Karen Darlow

Wendy and Peter Blakeman turned a dilapidated cottage into a welcoming home using neutral paints, vintage finds and a lot of DIY

By Karen Darlow Published 2 January 19

A stunning mud and stud cottage built in the 1800s is refreshed with a new, soft interior scheme

By Karen Darlow Published 2 January 19

With painstaking craftsmanship and an eye for every detail, this characterful farmworker's cottage has been rescued from the brink of dereliction

By Karen Darlow Published 2 January 19

Christian and Jessica Fleming worked hard to make the Cotswold stone house they inherited their own, creating light, spacious interiors

By Karen Darlow Published 24 December 18

Maaike and Onno Goldbach have put their own stamp on this beautifully renovated church building in the Netherlands

By Karen Darlow Published 24 December 18

Buying a pocket-size thatched cottage in need of major repairs was a brave move for Alison and Carl Cooper, but one they’ve turned into a big success

By Karen Darlow Published 14 December 18

A traditional Cumbrian farm turns into a winter wonderland as Annabel Lewis fills it with decorative embellishments and beautiful bows

By Karen Darlow Published 3 December 18

Overflowing with creativity and decorated in a vibrant rainbow of paints, Vanessa Arbuthnott’s country home and garden is the inspirational backdrop for her distinctive textile designs

By Karen Darlow Published 17 October 18

Discover how this London townhouse was updated into a smart family home that elegantly mixes contemporary style and antique furnishings

By Karen Darlow Published 27 September 18

Luxury London department store opens its doors to modern art with a new exhibition

By Karen Darlow Published 14 September 18

Discover how this Grade II-listed townhouse awash with period features was transformed into a cosy home brimming with character

By Karen Darlow Published 4 September 18

Shopping for curtain fabrics? This historic Shropshire hall is the perfect backdrop for the latest in destination shopping

By Karen Darlow Published 18 August 18

There was already something special about this Cotswold manor house, but when Rosie Pearson moved in she was determined to add to its magic

By Karen Darlow Published 13 July 18

This week's RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show highlights the best of British – designing, growing and wartime spirit

By Karen Darlow Published 6 July 18

As the British charity the National Garden Scheme holds its annual festival this weekend, take the opportunity to explore hundreds of beautiful gardens

By Karen Darlow Published 1 June 18

Striking limited edition prints by top illustrators and designers are coming to a wall near you – at a price EVERYONE can afford

By Karen Darlow Published 21 May 18

The cost of fresh fruit and vegetables looks likely to rise after Brexit, and the solution is in your backyard

By Karen Darlow Published 4 May 18

After a five-year restoration project, the most famous glasshouse in the world will soon be open to visitors again

By Karen Darlow Published 27 April 18

Get set for outdoor living and do your bit for the environment, with cushions, rugs and throws, all made from recycled plastic

By Karen Darlow Published 21 April 18

A new Samsung and V&A collaboration ensures there’s always something good on TV

By Karen Darlow Published 6 April 18

This Somerset estate has evolved from a home into studios, a workspace, a communal family hub and the design inspiration for more than six generations

By Karen Darlow Published 22 January 18