Harriet Hastings restored a traditional Suffolk long house and built a new barn alongside it, providing space for all the family, especially at Christmas

Bringing a dilapidated barn back to life using sympathetic materials proved a winning move for John and Cat Frankitti

The chance to restore a stable block near their old home has given Tish Potter and Jim Down the perfect place to enjoy big family festivities

It may be cold outside, but in this chalet, which is surrounded by snowy mountains, there's a wonderful warmth with welcoming nooks that draw you in

On the east coast of Ireland, a bungalow known as Four Winds stands as a cosy, contemporary refuge, rooted in family history and protected from storms

As one of the rising stars in our Next in Design initiative, Sophie Garland knew exactly what to do to make this 17th-century home merry and bright