‘our home is back toitsformerglory’

Taking on and reviving a special Victorian home she had long admired gave Jess Shah space to honour the antique and vintage pieces passed down through her family

Experience and attention to detail really paid off when a couple of serial renovators bought a neglected period home in London, bringing it back to its best with luxe finishes, harmonious colour schemes – and one or two brilliant bargains

Renovating and reconfiguring her 1960s home sparked a passion for interior design in its owner – and a new career opportunity

Donya and Chris Briggs lovingly restored a beautiful Victorian property, preserving its original charm while incorporating modern touches

Many buyers overlook Sixties properties but, as one Liverpool couple discovered, their clean lines and generous proportions offer the perfect opportunity to add character and create a welcoming family home

When she moved to Warwickshire after 23 years in London, Jenny Packwood threw herself into transforming her new-build home into a welcoming, light-filled refuge