History lesson

Creating a classic country scheme that is also the height of luxury isn’t easy – but that’s exactly what this elegantly rustic sleep space achieved

Once dark and diminutive, the bijou interior of this traditional country cottage has been transformed into a place of beauty for owner Louise Stewart

A small cottage by the sea became fashion creative Colin Naylor’s colourful passion project, in which his renovation celebrates enduring craftsmanship in all its guises

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

Thanks to an innovative renovation, a tiny two-up two-down cottage has been completely transformed into a wonderfully lofty, open-plan space

A Victorian townhouse turned out to be Rachel and Chris Clasper’s dream home, and a wonderful setting for their new-found passion for collecting antiques