Tailor made

After building work that doubled its size, this Edwardian home underwent a makeover that balances modern and vintage absolutely beautifully

A chance glance at a For Sale sign started the downsizing process for one couple and it’s truly simplified their life

SOPHIE AND CARL FELL FOR A TIRED 1930S PROPERTY IN LONDON AND TURNED IT INTO A SMART BUT INFORMAL HOME WITH THE SOCIABLE SPACES THEY CRAVED

By mixing old and new, designers Alykhan Velji and Alison Connor have created a home with heart

Daring to be different, the owner of this Victorian terrace embraced all of the house’s quirks to ensure that every design decision honoured its history

A practical and timeless design can also be playful, colourful and full of surprises, as Jenna Botrie’s family home perfectly illustrates