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A boldly modern addition contrasts yet respects the inter-war existing home – the extension, with operable rear facade, provides for the family's next generation

From planning to planting, landscaping projects don't have to be as overwhelmingly difficult as they might initially seem. Here we provide some great first steps for first timers

Once this storage niche might have held placemats, or even candles, while today an electronic charging station is a far more useful inclusion

This entertainer's kitchen works hard to look simple – including adding floor to ceiling cabinetry to hide the cooking zone, bringing an illusion of more space

Well this restored classic frontage doesn't give too much away – not even a hint of the new, contemporary two-level extension at rear

A soothed mind makes for a relaxed chef, which in turn makes for an enjoyable family meal – well, whatever the reasoning, this dedicated drinks station is readily to hand

For this pool, the designer introduced an elevated wet edge pool as the main feature – this allowed the pool's wet edge to act as the safety barrier – eliminating the need for a pool fence in that area

If you’re building a two-storey home, which is often the case on today’s smaller sites, it makes sense to consider a cantilever, says Box Build

An underlit breakfast nook highlights the whimsical stools as well as the sculptural form of the island itself – furniture choices have impact

There are several reasons to have compartmentalised storage – it's easier to find stuff, it protects your drawers' contents – and it just looks way better

You can never have enough natural light and natural warmth – here, a triangular clerestory window achieves just that for this ancillary living space

Polished concrete floors and white kitchen cabinetry both contribute to the light-toned palette in this Scandinavian feel home