‘i instantly knew where the trees would go!’

Sprinkle some fresh festive spirit with these new decor trends

From festive FIREPIT TIPPLES to epic al fresco Christmas dinners, this garden proves that outdoor living doesn’t stop when winter starts

You gather the guest list – and let the rooms define the disco

Before settling in Carlisle, Claire Boyle and her husband, Kieran, travelled the world for work, but when Kieran’s contract in Houston, Texas, ended, the couple decided to move back home. ‘I’m origina

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

Creating a room where guests want to spend time takes the pressure off busy hosts, says Arabella Youens