Opportunity knocks

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

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

The interiors of this Edwardian abode have a chic contemporary look that is sure to stand the test of time – designer Fiona Duke explains how it was done

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

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

Elements of surprise are found everywhere in this village house, which has spirited schemes that feel both classic and completely modern