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Overlooking the capital’s Regent Park, this neoclassical home on Cumberland Terrace was deigned by famed Royal British architect John Nash and built in1826, and is now regarded as the most spectacular building in the area. See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe John Nash is probably most known for designing the nearby Buckingham Palace, and pioneering the Picturesque movement of architecture, which is clearly seen in this build....

‘We were smitten with the area and by the end of the weekend we had found a property to rent in a small village near to where we currently live. That was the start of a life-changing direction,’ Joanna recalls. See more stunning transformations in our gallery of World’s Best Homes Their move to a country house wasn’t immediate. Joanna’s job in fashion and Simon’s in the restaurant business meant they needed to stay in London during the week, but every weekend returned to Wiltshire for the wide rolling landscapes and peaceful slow tempo of life....

Enjoying stunning views of the Clwydian Range in north east Wales, the garden mixes romantic, cottage-style planting against formal structure. Undaunted by what was an overgrown field when they took on the property in 2008, Tom and Jennifer have transformed the garden into a romantic delight. See: Cottage garden ideas – charming cottage garden plants and design tips Along with the one-acre walled garden, is an acre around the house, which was built in 1770 and was the former laundry and dairy for Llanrhaeadr Hall, once Tom’s ancestral home....

Take inspiration from Victorian gardeners and incorporate some of their garden features into your garden ideas for your modern backyard. Here National Trust gardeners advise on some of the key elements to include if you are planning a garden with a traditional appeal. Victorian garden design ‘Victorian garden design reflects the Victorians’ love of plants, travel and innovation. These three enthusiasms combined to transform gardens in this period into spaces that celebrated ’new’ plants from all over the world – in technicolor,’ explains Rosie Fyles, head gardener at the National Trust (opens in new tab)....

So what is the right grill temperature for steak, chicken, sausages in more? We investigate here so that you can shop for and cook on the best grills with confidence. What temperature should a grill be? Do bear in mind that we can only offer approximate guidelines, based on expert advice, as each individual situation is different. Additional factors to consider when cooking include the size of your ingredients – a thick burger patty will take longer than a skinny one for example – as well as outside temperatures....

In fact, in many ways, your garden fence ideas (opens in new tab) are one of the most important features to consider – not least because it is one of the first things people notice when entering – or passing by – your home. Fence colors to avoid – 5 hues that are better left beyond your garden While knowing the front door colors to avoid is a great place to begin, it’s similarly important to know which tones the experts refrain from when painting their fences....

In all their glorious tones and tasty produce, it’s easy to see why these trees are amongst the best indoor plants of the summer. And while the growing process isn’t always as simple as it seems, it doesn’t need to be hard – especially if you’re aware of the most common mistakes to avoid. Top 5 mistakes when growing citrus inside Citrus trees need the same love and attention as your other air-cleaning indoor plants, including sunlight and the right amount of water....

If you are planning an outdoor kitchen or you’re in search of outdoor kitchen ideas and wish to be inspired, then look no further. You never know, installing an outdoor kitchen may ignite your desire to grow your own produce, so it’s worth considering creative kitchen garden ideas too. Is there anything more idyllic than growing your own vegetables, chargrilling them in your own garden and serving them out to your friends and family?...

So if you’re looking for happy room ideas, nature should be your first stop for inspiration. ‘Spending time in green space or bringing nature into your everyday life can benefit both your mental and physical wellbeing,’ say the experts at mental health charity Mind (opens in new tab). It stands to reason, then, that to be happier at home, we should look to not just decor that reflects nature but combine that with colors that make a room feel happy....

The house was built in 1905 and the Allens loved its historic detailing, but at the same time there were some areas that were in serious need of an update. There was another requirement for this busy family, too. Not only do they love to entertain friends and family at home, but they also often host meetings, events, art classes and music recitals for the larger community. This house had to be so much more than a family home and the Allens called in an interior designer to update and reconfigure the space....

For the last quarter of a century the garden has been under the care of its owners, Faith and Anthony Hallett, who have sensitively made their mark on this peaceful setting. Boasting many traditional English garden ideas, the acre-sized plot is full of delights, from the babbling stream that runs across its length, the shade cast by the majestic weeping beech tree, the sunshine soaked stone terrace, or long borders and island beds brimming with blooms....

But this decorating theme comes with a proviso. ‘The role of the fabrics is to perfect and complete the atmosphere of the house without ever betraying it,’ says Patrick. ‘We want at all costs to keep the essence, spirit and authenticity that originally charmed us.’ Their village home is a traditional bastide, with thick stone walls that have provided shelter from the strong mistral winds and respite from the summer heat for centuries....

See: our spaces section for more inspiring featured homes See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property The original house on this site was built for the Carew family in the 10th century and mentioned in the Domesday Book. However all that remains of it today are some now Grade I listed arches which stand in the garden. The fine farmhouse you see today was constructed in the 17th century, but despite its heritage (and the regular stream of architectural buffs who visit to inspect the early masonry), the house ‘was uncharismatic when we first saw it’, says the homeowner, diplomatically....

The owners, Mike and Jenny Spiller, never tire of the sight of jewel-like spring flowers surrounding their 19th century cottage. Find out how they plan and plant their succession of spring bulbs and add some of their flower bed and border designs into your own backyard ideas. The appearance of spring flowers, whether they are brightening beds and borders or naturalized within areas of long grass, signals an acceleration of growth in the garden after the dormant winter months....

See: more inspiring house tours in our Spaces section This sense of serenity, combined with plenty of scope for entertaining, was exactly what the couple were looking for when they bought the house as a retreat from their busy London lives. Although the property was tired and in need of modernisation, they were determined not to compromise its essential character. As this was the first time the couple had owned a second home, they brought with them no furniture and no preconceived ideas about how the interior should look....

When planning your bathroom ideas, working out the layout first is essential, as this will then allow for you to pick designs and objects that are suited perfectly to the exact needs of your space. A bathroom needs to be an organized space that can help you feel energized at the start of the day and calm in the evenings, so choosing a layout that finds the perfect balance between function and relaxation will always be a success....

And bedroom ideas can equally stem from a desire to create a particular mood or feel – with color the route to its creation. Color can soothe, warm, or nurture, and in doing so bring better sleep, make you feel more energized, or promote wellbeing. Here, we’ve curated bedroom color ideas to inspire your own room decor and suggested ways to color combine, too. Bedroom color ideas Our selection of bedroom color ideas are sure to inspire you, whether you are looking for bold shades for your walls, or accents to enliven a simple scheme....

The best interstate moving companies on our list pride themselves on offering great coverage countrywide (and many internationally) and fantastic customer service. They also all have a great deal of experience in the moving business and many offer specialist service add-ons that allow you to move all your high-value and fragile items safely. And if you are looking for the best ways to cut house moving costs and prefer doing your packing yourself or don’t have fixed moving plans, we’ve included a very intriguing moving option that offers maximum flexibility....

There are no rules when it comes to bohemian decor, anything goes, so feel free to mix prints, colors and textures to your heart’s content and fill your home with what you love. To help ignite your imagination we’ve rounded up an array of stylish ways to embrace the bohemian aesthetic – from the minimal, pared-back boho look for small spaces, to all-out boho living room ideas for the decor adventurous....

Out of all the kitchen ideas, Boho kitchen decor gives you the opportunity to express yourself. ‘Consider your kitchen to always be in flux: paintable materials can be updated on a whim, plug-in lamp lighting can be moved around, open storage with curtain fronts can feature an ever-changing rotation of textiles,’ says Victoria Sass, principal designer at Prospect Refuge Studio (opens in new tab). ‘You might even go so far as to design a kitchen composed of a collection of repurposed furniture pieces that can be moved around the room....