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How to make the most out of small spaces using bright colours, according to interior designersCombat the temperamental British weather and topsy-turvy news cycle with brightly-coloured walls — even in the smallest of spaces.
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The best of British: How home-grown stone will be one of the stars on the Country Life stand at the Chelsea Flower ShowPresented by Artorius Faber
Country Life's stand at RHS Chelsea will celebrate the beauty of Artorius Faber’s home-grown stone.
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The art of the hand: George Saumarez Smith's design for Country Life at ChelseaPresented by Adam Architecture
George Saumarez Smith will demonstrate the power of pen and pencil when Country Life unveils his hand-drawn design for its stand at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
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Corinne Julius: Heritage craft is under serious threat because young people are discouraged from working with their handsIf we don't 'save our skills' we will lose them forever — and that would be a crying shame, says Corinne Julius.
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George Saumarez Smith: ‘My sketchbooks are full of measured drawings of buildings from all over the world’The architect talks to Lotte Brundle about the death of his brother, designing the Country Life stand for RHS Chelsea Flower Show, and his Consuming Passions.
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How the late great Lee Alexander McQueen is supporting the next generation of fearless artists with the renovation of two listed townhouses in TottenhamThe two historic Grade II-listed Georgian townhouses are now subsidised studios, exhibitions, and workshops. Grace McCloud reports on the renovation project.
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Timeless, sustainable, and with understated style: Why go to Carrara when you can shop British stone?The time for pearly white surfaces is over, let’s make room for more interesting home-grown limestones in pinks, browns and greys, says Arabella Youens.
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'There is much to be said for decorating slowly and allowing layers to build up gradually': Country Life's Chelsea Flower Show stand designer opens the doors to his own Winchester homeThe architect George Saumarez Smith describes how he created a home by slow evolution, rather than revolution
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What is the secret to choosing colours that are sympathetic to the past?Natural-paint manufacturer Edward Bulmer has teamed up with Laura Cavendish, Countess of Burlington, to produce 24 new colours inspired by Chatsworth House.
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How the founders of Weaver Green turned a Victorian cricket pavilion into the perfect off-grid escapeThis restored cricket pavilion is the perfect escape from the demands of busy lives, finds Arabella Youens. Photographs by Simon Brown.
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Reader event report: An eye to the future at DaylesfordThe magnificent Heritage Barn at Daylesford in the Cotswolds was the setting for an event at which five specialists with a deep understanding of country properties shared their expertise.
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The Bannerman's Somerset home is the best of both worldsAre chilly drafts and tepid baths a price to be paid for the pleasures of living in an old house? Not at Julian and Isabel Bannerman's toasty Somerset home.
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Giles Kime: What the perplexing language used to describe modern interior design actually meansOur Interiors Editor provides a handy definition for some of the industries most befuddling terms and phrases. Because often 'historic' actually just means 'old'.
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The revival of interest in folk art is fueling a new fascination with the art of decorating wagonsThree devotees share their enthusiasm with Arabella Youens.
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What do you get when you cross classic English country house style with a French château kitchen?The layout of this French château kitchen was influenced by English country-house style.
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Celebrating the superwomen who've shaped the world of designLast month, Hector Finch hosted an event at London Design Week that explored the way that women have shaped 21st-century interior design.
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The craft renaissance, with Giles KimeCountry Life's interiors expert Giles Kime joins James Fisher on the Country Life Podcast to talk about the amazing work being done across Britain — and how those who are doing it are recognised in the Country Life Top 100.
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In search of the perfect country house games roomA country house is never truly complete without a games room. Julie Harding picks out her favourites on the market right now.
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Swap out the chintz for corduroy: How to create a calming and characterful country retreatThe owners of this 19th century cottage turned to Studio Squire for a quick and comprehensive renovation.
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The best country house specialists in Britain, from artists, stonemasons and joiners to builders and paint specialists
There's been a huge amount of change among the specialists listed in the Country Life Top 100 for 2026. These are the inspiring people and companies which made it.
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The best interior designers in BritainThe classic English Country House style is perennially popular. Here's our pick of the best interior designers in Britain, fully revised and updated for 2026.
