Paula Costa and David Rushford put their own stamp on this historic former post office with a considered blend of old and new, and a calm, neutral palette

SITTING ROOM FOCUS

Punchy tones and cheerful patterns create an uplifting feel in Sylvie and Mark Taylor’s cottage, where maximalist design brings verve to each bijou space

NEW PARENTS FRANKY AND JACK REWORKED A DATED STUDENT HOUSE INTO A COLOURFUL FAMILY HOME

WHEN BECKY AND IAN SAW THIS ELEGANT PERIOD PROPERTY IN THEIR MUCH-LOVED HOME TOWN OF COLCHESTER THEY KNEW IT WAS ‘THE ONE’

Longevity was at the forefront of the refresh of this Victorian terrace, where designer Sophie Pringle has created a hard-working family home that stills feels refined