House Design
Your window on the world of House Design, from finding the right plot and pinning down your architectural style, to the ins and outs of planning and building, and the structural features such as windows, doors and staircases
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Here's how to make a 1990s home individual – mix old and new, and fill it with eclectic and charming surprises
Inspired by some of the greats in art and design, this new-look Long Island home is a creative one-off, full of character
By Karen Darlow Published
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Spacious living in a narrow plot? 10 space-saving lessons we learned from a stylish NYC townhouse
This smart Manhattan townhouse redesign defies its narrow plot with some clever space-saving ideas that are big on style
By Karen Darlow Published
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Want to achieve true English style? This Victorian home is bright, beautiful, and practical – family-friendly style at its best
This London home works well for family life and entertaining, thanks to some genius style updates from designers Kitesgrove
By Karen Darlow Published
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One plot, two new homes, and several ways to capture classic East Coast style
These two luxurious homes share the same lakeside plot, but each offers a different perspective on traditional coastal décor
By Karen Darlow Published
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A 100-year-old home with modern interiors – here's how to get it right
Combining contemporary design updates with period details? This 100-year-old craftsman-style home shows how it's done
By Karen Darlow Published
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America's most expensive ski home lists for $100 million
Aspen is where you'll find the nation's most expensive ski chalet, which will break records if the sale price is achieved. We take the tour
By Lucy Searle Published
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Creating zoned spaces in a modern open plan? This Texas home turns it into a fine art
A contemporary take on a country home, with a smart floor plan that works equally well for togetherness and privacy
By Karen Darlow Published
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Should your front door be lighter or darker than your house? We take the fight outside
To help you find the perfect front door color for your home, we speak to the experts – as after all, first impressions are everything
By Zara Stacey Last updated
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This Paris home blends classic American design notes with effortless French style
It's chic, smart and classically elegant, and yes, that really is the Eiffel Tower that you can see from the bathtub
By Karen Darlow Published
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Farmhouse style gets a luxury rethink in this characterful country home
Casual yet sophisticated, with a country aesthetic that's both rustic and elegant, this Houston Oaks home is full of pleasing contrasts
By Karen Darlow Published
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8 high impact decor tricks for small apartments to steal from the bold creatives of Milan
These exuberant apartments owned by Milanese creatives are fine proof that compact rooms can make a statement
By Lucy Searle Published
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This cabin home turns 1970s style and pared-back minimalism into a winning combo
Tour this dreamy mountain cabin - and get ready for retro cool and chilled-out neutrals in this perfect treetop hideaway
By Karen Darlow Published
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Small changes with big impact – this calming yet colorful London home is now fit for family life
It was designer Henry Prideaux’s job to give this London terrace style – and arrange it so it works in every way for a family of six
By Mary Weaver Published
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A sight to behold: The wonder walls in this New York home do all the talking
Interior designer Billy Cotton finds beauty in the melding of the grand and the humble as the relaxed grandeur of this New York home illustrates
By Emma J Page Published
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Vintage furniture and heritage prints give this historic Californian home a look that's very now
Designer Caitlin Flemming borrowed the colors of the landscape and added extra vintage charm to update this historic home
By Karen Darlow Published
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Yes, you can have it all – casual elegance and smart luxe finishes are balanced to perfection in this welcoming home
One house, two roles: a relaxed setting for weekend crowds, and a cosy weekday home for a family of three. Here's how it works
By Karen Darlow Published
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This ever-evolving Hamptons space is the new hybrid destination every design lover needs to know
The 1818 Collective is a home where those who love design can commune
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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'I've designed our home for refuge and relaxation.' How one interior designer conjured up calm in a city center
The owners of a turn-of-the-century apartment in Helsinki have created schemes that are serene, atmospheric and full of quiet beauty
By julietbenning Published
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We're calling it – this extraordinary apartment is the most beautiful you'll see in 2023
A melting pot of ideas from near and far, this stunning Singapore apartment designed by Elizabeth Hay is an absolute treasure
By Emma J Page Published
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This British Victorian cottage has a surprisingly atypical addition that's flooded with light
Downsizing allowed Tim Bailey to create a tailor-made home, reconfigured to his requirements and filled with the things he loves
By Sara Bird Published
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The 'glass box' living room is the perfect place to experience the wildness surrounding this 19th-century cottage
A tiny cottage by a loch became Catherine Spain’s perfect project, and her inspired renovation blends beautifully with its backdrop of mountains and wide skies
By Alexandra Pratt Published
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Designer Profile: Brad Ramsey
We caught up with Nashville-based interior designer about his work in Tennessee and beyond
By Lucy Searle Published
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A sympathetic restoration has transformed this 17th-century Grade II listed converted barn into a rural masterpiece
Removing the orange wood and worn carpets left over from its 1980s conversion has transformed this barn and put the focus back on its glorious original features
By Karen Darlow Published
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Yes, you can beautifully combine modern and rustic interiors – this farmhouse has been reshaped over 400 years to perfection
Bridget and Andrew Hall took their love for the Lake District to a whole new level when they bought and renovated a dilapidated farmhouse near Ullswater
By Lucy Searle Published
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This cozy 19th century stone farmhouse's kitchen was once a barn – you can hire the whole home on Airbnb
Matt and Alice Cobon have put their heart and soul into creating an architecturally beautiful home that’s a perfect example of modern rural living
By Lucy Searle Published
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'It's pure escapism': this extraordinary house design was inspired by a stagnant pond
Recognizing the potential in a neglected site, Dan and Nina Rowland created a stunning sustainable home centered on a natural swimming pond
By Lola Houlton Published
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Broadway star's Allison Smith's farm oozes traditional English style – and you can book to stay there
A look inside the West Wing and Annie actress' Massachusetts home – a world away from 42nd Street – ahead of its reopening
By Megan Slack Published
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Bohemian touches blend beautifully with Arts and Crafts design in this surprisingly warm beachfront home
This modern organic home offers the ultimate indoor/outdoor experience...
By Ruth Doherty Published
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Yes, minimalism can be warm – this modern coastal house in Vancouver shows you how
Neutral tones work as a backdrop for the family's expansive art collection, while expansive views over Cadboro Bay can be enjoyed from every room...
By Ruth Doherty Published