ALEX AND CHELSEA BUILT THEIR OWN HOME TO REFLECT THEIR PARED-BACK STYLE – AND FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON THEY ELEVATE IT WITH FORAGED TWIGS, FIR CONES AND CANDLELIGHT

Balboa four-seater sofa in Tan saddle, £1,499; Minka ...

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BANDA DESIGN STUDIO BRINGS CONTEMPORARY DESIGN TO A CHALET NESTLED IN THE SWISS ALPS

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble and Joseph Mullane

Designer Philippa Thorp has managed to satisfy a complex brief for a calm and neutral LA vibe that also incorporates colourful pop art