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Filled with carefully sourced primitive antiques and Welsh decorative pieces, Dorian Bowen’s atmospheric farmstead is an authentic homage to bygone times Feature Kerryn Harper-Cuss

When Amy Eld bought her Pimlico home, its plain white walls sparked a desire to drench it in colour, before carefully furnishing it with vintage and antique treasures

Amanda Grant and Kristian Dean’s compact apartment encapsulates the essence of continental country house style. Feature Karen Darlow Photographs Matt Davis

A crumbling Dorset barn nestled in a beautiful garden has been transformed into a quirky open-plan home, filled with art and antiques. Photographs: James Balston

Inspired by their love of design, Matt and Alice Cobon have put heart and soul into creating a home that strikes the perfect balance between rural and modern living. Feature & styling Marisha Taylor. Photographs James French

May Morris, Mary Seton Watts, Margaret Macdonald… Well over a century ago, these pioneering women made a huge contribution to the Arts and Crafts movement, yet they were overshadowed by their male contemporaries. Now it’s their time to shine!

Step inside this small English property in Exmouth, and enter into the imaginative world of two remarkably independent and creative Regency women. Photographs Andreas Von Einsiedel

Immerse yourself in the opulence of Claydon House, Buckinghamshire, backdrop to the film adaptation of 'Far from the Madding Crowd'. Feature Philippa Stockley Photographs Christopher Drake

Janet Gleeson explores Waddesdon Manor, the sumptuous late 19th-century chateau built by Ferdinand de Rothschild that is a treasure trove of grand 18th-century art. Photographs Christopher Drake

Pick up a beautiful piece of vintage home-grown, post-war furniture and add sleek lines, solid construction and pleasing design to your home

Enter the delicate world of Deborah Sears’ tin-glazed ceramics. Inspired by antique English Delftware, the pieces are now treasured by a new wave of collectors

Antiques expert and author Mark Hill helps you get the best deals from online antiques auctions. Illustrations Polly Fern

Once only found in pubs and taverns, in recent years mochaware has risen through the ranks. Sophie Hannam takes a look at the history behind this iconic piece of pottery

Our columnist Luke Honey delves into the history of tartan and how to collect it...

Restorer and designer Jay Blades talks us through the best ways to upcycle old furniture using traditional methods and more sustainable fabrics and materials

Discover where to find the best copies of your favourite childhood books, elusive first editions or well-worn classics with our guide to the best antiquarian and second-hand treasure troves

Explore the charming history of sponge printing as Ellie Tennant dips into a thoroughly British pottery technique. Photographs Rachel Whiting

Discover the vast and fascinating field of Victorian watercolours with Antiques Roadshow expert Grant Ford

Maggie Stevenson explains how to make your carpets cosy, comfortable and colourful

The lighting and furniture designer tells us about his favourite possessions and new-found passion for colour

The artist and printmaker talks to H&A about her career highlights and inspiring people and places

The ceramicist on her favourite possessions, buying antiques and decorating disasters

The property guru and TV presenter talks to H&A about feats of engineering, decorating faux pas and the wonder of living in the country

Broadcaster and designer Fearne Cotton tells us about her love of old properties, maximalist wallpapers and shopping on London's Portobello Road