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Known for his generosity, Kittredge designed the compound to entertain his close friends and family, having bought the original home and surrounding land in 1984. The home is now indisputably one of the world’s best homes and has now been divided up for sale, with a separate 10-acre plot with an 8,500-square-foot home and a guesthouse independently listed and an apple orchard offered for independent sale too. Here, we take a tour of the main estate, also known as ’the compound'....

You spot a coffee table by French house Maison Baguès and a sleek chest of drawers by Carlo de Carli. Elsewhere, collectable pieces in lustrous, metallic tones pepper the interior, adding a discreet glamour (more Hollywood than Home Counties) to this Berkshire home. See more: World’s best homes – our page dedicated to fabulous properties The property The previous owners might have approved. ‘According to locals they were rather ‘jet-setty’ – there were rumours of helicopters landing on lawns,’ laughs the owner, an interiors consultant and founder of Artisanna London, which specialises in mid-century modern-inspired seating....

Kate has a knack for creating authentic and lived-in looking schemes, which are achieved by an avoidance of trends and over-styling. She instead anchors her interiors with timeless details that will never age. ‘Creating a home that feels as if it has gradually grown over time is one of the things I pride myself on. With these clients, there was also an accumulating art collection to work with,’ says Kate....

There’s the dramatic curved bay window overlooking 15 acres of land at the back of the house, the sweeping cantilevered staircase, an elegant drawing room, spacious kitchen, and a beautifully proportioned dining room, perfect for sociable dining with friends and family. It’s features like these that truly make this property one of the world’s best homes. An equally long list of essential repairs also became apparent on that first viewing but there was hardly a moment’s hesitation from Caroline and Neil....

‘The clients had seen my work from a recently completed 1905 Craftsman I had restored and then sold,’ says Jamie. ‘They reached out and wanted me to help prep the home for their upcoming move. They really connected with my intentional restoration work and my approach to honoring the authentic bones of a historic home.’ Jamie instantly loved the photos of the house. ‘It was a very well cared for Craftsman with most of the original details intact and very beautiful millwork,’ she says....

So, if you are looking for living room ideas that don’t make the TV the star of the show, these TV mounting ideas will be for you. And, of course, they can be adapted to bedrooms, kitchens and even bathrooms, too. ‘We are increasingly wiring for TVs in multiple rooms, although they may not often be used - some clients like to have the option of installing a TV later on,’ says Emma Emma Deterding, founder and creative director at Kelling Designs (opens in new tab)....

People who regard mouth-numbing heat as the key to pepper perfection will no doubt look to grow chilis with the highest numbers of Scoville Heat Units (SHU) measuring levels of capsaicin – the alkaloid responsible for ‘the burn’. For those less inclined to play with fire, there are fruity flavors for salsas or hot sauces, larger chilis for stuffing, or varieties that simply bring a subtle spicy warmth to dishes without the sting in the tail....

So what’s the secret? To learn how to grow onions you first need to know when to plant them – and that depends on the variety you choose, and where you live. When to plant onions There are three kinds of onions – long-day onions, short-day onions and day-neutral onions. The key difference between the three is the number of hours of daylight they need in order for the bulbs to form....

In order to maintain a healthy plant and a plentiful harvest of blueberries, pruning your blueberry bush is essential, and knowing when to do this will ensure for optimum growth. It is also worth learning how to grow blueberries before getting started. Tom Hilton, gardening expert at National Greenhouse (opens in new tab), says, ‘in order to grow a successful blueberry bush to keep you picking off delicious fruits for healthy treats, it’s all in the pruning to keep it alive and thriving....

Whether you’re exploring above-the-bed decor ideas or want a focal point above your dressing table – bedroom art is not a decision that should be taken lightly. The piece (or pieces) knows how to exhibit your personality while making an instant statement – but its power doesn’t end there. Instead, your chosen piece has an influence over your bedroom Feng Shui and, consequently (quite possibly) your sleep schedule. Therefore, when it comes to the biggest Feng Shui mistake to avoid, the shape of your chosen artwork matters....

There are many different options for styles, sizes or varieties of sculpture or artwork that you can use for garden decorating ideas and that can work with any type of backyard. Here, we show you some inspiring ideas, and how to style them. Yard art ideas Before you commission a bespoke piece of sculpture or artwork or rush out to buy a piece, there are a number of factors to consider....

We have spoken to experts to hear what they have to say about the top cleaning hacks such as vinegar, Bar Keepers Friend, and laundry detergent and what cleaning tips they would recommend instead. Cleaning hacks to avoid The internet can be host to a variety of cleaning miracles that could actually be catastrophes. Here are the ones to avoid. 1. Don’t use vinegar for everything Vinegar has become a cleaning staple in many homes, especially when coupled with cleaning with baking soda....

Erika Thompson, who is better known as @texasbeeworks (opens in new tab) on Instagram, has gained thousands of followers after sharing footage of her unorthodox bee colony-saving techniques in Austin, Texas. In these videos (opens in new tab), Erika saves threatened bees, which are in danger of extermination, by transporting them to a safer new home. While this is not unusual for a beekeeper, Erika’s method is certainly unique, as she often removes the bees with her bare hands, wearing nothing but her signature denim outfits....

Dutch ovens have excellent insulation properties that enable them to maintain internal temperatures while cooking, which is why they can be used to make all manner of dishes both inside the oven and on the stove. The appeal of a Dutch oven is at least partially an aesthetic one though, with a seemingly infinite range of colors and sizes to choose from. Brands like Le Creuset will allow you to invest in a range of matching pans, pots, and even mugs to complete the look in your kitchen....

Located more than two hours east of the city that never sleeps (New York City), Christie’s sprawling Bridgehampton compound has served as the star’s longtime sanctuary between her adventures around the world. ‘This home is the one place that I’ve lived the longest in my entire life,’ Christie tells H&G. ‘In my career, I traveled a lot. I actually found this house when I was pregnant with my baby, Sailor, and tried to get it ready in time for us to be here when she was born....

But… copper Christmas tree collars aren’t actually that easy to find – and those we are finding are selling out super fast. So be quick! Christmas tree collars have been popular buys for as long as we’ve bought artificial Christmas trees rather than real homes, and are a must-have for any style-conscious homeowner as they are the best – and smartest – way to cover the legs and fixings that your tree stands on....

The West Village One Morton Square high-rise is home to some of the world’s best homes, with the city-block-sized apartment building one of the most desirable property locations in New York. Here, we take a look at the details of the gut-renovated property once owned by the movie and stage star. The condo’s sale was first reported in the New York Post (opens in new tab). It boasts three bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms with spa-like amenities such as steam-showers present in two of the three suites....

So when considering kids’ room ideas, how do you create a scheme that’s both pleasing to them but has longevity, both practically and decoratively? The secret is to create a timeless space that might not see them from nursery to university, but will certainly be pleasing and enduring to both your children and you. At Sims Hilditch we are often asked to design interiors for young families. This has a bearing on our design decisions for a number of reasons, including: accessibility, storage and safety....

We took the relaunched Outsize for a spin. Besides the name difference, both models are effectively the same and have nearly identical performance specs. The key changes include an accessory update and the XL High Torque Cleaner Head had a facelift with the addition of a row of polycarbonate teeth designed to prevent tangles. Keep scrolling to find out more about this top-of-the-range cordless vacuum cleaner to see if it is for you, then, why not check out our best cordless vacuum cleaners guide for a comparison with other vacs on the market?...

Taking a peek into someone’s bathroom is rather intimate, so we were certainly surprised when notoriously private supermodel Kate Moss opened up her space for us to explore. The country bolthole is situated in the heart of the charming English Cotswolds and while we’re sure the rest of the home is gorgeous, we’re smitten with this luxe, personality-laden master bath. ‘My bathroom in the country is my favorite bathroom in the world,’ says Kate....