21st Century Cotswolds

Building their own home allowed the Wild family the best of both worlds – a traditional farmhouse façade and hi-tech glamour within. “Plots in the Cotswolds are like hen’s teeth,” says interiors and silverware designer J.B. Wild. “But we’d had a tip-off that this one was coming up for auction: 130 acres of fantastic land, with beautiful hedges and all well maintained. It had been in the same family for 90 years and we were lucky enough to get it,” she exclaims, still delighted at this piece of good fortune. Just a stone’s throw from Bourton-on-the Water, a village voted one of England’s prettiest, J.B., her husband, Chris, and their three children had nabbed themselves an idyllic spot – and one on which their dream to build their own home could be realised... view feature

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A House Full of Life

At the grand old 1800-century farmhouse in Espergærde, Cornelia lives with her husband Donald and their five children. The property has been renovated from floor to beam, but despite its brightened interior and new fittings, it still holds onto its historical charm through its original frame work. This clean and bright approach is even true of the bathroom, which has been decorated in a crisp monochromatic style. Not only does the home offer ample space for the large family; it even hosts both parents' businesses. Cornelia runs Casa Cornelia, a residential interiors shop from one of the wings, whilst Donald runs his business AB Horizon from his office on the second floor... view feature

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In His Jeans - Diesel

This old farmhouse and estate was rescued from building development by a leading Italian fashion designer who restored and replanted much of the vineyards which now boast award winning vintages. The old farmhouse has a large open ground floor with two hearths and a long dining table, upstairs there is a mezzanine lounging and TV space and off that a single bedroom and bathroom. The house is decorated in a rustic cowboy, rather than farming, style and has an unusual collection of taxidermy... view feature Pin It Now!