Danielle Bux found the ultimate country escape from her hectic US lifestyle in this 17th-century cottage, which she renovated remotely during the pandemic

Lettie and Stephen Corbett returned to a favourite holiday spot to renovate a seaside cottage on the Isle of Mull, creating a colourful, blissful family retreat

Once dark and dated, the interiors of this traditional country cottage have been transformed into beautiful, modern spaces for owner Louise Stewart

Beth and Dan Tarling took on an old cottage near a Cornish coastal path and created a colourful, layered look that celebrates the cottage’s seaside setting

Marie Soliman has given this traditional Cotswolds cottage a jewel-box makeover – thanks to a mix of found pieces, dramatic wall treatments and contemporary art

Punchy tones and cheerful patterns create an uplifting feel in Sylvie and Mark Taylor’s cottage, where maximalist design brings verve to each bijou space