To see the sea

This extraordinary home in the Outer Hebrides, which was designed to take in the spectacular surroundings, is the perfect place to hunker down and enjoy a slower pace of life

Five years ago, a twist of fate led a couple to their dream seaside property, and now the once-neglected house is a stylish and welcoming family home

Louise and James Woods reached a stage in their project when they weren’t sure where to turn – thankfully help was at hand to offer a fresh take

A cleverly reconfigured layout and vibrant colour palette mean Laura Brown’s 1930s semi is the ideal blend of form and function

Semi-suspended over the water, this Malibu Cove home is made for martini hours on the terrace – so design studio LALA Reimagined leaned into that for the refresh

Stunning vistas, waterside deck, beautiful balcony – a former bank in a wonderful setting has become an extraordinary retreat