Front of house

WE ALL KNOW FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT, SO HOW BEST TO PRESENT THE FRONT OF OUR HOMES? WE ASKED A PAINT EXPERT, AN ESTATE AGENT AND A HOME STAGER

The interior designer, known for her brave colour choices and theatrical aesthetic, explains how your home’s entrance can impress guests

Polished or brushed, curved or angular… chrome, stainless steel and aluminium have many guises and, increasingly popular with designers, they’re welded to the zeitgeist

Your hallway is the first thing people experience when they enter your home, so ensure it makes a statement. Here, we examine how interior experts from around the world get it right, from decoration and configuration to curating a desired mood

JESSICA AND ELLIOT’S BRISTOL TERRACE WAS STRIPPED BACK TO BRICK, EXTENDED AND RECONFIGURED. NOW IT’S A MODERN SPACE PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING

The right colour front door and cared-for sash windows can help preserve a property’s character and – even add value