‘we knew this house was the one straight away’

Architect Alastair Bowden tells Coast how a steep site in North Devon was transformed into a low-energy coastal sanctuary with panoramic sea views

Despite their best efforts, Rachael and Paul Page’s first Christmas in their new home didn’t go as they’d hoped. ‘We planned to spend Christmas with family but, because of last-minute Covid restrictio

“Breaking up is never easy, I know…” Good old Abba – always ready with an apposite lyric, though in this case I suppose it should be “Letting go is never easy” as I say farewell to the garden I have m

You gather the guest list – and let the rooms define the disco

From festive FIREPIT TIPPLES to epic al fresco Christmas dinners, this garden proves that outdoor living doesn’t stop when winter starts

Who needs a perfect rectangle when smart design, garden lights, and a firepit can turn even the quirkiest garden into the ULTIMATE HANG - OUT ?