The English Home

The English Home brings you seasonal British design and lifestyle throughout the year. Every issue includes quintessentially British kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and living rooms, with useful advice from leading interior designers and architects on how to achieve classic, elegant style.

A letter from home

THE ENGLISH HOME

NOTEBOOK • People to watch and places to visit, inspiring buys from new collections, lamps of distinction, homeware inspired by Persian rug colours, and more

PEOPLE & PLACES • Covetable new launches by talented makers and elite brands, creative collaborations, landmark anniversaries and unmissable events

DESIGN DISCOVERIES • Familiar patterns and nostalgic motifs are reimagined for eclectic schemes, ready to be mixed with characterful contemporary pieces that add a whimsical talking point

LIGHT ELEVATION • Opt for a table lamp with a striking colour, shape or material to create a tabletop feature

A TAPESTRY OF COLOURS • Persian rugs are a strong base for classic schemes, with many and varied rich hues such as rusty reds, inky blues, olive greens and ochre yellows to draw on

THE EDIT • Refresh interiors with soft and hard flooring options, update seating and make the most of life in the garden with an outdoor kitchen

Unexpected TREASURE • This once unprepossessing 1950s former rectory in Dorset has been transformed into a chic and colour-filled abode under the thoughtful eyes of Carina and Martin Syms

All in the DETAIL • Nell and Pete Hegarty elevated the period charm of their family home by embracing its individuality – with help from interior designer Polly Ashman

Country STYLE • Warm and inviting, Charlotte Boundy’s comfortable Victorian terrace in London is the epitome of country charm, brimming with cherished collections and a mix of treasured antiques

PURE & SIMPLE • Organic materials paired with a calming palette bring a sense of understated elegance to this early-18th-century stone house in Rutland

STYLE INSPIRATION • Celebrate 25 years of exemplary craftsmanship from British brands, plus expert advice on colour confidence, bespoke ways to tailor the home and beautiful window treatments

TRIO of DELIGHTS • Three of our favourite, enduring wallpapers showcased in three different ways to highlight the versatility and power of beautiful design

25 years CRAFTSMANSHIP • As The English Home celebrates its silver anniversary, we look at British brands we have admired over the years. From renowned stalwarts of the design industry, to newcomers combining innovation and heritage skills, they all have a love of craftsmanship at their heart

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF AN ENGLISH HOME CONSIDERING COLOUR • In an ongoing series exploring the idea that a finely-tuned symphony of form and function provides a truly characterful place to live, we spotlight the impact of colour

TAILOR MADE • Bespoke solutions are the perfect way to elevate comfort, practicality and individuality in any home

WINDOW DRESSING • Expert advice on how to choose the best curtains, blinds and treatments to suit different window shapes and styles

LIVING THE SEASON • Head outdoors to enjoy autumn’s glorious sights and colours, explore locations with links to England’s great authors and glean inspiration from iconic English gardens

In tune with NATURE • Embrace seasonal living and enjoy the harvests and sights of September

BEYOND THE PAGES • Visit English counties associated with some of Britain’s best-loved authors to discover how the beauty, drama and history of their surroundings provided inspiration for their literary masterpieces

ICONIC GARDENS TO VISIT • Exemplary English gardens to explore for inspiring planting and design ideas to take back...