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BULGARIA'S BEJEWELLED PAST

Buyers from around the world flocked to Geneva to bid on courtly jewels amassed by Tsar Ferdinand of Bulgaria and his family over a century ago - a collection that had lain untouched for many decades, discovers Caroline Wheater

THE ANTIQUES THAT SHAPED ME Georgie Wykeham

The interiors and furniture designer reflects on her antiques-filled childhood and favourite finds

Baukaus INVISIBLE REVOLUTION

The movement is predicted to make waves in 2025, and it’s easy to see why: its sleek lines and unfussy forms changed the way we approach interiors and today the style looks as fresh as ever

Enthusiasms

This Month: Dummy Boards

ECLECTIC Edwardian

In bringing this impressive period property in London back to life, its owner, Alice Merritt, has combined bold prints and quirky antiques to create a glamorous yet lived-in feel

A true ORIGINAL

In the Milanese home of architects Federica Gambigliani Zoccoli and Giovanni Maria Sacchi, an imaginative approach has created a unique, characterful and warm home, where there's a new surprise at every turn

Secrets of the STONES

Britain's ancient sites, with their many mysteries, have always inspired a sense of awe and wonder.James Alistair Henry shares some of his favourites

Natural Beauty

Derived from the flax plant, linen is one of the oldest textiles in the world, and its future is looking bright, too, says Celia Rufey

Displaying art

Christopher Peter’s apartment reflects his previous career as an art gallery curator. Here, he shares his tips on how best to display collections

SHADES OF WELLNESS

There’s a powerful link between our homes and our happiness, with interiors playing a crucial role in enhancing this connection. Read on for eight easy decorating ideas to boost wellbeing...

Six of the best CHOCOLATIERS

From historic chocolate makers to rising stars of the bean-to-bar world, Jenny Oldaker and Rachel Nott discover some of the most magical - and delicious - places to get your chocolate fix

Curated colour

Reminiscent of a bygone age of gracious living, the Cape Town apartment of artist Christopher Peter is a glorious celebration of colour, art and a life well lived

The power of paint

Annie Sloan welcomes us into a world of colour and craftsmanship, showing how upcycling can be as stylish as it is sustainable

Moodboard masterclass

A moodboard is every interior designer's go-to and, if you're planning to totally transform a room, this essential creative aid will help you make decisions and avoid mistakes. Here, 12 experts explain how they curate a clear vision...

Pier House

A historic harbourside inn in Cornwall's Charlestown emerges from the ashes with a stylish new look and breathtaking sea views

Nordic soul

Housing family heirlooms originating from Finland, Emilie Heinonen's Bristol home reflects her love of good design, form and function, as well as her desire to be surrounded by items with a story

AMY JAYNE HUGHES

The ceramic artist talks Sèvres porcelain, contemporary aesthetics and the unexpected benefits of lockdown, with Dominique Corlett

Take it SLOW

By viewing your home as an eternal work in progress, the decorating process becomes a journey that celebrates your own style and the building's narrative, says Jenny Oldaker

Collecting ARCHIBALD KNOX

As a new exhibition opens on the Isle of Man – along with a series of talks, tours and trails – Emma Longstaff explores the designer's work and discovers that his oeuvre is more expansive than often presumed

Take it SLOW

By viewing your home as an eternal work in progress, the decorating process becomes a journey that celebrates your own style and the building's narrative, says Jenny Oldaker

THE ANTIQUES THAT SHAPED ME - Tess Newall

The decorative artist and homeware designer shares her love of patina and a treasured childhood flower press

A Victorian Vision

There's a magical, story-book feel to this 19th-century manor in the Lincolnshire Wolds, where much-loved antique and vintage collections and a sensitive restoration have brought it back to life

Farm FRESH

Filled with painstakingly sourced primitive antiques and Welsh decorative pieces, Dorian Bowen's atmospheric farmstead is an authentic homage to bygone times

THE WOMEN OF MODERNISM

In the Modernist era, when clean lines, geometric forms, and functional design reshaped the world, a group of often-overlooked visionary women defied convention, pioneering innovations that laid the foundations of modern design, says

Global Treasures

Amber Clery has created a cosy, bohemian home filled with unusual finds gathered from her travels across the world

A blazing SUCCESS

This Georgian home in Northern Ireland, once ravaged by fire and time, has been reimagined for the modern age with vibrant colour, joyful patterns and a perfect balance of old and new

HEIRLOOMS OF THE FUTURE SHANNON CLEGG

The botanical sculptor talks to Dominique Corlett about finding her niche and how her creative practice connects with the landscape of her childhood

48 hours in FROME

A cloth town of great importance from the 15th to the late-18th century, Frome in Somerset is now on the map for its vintage fashion and sustainable clothing, as well as its buzzing antiques scene, discovers Rosanna Morris

Island HOPPING

The traditional fitted kitchen island now faces competition from more flexible, modern alternatives

ON THE COFFEE TABLE Art through the ages

Explore 700 years of art history through the paintings of The National Gallery, with people at the heart of every page