Eastern influence

Thoughtful design decisions and a respect for its original features have transformed a run-down east London property into a serene, and very stylish, modern retreat

Sue Harragin has a clutch of old black-and-white photographs which, though not in any way exceptional, offer a beguiling glimpse into everyday life at her moorland cottage some 70 years ago. The neat

The eccentric, colourful charm of the Bloomsbury Group’s country home continues to inspire the work of designers and craftspeople today. We uncover its irrepressible appeal

A gentle renovation and a relaxed decorative approach has seen Marie Cottrell’s much-loved family home return to its past glory

This modern home in Atlanta adopted the richly layered look you often see on our shores, resulting in interiors full of personality

Emilia and Brian Lacy brought their Georgian farmhouse to life with elegant pattern and classic colour, unearthing its rich history in the process