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

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

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

Behind a high beech hedge, where southwest London meets wild common land, garden designer Lucy Willcox has created a hidden sanctuary blending mid-century structure with contemporary naturalistic plan

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