Colour, colour, everywhere! This month we open the doors to five houses, from a tiny terrace to a classical manor house, all revealing how their owners have used pattern and paint in individual ways to beautiful effect. Staying with this theme, be thrilled by the fascinating story of Whistler’s infamous Peacock Room, recreated at the V&A in a vision of gold and teal, and delve into the fabulous Crowson Archive of fabrics. Luke Honey opens his Cabinet of Curiosities to reveal a novel collecting area – fireworks ephemera; and elsewhere we round up our favourite UK heritage boltholes, perfect if you’re feeling the need for a breathtaking change of scene.
