Into the woods

Captivating arrangements of winter greenery are exactly what the holiday season calls for

All that glistens

Glittering metallics and glass evoke a beautifully sophisticated seasonal look

Merry & bright

Pinks and blues bring a jolly touch to the Christmas palette

A time for tradition

Treat your guests this festive season with delicious recipes inspired by classic Eastern European baking

Hotel we love

Gleneagles Townhouse in Edinburgh combines majestic Georgian architecture with elegant, inviting comfort

MIRRORED SURFACES TAKE CENTRE STAGE

STYLISH AND PRACTICAL WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OF MIRRORS

THE POWER POWDER ROOM

A CLOAKROOM WITH A BOLD AESTHETIC FEELS AND GUESTS WILL BE IMPRESSED LUXURIOUS ANSHAPPE

SMART WINE STORAGE

THE BEST SOLUTIONS TO KEEP YOUR BOTTLES IN OPTIMAL CONDITION

SHAKEN & STIRRED

A BAR THAT'S PRIMED AND READY FOR COCKTAIL HOUR IS A BRILLIANT ADDITION TO KITCHENS THAT HOST

PROJECT NOTES

THE LATEST LAUNCHES BRINGING LUXURY TO KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS

WINTER ILLUMINATIONS

Bold plantings, touched by winter's wand, light up the landscape of Kathy and Simon Brown's magnificent gardens

BOX OF DELIGHTS

This saltbox house on America's East Coast was just made for the festive season - its charm seducing everyone who visits

COME IN FROM THE COLD

One family's ski lodge set high in the French Alps has had a thoroughly modern makeover with light and warmth at its core

COMFORT & JOY

The relaxed conviviality that lived-in antiques, charming floral prints and crafted pieces bring to this New York home is perfect for the holidays

A KIND OF MAGIC

At Christmas, an exuberance of flowers and foliage beautifully chimes with hand-painted wallpapers in Hannah Cecil Gurney's home

The art of interior design

Design icon Nina Campbell on social seating, making space for a dressing room and cushions' contribution to the season

Making an entrance

The hallway is a room of its own and should be treated as such with a bold design that will wow

Garlands & greenery

No home is completely dressed for Christmas without a flourish of foliage and flowers six top floral designers present creations fit for the festivities

BEHIND THE BRAND

Summerill & Bishop is regarded as the finest tastemaker when it comes to dressing the table - we delve into its history

A look at plaster-effect walls

There are so many reasons to love this decorative treatment - whether soft and powdery or tactile and textured, it is a finish that instils life in a space

Hotel we love

Saint James in Paris' chic 16th arrondissement marries old-world glamour with new-age maximalism and luxury

The imaginative kitchen

Designer Hubert Zandberg loves to pack personality into his designs

The country-chic bathroom

Interior designer Nicole Salvesen reveals the essence of rural charm

More is more is more

Maximalism has long held a place in interior design, and its charming over-the-top whimsy and showstopping credentials continue to enchant

ON GOOD FORM

A series of spacious, open-to-the-skies rooms shape this city garden which is a masterpiece in craftsmanship

ARTISTIC VISION

Interior designer Sheila Bridges has redefined what a country home can be with a curator’s eye and her compelling use of paintings and prints

LEADING LIGHT

Neutrals play a starring role in Schumacher creative director Dara Caponigro’s Bronx home, making it a place that shines bright

OUT OF THE ORDINARY

The Missoni apartment in Milan is a joyous celebration of fashion, family and friends

WEAVING A STORY

This exquisite bastide house in Provence is home to interior designer Patrick Frey – he’s made it his mission to keep its rich heritage alive

TEXTURAL BEAUTY

RAW ORGANIC FINISHES LOOK FABULOUS IN BATHROOMS GIVING THEM A TACTILITY THAT IS CAPTIVATING