25 BEAUTIFUL HOMES

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TOUGH LOVE

Under the expert eye of designer Allison Garrison, sleek industrial style and a more organic look converge in this California new build 

NATURAL BEAUTY

In this pretty manor house in the country, studio Jessica May Design orchestrated sophisticated schemes inspired by the landscape outside 

SIZING UP

A step up the property ladder gave interior designer Elle Hooper the chance to apply her creative skills to her own project 

RICH PICKINGS

Dark oak cabinetry and surfaces threaded with gold deliver a sophisticated warmth to a room that was once starkly modern

BALANCING ACT

Successfully preserving a Grade II*-listed townhouse and adding a contemporary aesthetic took the skill and experience of interior designer Gail Race 

REFINED VISION

When a client decided to improve rather than move, designer Michelle Sellers elevated room schemes to suit her needs

OCEAN VIEW

In this seafront condo, designer Emily Winters Posselt achieved a fresh coastal look with a palette of green and blue tones grounded by sandy neutrals 

ART CLASS

The eye-catching artwork at the centre of this scheme pulls the elegant colour palette together beautifully 

STARTING OVER

When one family decided to replace their compact home with a big new build, they called on designer Jess Thomas to get the interiors right

TRADITION WITH A TWIST

Unsure how to blend their love of colour while respecting their home's past, Sarah and David Bradford sought advice from an interior designer who helped them revitalise the property

HOME MADE

A fresh start inspired Victoria Butler to gut a dated bungalow, expand her DIY skills, set up an upholstery business - and create a home that felt all her own 

PASSION PROJECT

Although Shauna O'Handley and her husband Adam Glabay had a long history of renovations, with this 'ugly duckling' property it was the first time they took on most of the work themselves 

PERIOD REVIVAL

This Georgian home was refreshed thanks to the restoration of its architectural details and designer Leoma Harper's modern classic schemes 

STARTING OVER

A couple who put their extension plans on hold for a decade expanded their brief to a much bolder statement - and it was all worth the wait 

THE GREEN HOUSE

Alexandra and Rik Hall had two priorities when building their home - it had to be sustainable and connect to the outside 

HISTORY LESSON

In this 1800s brownstone, designer Nicole Hirsch was able to introduce modern design without losing the traditional bones of the property  

A TOWER OF STYLE

Malin Glemme, founder of rug brand Layered, gave a 1990s apartment in a converted water tower the charm and warmth you'd expect in a period home 

COUNTRY STAR

This cottage may be a rural idyll but it also has contemporary interiors that are simply beautiful 

DREAM COME TRUE

A couple with no DIY experience decided to take on a self-build and now live in a beautiful oak-framed cottage 

MAKE MERRY

A cheerful colour scheme has ensured that this bathroom, which was previously a bedroom, is a warm and inviting space 

MERRY & BRIGHT

Designer Caroline Milns transformed this Victorian townhouse into a luxurious family home and gave it a jolly look for the holiday 

GOOD TIDINGS

A move from London to Northern Ireland presented Sara and Neil Austin with an opportunity to live a stone's throw from the beach and renovate a Victorian home 

SEA CHANGE

This beachside family holiday home in a quiet part of Cornwall has been given a cosy makeover that has made every room warm and inviting

STYLE GUIDE

Bringing an interior design on board helped the owner of this house discover his style - and fall in love with his home again

NEW ERA

A rundown Victorian semi has been given a fresh start thanks to the expertise skills of designer Thea Ingram

SPACE CRAFT

Maximising every inch with a glamorous look has enabled Rachel Moreve to elevate this modest Victorian property into a stylish family home 

BALANCING ACT

A couple with contrasting design tastes struggled to find a solution until they brought in expert help 

LOCAL LIFE

There's an artist studio look to this Victorian workers' house and that's because it's in a neighbourhood full of creativity - designer Olivia Outred tells us more 

CHANCE ENCOUNTER

When George Glynn drove by this house and admired it from afar, she never thought it would become hers

PEACE AT LAST

It's hard to believe that Emma Dahlman's stunning and serene home was once a group of rundown bedsits - a smart renovation and aesthetic changed all that

OUTSIDE INTERESTS

A priority for Noel Pittman when she bought this home in LA was the garden, but she brought the beauty of the great outdoors inside too

ANOTHER LEVEL

The sheer amount of work Rebecca Bethell took on to bring this Edwardian home back from the brink is impressive

CREATIVE PROCESS

When Lucy Wiltsher bought her first home, she rediscovered her artistic side as she set about updating each of the rooms

CLASSIC REVIVAL

Keeping the architectural bones at the heart of her design, Liza Medlam has created a timeless bathroom packed with personality

EASY ELEGANCE

A living space in a 1940s home now feels fresh and bright but also sophisticated - perfect for relaxing and entertaining

HERITAGE SITE

The English owner of this Californian home asked designer Sara Arntz to incorporate characterful British style into every room 

PRINTS CHARMING

Pretty patterns and colours are the stars of this characterful living space in a restored farmhouse

MODERN CLASSIC

This country cottage has a charming contemporary look courtesy of designer Melinda Kiss

HIGH IMPACT

The success of this kitchen all came down to the choice of units, which are striking but let the space do the talking

KEEP CALM

It may be a busy family home, but this Victorian terrace always feels relaxed thanks to a palette of neutrals and blues and clever storage - designer Polly Ashman tells all

COTTAGE CORE

Easy-going and cosy sum up this delightfully rustic living space perfectly

HISTORY LESSON

Under the guidance of designer Jeneffer Jones Punjani, a Colonial Revival house learned how to embrace the past and present

A BIG DEAL

Extending isn't always the answer to creating more space in the home - as this cleverly redesigned kitchen proves 

ALL CHANGE

It's hard to believe this beautiful sitting room infused with character was once a dark and dreary garage 

COMFORT & JOY

A delightful colour palette brought renewed joy to this much-loved coastal holiday cottage, thanks to designer Melissa Hutley's impeccable style 

HOME FOR GOOD

With the coast and countryside within easy distance, pretty blues and greens suit Amanda and Oliver Wilson's forever home

LUXE LOOK

A couple building their dream home needed the interiors to reflect its grandeur so Gemma Hill at Bayswater Interiors came in to work her magic

TIME AFTER TIME

The palette of warm, earthy neutrals that designer Claire Totman chose for the reinvention of her Edwardian terrace will always be in style

FAMILY VALUES

A blend of classic and contemporary by Harriet Sinclair-Wilson of Fable Interiors creates a home ready for the rigours of modern life

MODERN LOVE

Gemma and Lewis Donoghue bought a two-up, two-down period cottage at auction and brought it into the 21st century

DOUBLE VISION

Knocking two houses into one created the space Louise Winters needed for herself and her four teenage children

A TASTE OF THE EAST

How do you give a country barn hints of elegant Eastern style? The couple who live here after moving back from Hong Kong asked designer Emma Capron for help

MOOD MAKER 

Every room in Melissa Murray-Serter's updated terrace has something unique about it and this adds up to a home that has a wonderful atmosphere

ALL CHANGE

Gutting their Victorian terrace allowed Barbara and David Hall to replan the layout to improve flow and maximise space 

HIGH DRAMA

A bold combination of monochrome tiles give this en suite plenty of personality

CALIFORNIAN LIVING

This new-build beach house has serious West-Coast style credentials and it's all down to interior designer Christine Vroom

LIGHT FANTASTIC

Filled with smart decorating decisions - from textured wallpaper to floor uplighters - this bright sleep space is sensational

HOME OF THE BRAVE

Knocking down a house and building another one takes guts - and that's just what the Newton family has done

CONSERVATION METHOD

The Victorian heritage of Rebecca Buckland's flat informs its rich and atmospheric interiors infused with antique finds and natural materials 

NEUTRAL GEAR

There's nothing bland about the neutrals used in Caitlin Chan's personality-packed apartment

HOUSE OF DREAMS

Lucy Peters never imagined she'd live in the gorgeous Georgian property she walked by every day, but now its her

SMART CASUAL

Period details are at the heart of this scheme, with contemporary elements creating an all-important relaxed feel 

A HOMECOMING

Sarah and Frank Alem's maisonette has had a big remodel - and when that was done they filled it with pieces that celebrate their heritage

HOME COMFORTS: A home that speaks to a colour palette of neutrals, charcoal and warm gold - with a hint of Italian - gave Gloria Gambini the calm, familiar feeling she craved 

FULL OF GRANDEUR: Carefully considered design details bring a contemporary twist to the traditional styling of this en suite

MODERN RUSTIC: Low-key yet characterful schemes were the order of the day for Liz Hallam's self-build to ensure there was no competition with the amazing views 

RELAXED ELEGANCE: Changes to this family home allowed a wonderfully laid-back refinement to be restored to this sitting room

A MODERN CLASSIC: This sleeping space is a class act, achieving a sophisticated look that merges the contemporary and the traditional beautifully 

CHARACTER STUDY: The goal for this 1970s home was for it to have classic style - architect and designer Claire Totman achieved just that

COME ON IN: With a limited budget but clever design ideas, a plain living space has become an inviting place to be

AMAZING SPACE: Emma and Peter Daniel's uninspiring 1970s house was completely rejigged to create one incredible family home

GOOD VIBES: Relaxed earthy tones and vintage styles brought personality back into a previously plain white living space

SERENE SANCTURY: Bleached blues and chic sand tones reflect the clifftop setting of this blissful bedroom hideaway

CALM & COLLECTED: Cohesive schemes in shades of cream, beige and green have given Athina Bluff the soothing sanctuary she craves at the end of a hectic working day

MODERN REVIVAL: Bianca and Christos Michaels' Edwardian semi has had a thoroughly contemporary makeover - and it now has the most wonderful mid-century modern look

HOME FROM HOME: Known for her knack for making minimalist schemes luxe, designer Neeshay Nouman applied that talent to this family holiday house

STEEPED IN TRADITION: Having previously lived in a listed cottage, Julie Schofield and Jonathan Dean wanted their new-build to feel full of history

CONTINENTAL CHRISTMAS: Originally from Germany and a trained interior designer, Thorsten van Elten was always going to have a home with European flair

PERFECTLY CURATED: Architecture spans the centuries in this Grade-II listed cottage, inspiring Mark Camillin and Liam Denny to mix interior styles for an original result

LIGHT & SHADE: Neutral schemes punctuated with black accents look super smart in Kathy Rosenberg's bungalow

COUNTRY CONNECTION: Interior designer Abi Powell brought her 17th-century cottage right up to date with a modern palette of rich greens and blues 

MAKE A WISH: Stephen Treadway gave up his day job so that he and his wife Shan could follow their dream of renovating a farmhouse

TRUE ROMANCE: Leah Lane's Grade II-listed farmhouse is as beguiling as the period dramas that inspired its interiors 

MODERN COUNTRY: It's hard to believe that pink carpets and faux French fireplaces used to rule the roost in Tamsin and Paul Clarke's chic and contemporary barn conversion

ROOM TO MANOEUVRE: Relocating the kitchen initiated a whole house decor refresh in Lara Cross and Dan Sanders' home

CHANGING TIDES: Andy and Laura Lock started from scratch to turn their single-storey home into a three-floor one in order to make the most of the sea views

PICTURE PERFECT: A peaceful countryside setting inspired Nick and Tara Jordan to convert two barns into a family home with expansive views

IN A NEW LIGHT: Gareth Jones and Mary Pittman-Jones radically redesigned their apartment to get a plethora of light and space

BACK TO THE FUTURE: Gillian and Richard Milner embraced the history of their 1970s house - giving it a retro look that's truly groovy

COUNTRY CHARM: Nicola Casperson drew inspiration from boutique hotels to turn her characterless cottage into a charismatic and relaxing abode

A SPECIAL BLEND: A mix of cultural experiences from abroad influenced the interiors of Vix and Don Brenninkmeijer's family home

A PERFECT BLEND: Scandi clean lines and pre-loved vintage finds come together in Cathrine Tjore and Simon Keeley's beautiful bungalow, united by natural materials and earthy colours

IN HARMONY: A modern classic aesthetic is perfectly in tune with both the period and contemporary features of Sarah and Rupert Davis' period home

THE LONG VIEW: After a year of careful planning, Annette Pisani and Claire Winchester began work to turn their dated chalet bungalow into a chic seaside abode

VINTAGE BLEND: Jane McCarthy and her husband, Ian Harman combined their love of mid-century design with inspiration taken from time spent living in Australia 

LOVE AND CHERISH: Continuing the family passion for antiques, Kerry and Andy Warren filled their home with treasured pieces

POLISHED GEM: Lisa Gordon craved a chic interior-designed home and found the answer in a jewel palette of blues and golds

RESTFUL RETREAT: A traditional colour palette and a mix of well-loved furniture gave Sarah Laming's seaside cottage a relaxed holiday feel

CAPITAL GAINS: Pauline Gidoin paired designer pieces with high-street finds in her cool yet comfortable London apartment