Cross cultural

First-time renovator James Barnes looked to the artisanal approach of the arts and crafts movement to perfectly blend form and function in his 1930s home

In addition to bringing an interior to life, art is also the detail that ensures a scheme feels completely unique

Built only 20 years ago, this home has a heritage look that’s down to the use of antiques and aged finishes but also its designers – Sara Swabb and Tanya Smith-Shiflett

Taking on a Victorian home not touched in nearly four decades was a challenge one family relished – and the end result is a thoroughly charming mix of old and new

With its striking palette and elegant furniture, this Chelsea home, designed by Studio Duggan, represents something of a coming of age

The minute you walk into Koreen and Charles’ serene home you feel at ease – but getting it to this state was a journey