Style & substance

Our homes are constantly evolving – we alter floor plans to open up spaces or enclose new rooms; pantries are converted to back kitchens, snugs to home offices, en-suite bathrooms to dressing rooms. So what do our homes say about our tastes and priorities? We asked the experts

Kitchen island or table? It’s a little distinction that makes a big difference to the appearance and function of a kitchen or utility room, finds Arabella Youens

The secret to a calming, organised home is to ensure you have a place for everything, so optimise your space with these clever buys and design ideas

The kitchen should be the heart of a country home, a place of conviviality and sociability, a place to gather with family, to cook, entertain and relax in. It should be practical and purposeful, but s

Galley, U-shape or island? Open shelving or full-height cupboards? Get the answers to your kitchen layout dilemmas with our expert guide

Smart style tweaks can bring fresh flavour to a classic kitchen or inform a brand new design