Second chance

Designer Róisín Lafferty rose to the challenge of turning a pair of semi-detached houses into one unique family home

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

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

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

Taking her cue from mid-century modern style, designer Manuela Hamilford has curated distinctive interiors in this Victorian villa that will stand the test of time

For one young family, renovating this space transformed it into an all-day hangout