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CALL OF THE Sea
Open to the elements and slightly wild at heart, seaside gardens have a weathered charm and relaxed feel that can be recreated wherever you live
"My dream was always to live and work by the sea"
ARTISANAL SOAP AND SKINCARE MAKER, SILVANA DE SOISSONS
Paradise ISLANDS
MESMERISED BY THEIR SUBTROPICAL CHARM, WRITER JANET MCMEEKIN EXPLORES THE ISLES OF SCILLY
HIDDEN HAVEN
Jane and Anthony Hosking's waterside home is a tribute to creative restoration and an enduring love for its Cornish setting
OPEN HOUSE
Samantha Todhunter has combined industrial elements, joyous textiles and tactile materials to turn a former cowshed into a welcoming space
ROOM TO GROW
For garden designer Ailsa Richards, it’s the outdoor space surrounding this pretty cottage that’s key to its décor inside
THE ART OF HOUSE PAINTING
BRUSH UP ON EXTERIOR DECORATING TECHNIQUES FOR AN AUTHENTIC FINISH AND LONG-LASTING RESULTS
Summertime TAKEAWAY
PACK AN OUTDOOR FEAST THAT'S FULL OF COLOUR AND FLAVOUR - PERFECT FOR A GARDEN PICNIC OR ELEGANT ALFRESCO ENTERTAINING
Let the SUNSHINE IN
REWORK AN EXISTING ROOM OR EXTENSION TO CREATE A LIGHT-FILLED SPACE THAT BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN INDOORS AND OUT
SCHOOL OF DESIGN
This former boarding school is an object lesson in how to turn a period property into a modern family home
ON REFLECTION...
A MIRROR IS A VALUABLE ADDITION TO ANY ROOM, BRINGING LIGHT AND CHARACTER IN EQUAL MEASURE
Country lifestyle RAISED BEDS
Maximise the growing potential in your garden by creating the perfect environment for plants and crops to flourish
LOW-EFFORT BORDERS
Facing garden overwhelm? Don’t despair – you can create inspiring, beautiful spaces with these expert ideas for easier-to-manage plots
A life in ROSES
Petal by petal, fabric designer Christina Strutt of Cabbages & Roses shares the secret of her timeless style
WARM WELCOME
Creating social spaces to entertain family and friends was key to the design of Emma Shaw's inviting country home
Relight YOUR FIRE
CREATE AN OUTDOOR ROOM WITH A FIREPIT AT ITS HEART AND BRING A COSY FOCAL POINT TO ALFRESCO LIVING
Take ONE JAR
THESE SIMPLE MAKES TURN THE HUMBLE GLASS JAR INTO CREATIVE GIFTS AND HOME ACCESSORIES
NIGHT LIGHTS FOR GARDENS
MAKE MORE OF YOUR GARDEN AFTER DARK WITH THESE ILLUMINATING IDEAS
My garden apothecary
Sustainable farmer Becky Cole celebrates wild plants, and shares how she uses them in wonderful recipes and remedies
MAKE A WISH
This couple gave up the day job to follow their dream of renovating a farmhouse - and it's created new opportunities they never expected
IN THE COUNTRY WITH Clodagh McKenna
GETTING A WRIGGLE ON WITH A WORMERY!
EMMA SIMS HILDITCH The secret to timeless style
YOU CAN FOLLOW FASHION AND STILL CREATE A LOOK WITH STAYING POWER. HERE, THE INTERIOR DESIGNER SHOWS HOW IT'S DONE
BRIGHT OUTLOOK
Francesca Reed's imaginative refurbishment of this listed farmhouse has created a colourful and welcoming retreat with an uplifting take on Victorian style
GARDEN JUBILEE
Summer entertaining just got colourful! Celebrate occasions large and small with a garden party styled for good times
It's time to SHINE
SOFT NEUTRAL SHADES COMBINE WITH BURNISHED BRASS AND BRONZE MIRROR ACCENTS TO CREATE A LIGHT-FILLED AND SPACIOUS FAMILY KITCHEN
GLASS HOUSE GARDENING
Make the most of your greenhouse to nurture fruit, veg and exotic blooms throughout the year
COMING HOME
Following her country dream and restoring a neglected cottage has been a true labour of love for Gayle Scott
BUILDING A FRONT WALL
MORE THAN JUST A BORDER BETWEEN PAVEMENT AND PLOT, THIS FEATURE CAN SERIOUSLY INCREASE YOUR HOME'S KERB APPEAL
All the fun of the fairs
ANTIQUES AND SALVAGE FAIR STALWART ALICE ROBERTON SHARES HER TREASURE-HUNTING TIPS, FROM WHEN TO ARRIVE TO NAB THE BEST PIECES TO THE ETIQUETTE ON HAGGLING
A DAY IN THE COUNTRY WITH... Adam Frost
EVERY DAY IS A COUNTRY DAY FOR THE AWARD-WINNING GARDEN DESIGNER AND TV PRESENTER, WHO LIVES NEAR THE LINCOLNSHIRE FENS WITH HIS WIFE SULINA AND THEIR FOUR CHILDREN