Classic Interiors

The chimneypiece by Sir John Soane that still inspires designers to this day

The reductivist simplicity of a chimney piece designed 200 years ago by Sir John Soane explains the architect’s reputation as a founding father of Modernism.

Four ways to give your bedroom the luxury hotel treatment

Giles Kime explains how hotels can teach us to be ahead of inspirational design trends and how we can make our bedrooms design masterpieces.

By Giles Kime Published 12 May 23
A rare look back at Hatfield House's Grand Staircase, one of the finest of its type in existence, as it appeared in 1927

In a few weeks' time the Game Fair will take place at Hatfield House in Hertfordshire — something which prompted us to take a look back at one of the most extraordinary features of this great country house.

By Country Life Published 10 July 19
How William Morris transformed his London home: 'Let us hope we shall all grow younger there, my dear'

William Morris's London home was just as remarkable as his country houses, as Clive Aslet discovered during a visit to the new exhibition at Kelmscott House.

By Clive Aslet Published 29 May 19
The joy of the orangery, and how an 18th century practicality became 21st century luxury

An orangery is a joy, whether you use it for growing fruit or merely as a perfect way to link your garden to the rest of your house.

By Toby Keel Published 22 May 19
Art Deco kitchens: How a touch of 1920s glamour and dash can lift your most-used room

Having a touch of classic inspiration isn't necessarily about recreating a look from the past — it can be as simple as taking a few details here and there, as Giles Kime explains.

By Giles Kime Published 8 May 19

Classic Interiors

Classic Interiors

The chimneypiece by Sir John Soane that still inspires designers to this day

Four ways to give your bedroom the luxury hotel treatment

A rare look back at Hatfield House's Grand Staircase, one of the finest of its type in existence, as it appeared in 1927

How William Morris transformed his London home: 'Let us hope we shall all grow younger there, my dear'

The joy of the orangery, and how an 18th century practicality became 21st century luxury

Art Deco kitchens: How a touch of 1920s glamour and dash can lift your most-used room

A classic 19th century Italianate bedroom in an Irish country house, proving that sometimes more is more

A drawing room and kitchen-family room which show just what is possible when you blend old and new

A classic 1930s bathroom with exotic charm and an unexpected touch of bling