Not just practical necessities, windows, doors, stairs and hardware fixtures can make all the difference to a home’s style, character and comfort. They can be used to create a coherent look to a prope

A very clever (and small) extension has paid big dividends for Janet and Pete Hanson

Making improvements to your home can be an expensive business, so it’s vital to consider not only which jobs will add the most value, but also which are the most cost-effective and offer the best retu

Olivia Botrie has brought modern comforts and family-friendly functionality to her early 20th-century home – all while respecting its original character

In pursuit of a sleek, light-drenched and thoroughly modern home, Sara Mungeam radically remodelled and extended a 1950s house

In a new feature series, Kerryn Harper-Cuss explores the benefits of giving antique and vintage pieces a new lease of life. This month, she looks at incorporating reclaimed finds in your home