Book reviews

Memorials are our nation’s collective memory, built to endure and ensure that achievements, individuals and disasters are never forgotten. Susan Owens takes an emotive tour around the British Isles in 50 monuments

The UK has long had a love for Japanese design, but it’s an obsession that’s set to grow, as new design names and artisans increase their inf luence

With its picturesque harbour, dramatic landscape and rich history, Barmouth leaves a lasting impression

Few concepts are as integral to a home as light and space. Both are inextricably linked, since light helps shape our perception of space. Yet a home’s size is not necessarily commensurate to its quali

THE FORECAST FOR HOMES IS LOOKING GOOD, WITH THE KEY DESIGN DIRECTIONS ALL HAVING THE FEEL-GOOD FACTOR – HAPPY DAYS

When clutter makes us stressed, it’s time to tackle the seven emotion-based reasons we cling on to our stuff. The result: a calmer mind and happier home