As summer gives way to the return of familiar routines, our homes need to adapt too. Discover how thoughtful layouts, practical storage and flexible spaces can make everyday family life feel calmer and easier.

Destination: Home – What your summer holiday can teach you about your home renovation. Summer has a way of changing our perspective. Whether you're spending a fortnight exploring somewhere new, escaping to the seaside for a few days, or simply taking life at a slower pace, stepping away from home often helps us notice the things we take for granted. It's remarkable how often my clients return from a holiday with fresh eyes. They realise what worked beautifully in the places they stayed, what

Thermal mass is the ability of a material to absorb, store and release heat energy. This matters in summer because materials with high thermal mass — stone, concrete, tile, brick — naturally moderate temperature swings by absorbing heat during the day and releasing it slowly at night.