‘it needed a bit of love and a lot of colour’

Downsizing was the obvious solution for Jackie Camm and her family when her husband, Dave, was made redundant. ‘We wanted to make things financially easier and fell in love with this house straightawa

Despite their best efforts, Rachael and Paul Page’s first Christmas in their new home didn’t go as they’d hoped. ‘We planned to spend Christmas with family but, because of last-minute Covid restrictio

Every corner of this characterful London home exudes a certain charm that immediately fills you with a sense of ease and happiness

With its beautifully conceived palette and curated feel, this home is always ready for entertaining. The owners’ festive decor is equally welcoming, with a few cheery colour updates and touches of green doing the talking

Rebecca and Ben Lewis transformed an unloved Victorian property into a warm, character-filled family home – blending period charm with timeless style and everyday practicality

As one of the rising stars in our Next in Design initiative, Sophie Garland knew exactly what to do to make this 17th-century home merry and bright