31-07-2025
I'm an interiors editor and these are the 23 home buys under £30 to give your space an easy upgrade: NICOLE GRAY
Dare we say it, but the grey weather and near arrival of August have us thinking about autumn. And while we'll miss al fresco summer nights, spending more time indoors does provide the perfect excuse to give your interiors a little refresh.
When it comes updating your home without breaking the bank, it's all about strategic shopping and knowing where to look. YOU's Interiors Editor, Nicole Gray, knows all about finding high-impact pieces that punch well above their price tag. Think statement cushions that can transform a tired sofa, or sculptural vases that add instant sophistication to any surface. These aren't just cheap alternatives – they're genuinely stylish pieces that just so happen to be competitively priced.
It's the everyday essentials that often make the biggest difference. Pretty, colourful glassware can elevate your evening soiree, while patterned tea towels hanging in the kitchen add personality and colour. One of our favourite hacks? A luxe-looking throw draped over your sofa, which not only makes your living space feel more curated, but is practical for hunkering down in the winter months.
To help you with a budget-friendly rejig, we've scoured Gray's recent interiors columns and compiled all the products she's selected priced at under £30 (these have often been picked alongside four-figure designer pieces, so you can trust they really hold their own).
From ceramic planters that bring life to dead corners to statement candlesticks that impress your dinner party guests, prepare for all the interiors inspo you need. Snap up a few of your favourites – and you'll still have change from £100.
Nordic Nest Candlestick
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John Lewis Butter Dish £15
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George at Asda Kettle £15.94 Shop
Ikea Duvet Set £20 Shop
Next Soap Dispenser £12
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La Redoute Storage Basket £19.99
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Oliver Bonas Plant Pot £22.50 Shop
Anthropologie Decorative Knob £8
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Barker & Stonehouse Patterned Throw £25
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Patch Swiss Cheese Plant £14.00 Shop
M&S Rattan Serving Bowl £20
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Dunelm Two-Pack Coupe Glasses £15
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