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 and Interiors
EDITOR’S LETTER
This month I’m… feeling festive
Things that make us happy… DECEMBER
DESIGN NEWS
VIVID VELVETS • PLUSH FABRICS WITH DELIGHTFUL DECORATIVE DESIGNS
PARISH GEM • What better place to celebrate Christmas than a beautifully restored Georgian rectory…
Be inspired by AMANDA’S KITCHEN
A CONTEMPORARY CHRISTMAS • Danielle Tolson has transformed a 1950s bungalow into a modern living space perfect for family life
Be inspired by DANIELLE’S DINING ROOM
HEART AND SOUL • A unique building that once served as a hub of local life is now a comfortable family home, thanks to Fyona and Nicholas Hill’s thoughtful renovation
Be inspired by FYONA’S BEDROOM
ALL IS CALM • Coming home for the holidays takes on a different meaning when the place you’ve bought to let becomes the bolthole on your doorstep
Be inspired by CLARA’S SITTING ROOM
LET’S MOVE TO Harrogate • RELAX IN THIS LEAFY SPA TOWN CLOSE TO THE YORKSHIRE DALES
Dream homes in Harrogate
“My festive decorations are inspired by my childhood love of Christmas” • AMY SWANN, ARTISAN
HOW TO RUN A SEASONAL BUSINESS • OUR GUIDE TO MAKING A LIVING AT KEY TIMES OF YEAR
THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR JUST £34.99
‘BEARING GIFTS WE TRAVEL AFAR’ • Beautiful, purposeful picks that help to make the world a kinder place
‘TIDINGS OF COMFORT & JOY’ • Find peace amid the festive chaos with pampering treats for mindful moments
‘JOY TO THE EARTH’ • Go wild and pack these essentials for an off-the-map adventure!
‘AND A PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE’ • Purr-fect presents for your furball families and green-fingered plant parents
‘WE ALL LIKE FIGGY PUDDING’ • Food lovers and entertainers will love these stylish and delicious treats for the table
‘GOOD TIDINGS WE BRING’ • For the doers in life - everything from crafty kits to letterbox bundles to unbox
IT’S A KIND of magic • Conjure up a world of excitement and spectacle this festive season with spellbinding looks that add a touch of wonder to your home
ALL THE DETAILS, PRODUCTS & PRICES
A FESTIVE FLOURISH • Bring your home to life this Christmas with seasonal foliage and showstopping displays of greenery
Take a SEAT • A DO-IT-ALL LIVING SPACE IS GREAT FOR FAMILY LIFE, BUT WHEN YOU’RE YEARNING FOR A MORE PEACEFUL RETREAT, A FORMAL SITTING ROOM IS YOUR IDEAL OPTION
Celebratory dining tables • LAUGH AND GATHER ALL FESTIVE SEASON LONG AROUND A STRIKING DESIGN THAT BECOMES THE FOCAL POINT FOR MAGICAL FEASTING
GOOD-LOOKING VANITIES • BRING ORDER TO YOUR BATHROOM WITH A VANITY UNIT OR WASHSTAND FOR YOUR BASIN
Bathroom mixers • WHETHER IT’S MODERN CHROME, POLISHED GOLD OR RUSTIC BRONZE, PICK A MIXER TAP THAT FLOWS WITH COUNTRY STYLE
Buy the best… SPACIOUS, FAMILY FRIDGE-FREEZERS • THE LATEST MODELS OFFER HEAPS OF STORAGE SPACE AND INNOVATIVE DESIGN TO KEEP FOOD FRESHER AND MAKE OUR LIVES EASIER
CRAFT give, love! • SPEND A GLORIOUS AFTERNOON MAKING DECORATIONS AND GIFTS FOR FRIENDS, FAMILY – AND YOUR HOME
Christmas AT CLODAGH'S • GIVE YOUR FESTIVE FEAST A LITTLE EXTRA FRUIT AND SPICE, WITH THIS INCREDIBLE MENU FROM IRISH COOK CLODAGH MCKENNA
Festive FOOD • WE ROUND UP THE VERY BEST FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS TABLE
Colour CONFIDENT • WARM HUES AND...