Picture perfect

Taking on a Victorian home not touched in nearly four decades was a challenge one family relished – and the end result is a thoroughly charming mix of old and new

An Edwardian semi in need of some TLC proved to be the perfect fit for Lucinda Kellaway and her family

Third time lucky, as they say, certainly rings true for Alison Coldridge and her husband Simone, recalling the ups and downs of house hunting. Both their number one and number two choices fell through

There’s an artist studio look to this Victorian workers’ house and that’s because it’s in a neighbourhood full of creativity – designer Olivia Outred tells us more

Swapping their high-rise flat for a townhouse, Harriet and Andrew Potter have found a whole new way of life

Atop a hill with views of the sea, this Victorian villa has been lovingly decorated with mellow colours and handcrafted features to reflect the local countryside