Sunny yellows, sassy stripes, cloudscapes and even butterflies – this London home is designed to raise a smile

An Arts and Crafts cottage makeover and extension created a bright backdrop for a creative couple’s collection of music, art and memorabilia

It was essential to me that the house retained its character and didn’t end up looking like a new-build,’ says Karen Schmidt of the renovation of her 1930s villa in Værløse, just outside of Copenhagen

Guided by striking art, Studio Ashby infused this London home with colour, considered design and a relaxed sensibility

Reinventing a home that hasn’t been touched in 30 years is a big task, but designer Mark Howorth was up for the job and even managed to include the art gallery space the owners wanted

Ideas to suit all tastes and to create a space that is truly luxurious