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An example of a spacious, modern living room to highlight the ergonomic design of our retirement bungalows
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Interior design inspiration

Interior design trends 2021 from the experts at McCarthy & Stone

a living room with a blue couch
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Behind the scenes: Interior design

A lot of work and careful planning goes into creating the beautiful interiors of a McCarthy & Stone development. Interior designer Hannah Gernon explains how she arrives at the finished results

Wheatley Place bedroom
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Interior Design Inspiration 2023: expert tips for updating your home

As the adage goes: ‘out with the old, in with the new’. Trends and fashions sweep us away in almost every aspect of our lives, and interior design is no exception to that rule.

a group of people posing for a photo
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Date to Remember: 11 May 1964. The first Habitat store opens in London 

It was the shop that gave Brits a passion for interior design, introducing us to flat-pack furniture, bean bags and a peculiar item of bedding called the duvet. 

Bill Davies
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Inspiring Interiors - Bill Davies

Visitors to Bill Davies’ McCarthy & Stone apartment are often surprised to find he has such a natural flair for design. But, says Bill, the only difference between men and women when it comes to interiors, is the soft furnishings. “I really enjoy decorating - I’ve done it all my life. I’m just not a cushion person,” he laughs.

The exterior of a retirement development by McCarthy & Stone. Residents wander the wide pavements, lined with grassy banks and trees.
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Building a retirement home: our process

Learn the stages of building a retirement home and how McCarthy & Stone carefully considers every aspect, from location to interior design.

The Harrisons on their sofa
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Inspiring Interiors - The Harrisons

When John and Geraldine Harrison were offered the opportunity to make their McCarthy & Stone apartment at Farnham House in Quorn as individual as they are, with the help of Emma Valerio, a Home Designer for John Lewis, they jumped at the chance.

Mr and Mrs Gordon sitting on their couch
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Inspiring Interiors - The Gordons

Retired Beccles couple receive interiors makeover to reflect their bright outlook.

John in his office at his McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment
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Inspiring Interiors - John Pritchard

John Pritchard was determined to put his own stamp on his new apartment so when his family and friends walked through the door, they would immediately know it was his. “Every man needs a man cave!”