Like many DIY enthusiasts, my passion stems less from practicality and more from sheer stubborn determination. Once I decide I can tackle a project myself, there’s no talking me out of it. It's this ...

Welcome to the first in a new series of columns by Lara Winter, as she joins Ideal Home's Open House to show how she has transformed her country cottage with a host of clever and charming decor ideas.

Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...