Last issue, we pledged that we were making improvements to our 1998 ‘van’s rear lounge, and with the blinds now providing some privacy, we moved on to an upgrade to make it cosier and more practical.

Look beyond layering to create a harmonious and versatile scheme that provides ample illumination and creates atmosphere

Blending the old and the new, Diana Yates has gently updated the kitchen in her cottage home, creating the perfect environment for calming morning rituals before the rest of the household stirs

This month, revamp your home with floral prints across wallpaper, soft furnishings and tableware, learn freehand machine embroidery and shop for the perfect indoor planter

Independent retailers Laura and Will Mellor transformed the dated interior of a Georgian cottage into a sumptuous home with the same nostalgic appeal as their homeware store

A serendipitous move from the country to a bustling high street marked a fresh chapter for Gail O’Reilly, whose 18th-century cottage blends warmth, colour and pattern