On the verge of starting this self-build, a late change of design proved to be the making of this Devonian house on a bend

REBECCA AND SIMON HAVE TRANSFORMED A PLAIN NEW BUILD WITH A SELF-BUILT EXTENSION AND IT’S ESPECIALLY MAGICAL AT CHRISTMAS

Robyn and Mike Collins turned a boring 1950s home into the boldest, most exciting house on their street – all for less than £220,000

Architect Alastair Bowden tells Coast how a steep site in North Devon was transformed into a low-energy coastal sanctuary with panoramic sea views

A fortuitous meeting in an antiques shop on a winter day led to the perfect property for house-hunter and interior designer Martin Wharton

These five standout properties have halls made for towering trees, sparkling decorations and Champagne-bright celebrations– festive magic that will practically begin before new owners move in