Longevity was at the forefront of the refresh of this Victorian terrace, where designer Sophie Pringle has created a hard-working family home that stills feels refined

HOUSE OF THE MONTH

WHEN BECKY AND IAN SAW THIS ELEGANT PERIOD PROPERTY IN THEIR MUCH-LOVED HOME TOWN OF COLCHESTER THEY KNEW IT WAS ‘THE ONE’

Rebecca and Tom Clarke weren’t afraid to take on a major renovation in pursuit of their perfect home

Paula Costa and David Rushford put their own stamp on this historic former post office with a considered blend of old and new, and a calm, neutral palette

This Georgian townhouse in London has been given a characterful and elegant new look – and it’s all down to the wealth of colours and materials used