Christabel Chubb

6 days ago | houseandgarden.co.uk | Christabel Chubb

Leo Wood and Rupert Scott's house in south LondonELLEN CHRISTINA HANCOCKFor many aspiring homeowners the opportunity to build your own house from scratch is a deeply appealing one. After all, while there is certainly a charm to a house with history, the classic Victorian or Georgian terraces weren't built to suit life today; our needs and tastes have changed in myriad ways since these houses were designed.

1 week ago | houseandgarden.co.uk | Christabel Chubb

The Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show, is one of the most highly anticipated events in any garden enthusiast's calendar. The five-day event, which this year is taking place from 20th - 24th May 2025, is an unmissable opportunity to see some of the most beautifully planned gardens from the most exciting players in the industry.

1 week ago | houseandgarden.co.uk | Christabel Chubb

Aviva Halter created the bespoke Aga splashback tiles in this Queen Anne House decorated by Carlos Garcia. Paul MasseyDelft pottery has long been a favourite among collectors and decorators alike. Characterised by its distinctive blue and white cobalt oxide decoration, the pottery dates back to the 17th century. During this time, the Dutch city of Delft took a particular interest in highly decorated Chinese porcelain that was coming over from the east.

1 week ago | houseandgarden.co.uk | Christabel Chubb

If the English style of decorating can be defined by two recurring motifs, it is florals and stripes, and both feature heavily in the hot-off-the-press collaboration between John Lewis and Sanderson. The collection, which marks the high street furniture brand's largest to date, and the historic wallpaper and fabric company's first ever high street range, comprises over 200 pieces of furniture, textiles, lighting and accessories.

1 week ago | houseandgarden.co.uk | Christabel Chubb

Much in the same way that many of us have a favourite fail-safe paint colour to which we frequently turn, a familiar fabric can provide a huge amount of relief when decorating a space. As much as we all like to experiment with new things – a bold wallpaper, a patterned fabric or a new paint colour – we are also designed to find comfort and safety in the familiar.