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

WHEN NATALIE AND SAM BOUGHT A PLAIN-JANE TERRACE IN DEAL, THEY KNEW THEY COULD TRANSFORM IT WITH A MODERN EXTENSION AND A PALETTE OF CHEERFUL COLOURS

Armed with a paintbrush and a love of treasure hunting, this homeowner transformed her home with an eclectic, beachy feel – without the usual seaside references – and all on a tight budget

Keen to winkle out the character from beneath its glossy surface, this home’s owner set out to revive its period beauty with a mix of vintage and modern pieces, colourful accents and quirky finds

Atop a hill with views of the sea, this Victorian villa has been lovingly decorated with mellow colours and handcrafted features to reflect the local countryside

IT WAS ALWAYS THE PLAN TO ADD MORE COLOUR LATER, BUT NOW LISA CAN’T IMAGINE HER ALL-WHITE BEACH HOUSE ANY OTHER WAY