‘my bedroom is a colourful yet relaxing sanctuary ’

Sunshine and ice-cream shades brought this room back to life

Renovation projects come with an onslaught of dust and decisions. I’ve learned that a bit of design soul-searching up front can help save you from choice paralysis later

Before we moved here, we were living in a flat in Shoreditch, east London. We loved the creative buzz of the area, but during lockdown it really brought home how much we needed outdoor space, especial

I moved to Surrey 11 years ago and lived in a renovated Edwardian semi and then in a rural property. But following a split, I didn’t have to compromise any more on style and decor, so went for this 19

The alluring jewel tones that designer Laura Stephens adorned this modern 1980s home with have given it depth and a wonderful sense of character

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