MERRY & BRIGHT

Mary Corbett and her husband Alastair transformed a brickmaker’s cottage into a much-loved and vibrant family home that’s double the size it used to be

Past meets present

Julie Simonsen feels blessed to spend time in the family home where she celebrated Christmas as a little girl

FAMILY TRADITIONS

Liz Lamour and her husband Corentin have updated the cottage that his grandparents built

FESTIVE FLAIR

Colour is never far away in Leoma Harper’s Victorian home but it’s this season when the house really shines

LIGHT FANTASTIC

Gloria Sheppard instinctively knew that an all-white palette and neutral, textured fabrics would enhance the beauty of her fishing-village bolthole

COME TOGETHER

Entertaining is at the heart of Lynsey and Warren Evans’ home, decorated in chic neutrals with an art deco twist

Warm And Welcoming

When Sally Bourne found her dream country home, she chose a medley of cosseting colours to complement its original features

Mid-Century Modern

Mel Shaver-Durham has made a beautiful home for herself with a rich colour palette, vintage-inspired furnishings and an abundance of her favourite artwork

Preservation ORDER

The oldest house in this small Dutch city has a well-preserved history that Pauline and Hans Kick have cherished

RURAL CHARM

Inviting family and friends to stay at her idyllic retreat is a dream come true for Laura Davenport

SOFT TOUCH

Pinks and greens became the decorating thread throughout Jane and Pete Evans’ home, reflecting its countryside setting

PERIOD DRAMA

Monochromatic schemes and bold design decisions have brought a modern aesthetic to Terri and Luke Shannon’s Edwardian house

Open house

Annicka Locket has lavished love and care on her country home to make it a sociable space for family and friends alike

MONOCHROME CHIC

A pared-back palette and vintage finds bring an individual look to Amy Morton’s Edwardian flat

EASY ELEGANCE

A sophisticated redesign has enhanced the character of Kate and Mark Stone’s period home

A special blend

Classic and contemporary meet in an exquisite mix of standout features and stylish finishes to bring a timeless elegance to Sophie England’s Edwardian terrace.

Design For Life

By using authentic materials such as wood, marble and brass, designers Gemma Ruse and Xavier Sheriff have created a timeless home

Rising To The Challenge

Despite swearing not to take on a fixer-upper, Helen and Paul Jackson took the plunge

UNIQUE TOUCH

Rosie Rockel used second-hand and reclaimed finds to leave a personal imprint on her listed flat

Prime position

Memories of happy holidays brought Katie Oliver and her family to this 19th-century barn, which has been turned into an idyllic retreat

IN THE BALANCE

Traditionalist Emma Barrat and her modernist-loving husband Ben have merged their tastes in a timeless interior where old and new sit together with perfect poise

Tied to the PAST

Helen and Andrew Magowan have included pretty textile ribbons in their decor to pay tribute to their home’s history as a draper’s shop

Hidden charm

Clever use of colour and design classics enabled Sille Kroyer Koppel to rediscover the elegant proportions and period details in her Copenhagen apartment

ORIGINAL CHARACTER

The generous proportions, standout features and special location continue to give Stephen Briars’ semi an enduring appeal

Creative spirit

Melissa Jenkinson drew on her love of antiques and design when reconfiguring her maisonette

ARTIST in residence

Striking artwork and the clever use of a colourful paint palette are the secrets behind Andrea Curtis’ beautiful abode

Access All Areas

After a total reconfiguration, every room in Jane and Nicholas Parish’s villa is now a much-loved and much-used space

INSIDE OUT

Rory and Katrina MacPherson rebuilt their house with a striking steel frame and glass walls that bring the outside in

NEW BEGINNINGS

By respecting the heritage of this once crumbling rectory, Jacqui and Peter Kirk received an award from a local conservation group

FRESH START

When their sons grew up and flew the nest, Cathy and Alistair Colston reinvented their period property to make it better suited to their new lifestyle