A perfect marriage

A house that is in perfect harmony with its surroundings will enhance the everyday lives of its owners

- Janine Stone

ARCHITECTS and interior designers with plenty of experience in creating, refurbishing and restoring houses understand that success relies on a huge number of factors, not least the way that it relates to its surroundings. Jeremy Spencer of Janine Stone tells Giles Kime how, as a multidisciplinary practice, their company can bring together the skills sets that create a balance between inside and out.

Why do you think the view from a house is so important?

A pleasing outlook of any sort-whether they are long views over open countryside or just a well-conceived town garden-will add a huge amount to the enjoyment of a house. If a property is carefully configured, these views will also enhance the sense of internal space by blurring the boundaries between inside and out.

How is this most effectively achieved?