Mood of the month

Deriving from the ancient Persian word ‘shah’, which means ‘king’ in an early form of chess, checks have been a decorative staple in interiors and fashion for centuries. The chequerboard pattern has b

This London abode may be all understated chic, but at Christmas it is full-on festive ready

As a teenager, Tracey Bateman would look forward to babysitting the young children of her parents’ friends, because she absolutely loved their house. ‘It had this big hall with a sweeping staircase, h

Simple and delicious seasonal food that will leave guests well-fed and impressed

The drinks are poured, the nibbles are out and the guests are gathered, but nothing gets a party started quite like playing a vintage record. From the moment the turntable starts to spin and the needl

HOUSE OF THE MONTH