How a sociable couple created an entertaining space that celebrates smart design

Working with an interior designer helped this couple realise their home’s potential and even carve out a guest suite during its renovation – just in time for their baby’s arrival

A good time to visit The Old Rectory in Doynton is as dusk falls on a frosty December evening. Driving in through the gate, you’ll be cheered by the sight of two illuminated Portuguese laurel cylinder

On the east coast of Ireland, a bungalow known as Four Winds stands as a cosy, contemporary refuge, rooted in family history and protected from storms

A creative couple have transformed a tired cottage into something special: a home that dances with light, character, colour and seasonal decor

Throughout the festive season, this lively family home is decked with a gorgeous mix of garlands, greenery, flowers and trees that take their cue from the surrounding Yorkshire woodland