Architect Alastair Bowden tells Coast how a steep site in North Devon was transformed into a low-energy coastal sanctuary with panoramic sea views

From island-hopping in southerly Okinawa to farm experiences in rural Aomori and skiing in far northern Hokkaido, this diverse archipelago offers intriguing local culture, ancient history and epic wilderness experiences around every corner — and deeper exploration reaps huge rewards

A couple with no DIY experience decided to take on a self-build and now live in a beautiful oak-framed cottage

Robyn and Mike Collins turned a boring 1950s home into the boldest, most exciting house on their street – all for less than £220,000

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

On the verge of starting this self-build, a late change of design proved to be the making of this Devonian house on a bend