t was this time last year that my husband and I began renovations on our home. I admit, this is not the most revolutionary story to share – the builders that solely focuses on houses – fifteen of them to be exact – and the lessons we can learn from each of them. Whether you’re at the early mood-board stage, working out where to put your plug sockets (turns out you can never have too many) or busy sourcing furniture and lighting, this issue is for those seeking creative ideas and takeaways. From a Georgian townhouse rich in colour on the island of Jersey (p48) and a rustic former fisherman’s loft in North Cornwall (p160) to projects further afield, such as the beautiful house in East Hampton that is filled with pattern (p10) and an apartment that nods to maximalism in Italy (p132), we’ve got all styles and project types covered – not to mention our shopping inspiration pages to help you source the very best for your home.
