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There’s a wonderful informality to this manor house near Paris, designed to celebrate the beauty of the grounds outside and the period details inside

Restoring a historic house by the sea brought Maria and Markus Lindholm unusual challenges. Transporting building materials by boat and sledge, they revived it with classic Nordic style

Musicians, astronomers and artists all played a part in the story of this historic Surrey Hills home, which has begun a new chapter with the help of design studio Gunter & Co

Rebecca and Tom Clarke weren’t afraid to take on a major renovation in pursuit of their perfect home

Paula Costa and David Rushford put their own stamp on this historic former post office with a considered blend of old and new, and a calm, neutral palette