Nadeem and Saadya Bhatti’s new extension to their Victorian villa has created a magnificent multifunctional family space

A good time to visit The Old Rectory in Doynton is as dusk falls on a frosty December evening. Driving in through the gate, you’ll be cheered by the sight of two illuminated Portuguese laurel cylinder

It’s the master of disguise design feature that can turn a standard exterior into a stunning spectacle – here’s how to get the most from your chosen build material

Nearly 20 years ago, we bought a house in north London, not just for the building itself, but because hidden behind the terraced row was a secluded garden – a delightful surprise in this central Londo

Placed in the garden, a sculpture invites us to pause and appreciate both its beauty and that of the backdrop around it

Bringing a dilapidated barn back to life using sympathetic materials proved a winning move for John and Cat Frankitti