Even though it had yellowing walls and brown carpets, this house was perfect for Joanna Thomson and her husband Ian

Being brave allowed Lisa and Lee to bring their neglected property back to life

For one family, renovating their kitchen unlocked light, space and a new way of living

Olivia Botrie has brought modern comforts and family-friendly functionality to her early 20th-century home – all while respecting its original character

A very clever (and small) extension has paid big dividends for Janet and Pete Hanson

This house had so much character and soul, we just had to buy it. When the previous owner told us she was a white witch, and that good spirits lived in the house, that clinched it for me! And she was