Material girls

SMART DESIGN MOVES AND BUCKETS OF SUNSHINE COLOURS ENSURE SIRI AYERS’ SEASIDE FLAT IS A LIGHT, BRIGHT AND FUNCTIONAL RETREAT

Using clever ways to make the most of its compact proportions, Leah Clark has filled her pretty cottage with the artistic and decorative objects found on her travels

A PITCHED ROOF EXTENSION WITH WOODEN CLADDING IS JUST ONE WAY VICKY AND GARETH HAVE NAILED NEW ENGLAND STYLE IN THEIR SEASIDE FAMILY HOME

JESSICA AND ELLIOT’S BRISTOL TERRACE WAS STRIPPED BACK TO BRICK, EXTENDED AND RECONFIGURED. NOW IT’S A MODERN SPACE PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING

Olivia and Phil Elliott’s freshly decorated home, with playful colour, pattern and a timeless mix of old and new, celebrates its coastal location

This month, shop for the perfect armchair, learn embroidery online and bring the outside in with wallpaper, mirrors and lighting designs inspired by the British countryside