French revival

The best of English and French style has been brought to this house near Paris, creating a home full of joyful colour and pattern

Paying homage to its classical roots but with a modern twist, this Parisian abode marries gutsy choices and quiet restraint beautifully

Taking on and reviving a special Victorian home she had long admired gave Jess Shah space to honour the antique and vintage pieces passed down through her family

Cooking and eating in one classroom and sleeping in another is the dream for Angélique and Eric, who renovated an old village school in Holland

Inspired by chic metropolitan apartments across Europe, Ruth Corbett and Paul Rodgers channelled a similar aesthetic for their own home

RENOVATING AND EXTENDING A COMPACT FLINT COTTAGE MEANT A BIGGER HOME FOR PAUL AND LUCI STADEN, WITH THE ADDED JOY OF THE BEAUTIFUL SOUTH DOWNS ON THEIR DOORSTEP