Design
Thrills and Skills: Key Trends from Collect 2025
The London craft fair is the world’s leading showcase for contemporary creativity. Super-sizing, surprising textures and playful trompe l’oeil were among the themes to watch this year
House Style: Laura Hammett
The interior designer on the enduring allure of classical architecture – and why creating a cat room might be her wildest job yet
Super Natural: The Ultimate Mallorcan Villa
Designed in harmony with its mountain surroundings, yet with spectacular bespoke interiors, this one-off home in prestigious Son Vida offers contemporary luxury and a genuine sense of escape
Jane Austen’s guide to the property market
The author of Pride and Prejudice was born 250 years ago – yet many of us are still charmed by the novel’s grand houses as well as its memorable characters. So where might the Bennet sisters and Mr Darcy be living today?
Return of the natives: the growth of indigenous plants
Reintroducing beautiful flowers, herbs and grasses that have adapted to our climate is more than a horticultural fad: it’s a low-maintenance, eco-friendly alternative to cultivating exotic species
Collection Time: Emma Sims-Hilditch on Art In The Home
Create collages, choose the ideal lighting and focus on pieces you love – the founder of the Sims Hilditch interior design studio explains how artworks can transform a scheme
Five of the Best Interior Designers for 2025
Our pick of the bunch have international roots – and a talent for creating spectacular effects with a story to tell
Here to stay: the rise of the independent guesthouse
From Cape Cod to the English countryside, homeowners are increasingly choosing to put up friends and family in luxuriously appointed standalone accommodation – offering privacy and independence for all
Life Goals: The Latest Wellness Must-haves
Garden spas with high-tech saunas and ice baths, lifestyle suites with medical-grade hyperbaric chambers – home fitness facilities are enjoying an upgrade as anti-ageing science hits the headlines
House style: Brigitta Spinocchia Freund
The renowned interior designer on mixing vintage and contemporary finds, the importance of supporting fresh talent – and her cabinet of curiosities
Chalet Style: Andrew Laughland
From installing a five-storey slide to creating a subterranean golf simulator, Laughland Jones is at the forefront of quirky Alpine property design. Andrew Laughland explains why precise planning and local connections are essential for a successful scheme
Placemaking: Bringing New Life to London
Meet the visionaries creating thriving communities across the capital – from The Whiteley to Battersea Power Station
Tradition with a Twist: A Superb Home in Surrey
Set amid 35 acres of glorious countryside, Millhanger Farmhouse offers Arts and Crafts architectural grandeur, luxurious contemporary comfort and eco-efficiency under one roof
House style: Flora Soames
The interior designer on her passion for British craftsmanship, obsessive collecting – and how style evolves throughout our lives
Portfolio: The Ski Edition
Our first special issue of Portfolio magazine, available in print and digital. Request your copy today
Tablescaping: How To Achieve The Perfect Setting
An artfully dressed table makes for a memorable Christmas party. Here, styling experts offer tips for creating an atmospheric arrangement
Still sparking joy: the lasting appeal of Georgian homes
The Georgian Group’s annual architectural awards celebrate the finest restorations and new-builds in the nation’s favourite style
My country life: Arthur Parkinson
The talented gardener on his bond with his chickens, Cotswolds life – and why cups of tea matter
Homes for hire: hosting a location shoot
Could your house be a star of the screen, the backdrop to an ad campaign or the venue for a brand event? Here’s how to put your property in the spotlight
Sofas are the new kitchen islands, says designer Tom Dixon
One of the world’s most celebrated innovators, the British maverick creates bold products that are always ahead of interiors trends. Here he explains how sustainability is powering his portable lighting and why newness is all
House style: Suzy Hoodless
The influential London-based interior designer on her love of contemporary art and Scandinavian furniture – and the joy of a dream client
The lost gardens of London
Glorious parkland is one of the UK capital’s most prized attractions – but a new exhibition tells the intriguing story of green spaces that no longer exist, from one of Prince Albert’s pet projects to a forgotten zoo
Belgravian Rhapsody
The distinguished British jewellery designer Elizabeth Gage explains her approach to interiors – and why she loves her home in one of London’s most charming enclaves
Sophie Paterson on how to style your home for sales appeal
It's more than just freshening up the paintwork and investing in gorgeous greenery. Luxury interiors expert Sophie Paterson offers her tips for making your home stand out and sell faster
House style: Philippa Thorp
The interiors expert on finding a happy balance between old and new, and why it's vital to design for longevity
Minimalist or maximalist – which are you?
One person’s carefully curated interior is another’s cluttered mess. Two homeowners with very different aesthetics argue their corner
Creating the perfect hobby room
Whether you’re passionate about wine or flowers, fishing or golf, a space dedicated to your favourite pursuit is the latest home design trend
To the manor drawn
An increasing number of historic houses are appearing on the lettings market, catering to a new breed of renter who wants to enjoy the rural idyll – without committing to a vast country pile
My Country Life: Rosebie Morton of The Real Flower Company
The florist tells Portfolio about the joys of living on a farm in the South Downs National Park and how she still draws inspiration from her grandmother’s rose garden
My other kitchen is outside
Even the Great British weather cannot dampen our enthusiasm for open-air cooking and entertaining – and companies are responding to the demands of budding wild chefs with an increasing array of aspirational kit
