London’s premier design district is home to some of the world’s leading interior-design and furnishing shops, but its refined façades belie a bohemian past, as Carla Passino discovers.
Lighting specialist Vaughan has invited interior designers to help illuminate impoverished communities.
Penny Churchill looks at the arrival on to the market of Robert Carslaw's beautiful home on a hillside overlooking the sea in Cornwall.
The world of kitchens seems to produce ceaseless innovation. Amelia Thorpe picks out some of the latest looks and cleverest new ideas.
A generation or two ago, kitchens were routinely re-done in bright colours — and there's something in colourful kitchen design even today, suggests Giles Kime.
Amelia Thorpe picks out some of the most inspiring new looks, from lamps and wallpaper to Ben Pentreath's take on William Morris.
As new designs are launched this month, there will inevitably be changes in the way furniture is chosen, bought and sold. Giles Kime takes a look at how the future may pan out — and how we’ll benefit.
This year, Focus/20 will be a little different, with trade visitors permitted on site and all others welcomed to enjoy the event online. We asked Country Life's Executive Editor, Giles Kime, for an insight into what's in store.
Because of Britain’s inclement weather, rooms dedicated to indoor entertainment have long been a feature of English country houses. Now we’re spending more time at home, party rooms are enjoying a revival, says Arabella Youens.
There’s an art to striking a balance between the most comfortable bed you can afford and the creature comforts necessary for a good night’s sleep, says Giles Kime.
Interior architect Alison Henry worked with Officine Gullo to create a striking, light-filled kitchen.
As part of the transformation of this London townhouse, Emma Sims-Hilditch put together this country-inspired scheme for its master bedroom. She spoke to Arabella Youens.
Rita Konig has brought a north-facing living room to life with a lively mix of pattern and colour. Arabella Youens takes a closer look.
Tom Cox has transformed the layout of this Oxfordshire house to create one light-filled living and dining space.
Papering the walls and eaves of this guest room with a lively botanical wallpaper has lent it a summery feel. Arabella Youens takes a closer look.
Arabella Youens takes a look at a room revitalised by Meg Cunningham.
Kate Gordon, founder of London Art Studios, is — like so many of us — working from home. She spoke to Rosie Paterson about how she'd handling working in lockdown, and the need for accessible art.
