Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Relaxed living…comfortable style Country Homes & Interiors is the magazine that celebrates the best of modern country decorating style. Inspired by the spirit of today's relaxed living, you'll find page upon page of gorgeous real homes, plus a fresh take on country decorating.
COUNTRY HOMES & INTERIORS
EDITOR’S LETTER
I’m,,, feeling the love
Things that make us happy... FEBRUARY
DESIGN NEWS
LIFE IN THE EAVES • Sam Nixon and her husband Grant Snowden have uncovered the original features of this period apartment and filled it with antiques to create a characterful home
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ON OUR DOORSTEP
Be inspired by SAM’S KITCHEN
FIRST CLASS • The sensitive restoration of a former village post office has delivered a new life in the country for Bee Osborn
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ON OUR DOORSTEP…
RHAPSODY IN BLUE • Timeworn accessories, grainy woods and natural materials create a unique ambience in Anneke Herbers’ atmospheric home
ON MY DOORSTEP
VINTAGE VIBE • Ann Jarvis wanted to buy and renovate a country cottage as a family retreat... but that was before she fell for the existing design of this Cotswold conversion
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HOMES SURVEY • Tell us what you think of the homes in our magazine and you could win £100-worth of Amazon vouchers
LET’S MOVE TO Whitby • A WINDSWEPT OUTPOST BRIMMING WITH CHARACTER AND WILD COASTAL WALKS
Dream homes in Whitby
“It’s hard not to melt at the sight of a seal pup” • Jane Bowden braves all weathers on Norfolk’s beaches to help protect one of the UK’s largest seal colonies
“We make clothes that remind us of our childhood ” • DESIGNER AND OWNER IMOGEN DRIVER
ON OUR DOORSTEP…
HOW TO ESTABLISH A SMALL FASHION BUSINESS • MAKE YOUR COMPANY STAND OUT FROM THE REST
Meet Maria Sigma TEXTILE DESIGNER • With her zero-waste designs and contemporary craftsmanship, Maria Sigma is creating beautiful woven textiles that feel right and relevant for 21st-century life
CH&I loves… GLOWING EMBERS • Recreate the drama of charcoal and flames with a hot take on country colours
A home in HARMONY • Create a haven to ease the soul and soothe the senses, with beauty, grace and a refined but simple touch
ALL THE DETAILS, PRODUCTS & PRICES
Everything in its PLACE • Create a sense of ease and order with simple storage tips that keep your home organised and your mind clear
Clever ways to CONFIGURE YOUR KITCHEN SPACE • TIME FOR A NEW LAYOUT? USE EXPERT DESIGN TRICKS TO MEET YOUR NEEDS AND MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FLOOR SPACE
Join the BOOK CLUB • WHEN IT COMES TO BOOKCASES WE’RE ON THE SAME PAGE AS YOU, WITH SMART SHELVING THAT DOES JUSTICE TO THE CLASSICS ON YOUR READING LIST
Brilliant BATH MATERIALS • FROM MODERN METHODS OF MAKING TO TIME-HONOURED DESIGNS, THESE ARE THE TUBS WE CAN’T WAIT TO TAKE A RELAXING DIP INTO…
Need to know... fitting your bath
Buy the best... EASY-BREEZY HOME AIR PURIFIER • POOR AIR QUALITY AFFECTS OUR HEALTH AND CAN WORSEN ALLERGY AND ASTHMA SYMPTOMS. BREATHE DEEPLY AGAIN WITH AN AIR PURIFIER
PROJECT PROFILE
Warm WELCOME • RICH COLOUR AND A BESPOKE BREAKFAST AREA BEAUTIFULLY COMPLEMENT THE KITCHEN IN THIS 450-YEAR-OLD YORKSHIRE FARMHOUSE
3 CLEVER DESIGN SOLUTIONS
THE DETAILS
Super Plant Powered
COOKS’ NOTES
Wholesome, hearty & HOME-GROWN • THE FAMOUS GARDENS AT GREAT DIXTER ARE THE SOURCE OF THE RECIPES – AND INGREDIENTS – FOR THESE SATISFYING DISHES, THE PERFECT ANTIDOTE TO A CHILLY FEBRUARY DAY
All you need to know… EXTENSIONS • A WELL-DESIGNED EXTENSION WILL ADD...