Mellow magic

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

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

NATASHA AND ALAN HAVE TURNED THEIR FAMILY HOME INTO A SANCTUARY THAT CELEBRATES THE PROPERTY’S ANCIENT BONES, WHILE FEELING EFFORTLESSLY MODERN AND STYLISH

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

RACHEL JETTISONED HER OUTDATED GALLEY FOR A DESIGN IN HOT-TREND PINK, FORMING A SEAMLESS LINK BETWEEN OLD SPACES AND NEW

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