The ‘Cleopatra and Frankenstein’ author’s second novel shows women facing the aftermath of addiction and bereavement
Swedish interiors expert Frida Ramstedt helps resolve design dilemmas without the need to start afresh
Culled from a decade of diary entries, this ‘experimental fiction’ is full of fun — and frustration
After reviving lifeless soil, like Vita Sackville-West, the pair created different outdoor ‘rooms’ for themed planting
The novel’s female rector protagonist faces a difficult decision in a world of fast-changing mores
Stephanie Bishop weaves a literary thriller from a story of seduction, success and simmering resentment
Based on a real individual, this is a quietly compelling portrait of a woman who has devoted her working life to racehorses
A 10-year project has made the gardens and wild areas of Gloucestershire property a haven of biodiversity
A converted former warehouse combines Douglas fir with white steel for dramatic effect in the heart of London’s Islington
Impressive 18th-century shipbuilder’s house had most recently been used — and architecturally abused — as a hotel conference centre
Newly constructed property cleverly reused original materials to blend in with its pristine Victorian neighbours
A-frame house uses an energy storing Trombe wall as well as a heat pump and locally sourced timber fuel to help minimise its carbon footprint
An artist restored the 18th-century grand residence to become both home and studio
The once overgrown plot, immortalised by Frances Hodgson Burnett, is enjoyed by residents of the now converted country house where the author lived
The original millrace was replaced with indoor and outdoor swimming pools
North Island couple have spent past four decades perfecting their grounds with a wealth of bird- and people- attracting plants
After playing a vital wartime role, this Washington mansion was transformed with luxury features and given a classical European aesthetic
On the market, this secluded West Sussex cottage has been renovated but retains many original features — including wonky walls and uneven York stone floors
Encircled by its own forest, this peaceful property that brings the outside in is on the market
Built by a music mogul, this sustainable property on the Great Barrier Reef is on the market
Heritage property near Siena has been transformed, retaining many original features
Encased in glass, the eco-home also has spectacular natural views of water and fields
A grand Atlanta property that was shifted down the road to avoid demolition is on the market for $1.6m
Artist Stuart McAlpine Miller’s reimagined country pile is for sale adorned with his eye-catching work
Those who are furloughed or unemployed find the experience is useful — and it boosts wellbeing
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