, the Ufurnish.com Home Awards 2025 are launching today, showcasing the homeowners, influencers, innovators, retailers and manufacturers transforming living spaces across the UK.

Last year’s winners included artist Daniel Bland and his Wonderland-esque hallway, and interior designer Sally Wort, whose yellow-drenched back garden, gave us us some serious interiors (or, rather, exteriors) envy.From jaw-dropping before-and-after renovations to effortlessly stylish spaces on a budget, the awards recognise outstanding talent across 20 categories covering interiors, gardens, furniture innovation and home accessories.Whether you’re adept with a drill, a keen gardener, or simply enjoy a good home makeover, this is your chance to open the door to your unique home.



Need some inspo? We’ve rounded up nine winners from last year’s awards to get those creative juices flowing. Or at the very least, it’s a page of very pretty homes, which we love all the same.Best dining roomThis dining room is practically glowingThe green tones inside really complement the foliage outsideAnna Jacobs (@AnnaLyseJacobs) wanted the dining room in her rental flat to look organic while exuding a New York loft-style edginess.

She utilised turquoise green lampshades from IKEA to soften the bright green paint and upcycled the dining table she was given by her landlord with black marble paint, saving it from the dump.The end result? A ‘delicious’ space to eat in. We can’t disagree.

Feast your eyes on that!Best hallwayLook at that beautiful, hand-painted chequered floorThe gallery stretches beyond the wallDaniel Bland’s (@BlandDesign) moody hallway is something we’d never get tired of looking at. Look at that painstakingly hand-painted checkerboard tile effect floor, how the glossy black paint on the bannister and stairs bounces off light, the gallery wall leaning up to the ceiling utilising unused space and guiding the eye. Those crystal-like pendant lights are sculptures within themselves.

Best garden Sally’s bright backyard is somewhere we’d spend a lot of timeSally Wort’s (@SallyDoesSassy) garden makes us happy with its playfulness. From the bright yellow table cloth on the picnic bench, to the disco balls hanging from above, novelty lettuce bowls, leopard print going from inside to outside and the waterproof covering ensuring that nothing gets wet, this is the perfect setting for a summer garden party.Best interior InstagramDon’t be afraid of mixing colours and patternsThere’s a frame in Hannah Clarke’s (@Little_Edwardian_Semi) living room that says: ‘Yes Oui’.

Yes to what? We can only assume DIY, colour, pattern and life, of course!Even better is that Hannah’s tutorial-filled Instagram encourages many to embrace her brand of colourful maximalism and to create visually exciting and budget-friendly spaces of your own.Best nursery and children’s bedroomThis children’s room serves multiple purposesThe colour blue is associated with open spaces, freedom, imagination, and inspirationAugustine Atobatele’s children’s room (@Studio_Augustine) is as beautiful as it is functional. Part-sleep space, part-play space, and filled with hidden storage.

Did you notice the subtle nod to Spiderman with the spider-web climbing frame built into the bed?Best on a budgetIs there nothing you can’t find on Facebook Marketplace?Claire Douglas (@ClaireDouglasStyling) proves that bespoke and stylish can be budget-friendly. Claire kitted out a chic home by scouring Facebook marketplace for rare finds, foraging for branches and buying home accessories from charity shops, showing home styling on a shoestring budget doesn’t need to be boring.Best living roomEarthy, cozy, eclecticismGlen Handley’s (@Inside.

Number.Twelve) space showcases both glamour and earthy charm. Soft, textured furnishings, like the rust-checkered rug, enhance the cosy vibe, while the earthenware and cacti usher in more natural elements.

The gallery wall and dripping gold paint coffee table add an artistic touch, and the sea green sofa ties it all together.Best bedroomThe perfect place for guests to unwindYou’d never believe it, but this cozy guest room designed by Rachel Byrne (@RaysMoneyPit) was once a garage. Now a sanctuary of rest, the calming green walls set a serene tone while pops of color add vibrancy and warmth.

Best bathroomThe green tiles really pop against the pink wallsThe bathroom is often considered an after-thought when it comes to decorating, which can lead to a lack of personal touches, outdated aesthetics and an overall less inviting space. Not Nikki Shore’s (@Weeny_Victorian_House_In_Ware) art-deco, forest-inspired ensuite. This green and pink oasis proves the power a little pizzazz can bring to a room, no matter the area of your house.

Ufurnish.com Home Awards 2025 Categories:Best bedroom Best before and after transformationBest dining roomBest DIY creationBest first-time home renovation Best furniture retailer Best gardenBest hallwayBest home office Best interior InstagramBest kitchenBest living roomBest nursery + children’s bedroomBest on a budgetBest rental inspirationBest showstopping home featureBest use of colourOverall judges’ choiceOverall public voteGet involvedDo you have a stunning home transformation to share? Or do you love discovering beautiful interiors?Whether you’re an entrant or a design enthusiast, this is your chance to celebrate the best in British home design, and vote for your favourite spaces in the Public Vote Category.‘I’m thrilled to be partnering with Ufurnish for their awards,’ Metro’s editor-in-chief, Deborah Arthurs, said as the 2025 entries opened.

‘Ufurnish brings a fresh, innovative approach to the world of furniture and design and is a great fit for Metro and our audience, who are incredibly engaged with our interiors content and loyal readers of our successful Homes & Property sections. Our readers are always looking for new ideas and, as we expand our 360 coverage across all our platforms, we’re excited to bring them even more of what they love.’Meet the judgesDeborah Arthurs – Editor-in-Chief of Metro and home & interiors enthusiast.

Barbara Chandler – One of the UK’s most respected interior journalists. Roddy Clarke – Design writer for The Financial Times and Forbes Max McMurdo – TV presenter, author and Dr of Sustainable Design Eva Sonaike – Luxury homeware designer Jayne Dowle – Award-winning homes and gardens journalist Nicki Bamford-Bowes – Interior and furniture designer and BBC’s Interior Design Masters contestant Deirdre McGettrick – Founder of interior technology platform Ufurnish and founder of the Ufurnish.com Home Awards.

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