‘it’s like waking up in a fancy holiday home’

RYAN JAMES AND PARTNER CRAIG HAVE TOTALLY TRANSFORMED THEIR SMALL COTTAGE WITH SMART DECORATING AND SPACE-SAVING TRICKS

Experience and attention to detail really paid off when a couple of serial renovators bought a neglected period home in London, bringing it back to its best with luxe finishes, harmonious colour schemes – and one or two brilliant bargains

Taking on and reviving a special Victorian home she had long admired gave Jess Shah space to honour the antique and vintage pieces passed down through her family

Using her artistic talents, Karen Willis turned a jaded former rental property into a stunning first home for her and her husband

Donya and Chris Briggs lovingly restored a beautiful Victorian property, preserving its original charm while incorporating modern touches

Renovating and reconfiguring her 1960s home sparked a passion for interior design in its owner – and a new career opportunity