Modern Coastal

In an extract from Classic by Design, the latest book to chronicle Michael S Smith's work, Andrew Ferren introduces a beautiful Mallorcan house

This rare mid-century beach house by the dean of East Hampton architecture Alfred Scheffer has been sensitively restored and imbued with a feeling of lightness and optimism by the designer David Netto

Not consciously in the market for a new project, the furniture designers Russell Pinch and Oona Bannon nevertheless fell for the possibilities offered by Devon farm buildings once used as an ice-cream factory. The resulting interiors reflect their great passion for detail, materials and craftsmanship

Seeking to create a house worthy of this extraordinary marshland site on the Isle of Wight, the owner was in no doubt that architect Níall McLaughlin was the ideal person for the job. His emphasis on the feeling of a space rather than on any particular style has resulted in a spectacular design

A trend forecaster's flint-fronted cottage where she has installed quiet, contemporary interiors informed by her time designing accessories for Ralph Lauren

When interior designer Kelly Wearstler saw the potential this midcentury beach house had, she knew it was an opportunity to create a peaceful retreat for her family to come together in

In an extract from Dominic Bradbury’s new book ‘Dungeness: Coastal Architecture’, we take a look around a charming cottage at the foot of a lighthouse in a town full of exciting architecture

Having lived in this house in Cornwall for two years, the owners of the coastal retreat knew exactly what they wanted from its redecoration – stylish but robust and family-friendly interiors, which would enhance the spectacular ocean views

Just across the river from the Dominican Republic holiday home of her childhood, Kyra Montagu has created a very different haven of calm and simplicity, with a focus on spirituality and holistic living in harmony with its Caribbean setting.