Festive flair

Lucy Clarke-Bishop added a lower-ground extension to her 1960s home, connecting the calm, colourful interiors to the large woodland garden

Moving from the Canadian countryside to London was a bit of a culture shock for Krista Hargrave, but creating a modern-rustic abode to suit her family’s lifestyle helped ease the transition

I loved this house from the minute I walked in, and I still love it just as much now. It was light and bright, and I could see all the potential, despite the very green and swirly 1970s decor. It was

Keen to winkle out the character from beneath its glossy surface, this home’s owner set out to revive its period beauty with a mix of vintage and modern pieces, colourful accents and quirky finds

Swathes of glazing connect this welcoming kitchen and living space to the garden – and wooden cabinetry continues the nature theme

The minute you walk into Koreen and Charles’ serene home you feel at ease – but getting it to this state was a journey