Christen pears

‘I was reading like I did when I was a kid – for comfort and pleasure’

When Katherine Clark found a part-converted barn to buy, it ended up being the best decision for her and her family

Renowned interior designers showcase their work in these engaging new books

We may have all manner of modern gadgetry and user-friendly kit in our kitchens, but often it’s the most humble objects that mean more to us than anything else.

Moving to the countryside to be nearer to their homeware shop, Laura and Will Mellor indulged their love of craftsmanship to renovate a Georgian cottage

Books illuminate our history, so we must protect them, says The Repair Shop’s Chris Shaw