The impressive property is home to Viscount and Viscountess Hinchingbrooke, Julie Montagu – the American entrepreneur – and daughter-in-law of the Earl and Countess of Sandwich. Julie has recently launched a new YouTube series, aptly named American Viscountess, which offers an insight into the Illinois-native’s home – and celebrates Britain’s most magnificent country houses – and some of the world’s best homes. However, you don’t need to wait for the show for an insight into Mapperton Estate....

With its three ornate fireplaces and luxe terraces, this home is an Italian jewel amongst Connecticut’s verdant countryside. Here, we take a tour of Mark Twain’s final home. Writer Samuel Langhorne Clemens, who is best known by his pen name, Mark Twain, was among the most influential humorists and publishers of the late nineteenth century. He is recognized as the ‘greatest humorist the United States has produced’ and was labeled as ’the father of American literature by writer William Faulkner....

With its ‘gentleman’s room,’ private bar, and an aquarium-style space with a saltwater triangular fish tank – the home is one of the most exciting in Flordia – and one of the world’s best homes. Shaquille O’Neal, the retired NBA star and astute businessman, purchased the home in 1993 for $3.95 million. The estate became just one of the homes in his extensive collection of homes around the US. He also owned this resort-like home in California which sold earlier this year....

‘When designing a home, it is important to consider the exterior space to ensure that it fits harmoniously with the interiors. In order to bring the whole home together, the garden space should be an extension of the indoor space,’ says interior designer Emma Sims Hilditch of Sims Hilditch (opens in new tab). ‘When seeking colors for the garden, just think of creating flow between the two spaces to create cohesion....

Burleigh may have already made royal waves this summer, but they’re setting interior design trends this autumn with their new ceramics collection in collaboration with Craven Dunnill Jackfield. Together, Burleigh and the 150-year old bespoke tile producer have joined forces to create seven unique tiles that celebrate their century-old expertise. Of course, we can’t ever know for sure, but we wouldn’t be surprised to see these prints in the Duchess of Sussex’s bathroom....

The beds comes in plain, bold colours or beautiful British tweed for a modern heritage look, perfect for any modern farmhouse home or country pad, and everything has been considered, from style to performance. See our news section for more expert interiors tips, product launches, and luxury travel and property updates To perfect their design, founders Nick Lambert and Chris Dumas worked very closely with a veterinary surgeon trialling dozens of prototypes on numerous four-legged product testers....

The co-founder of Magnolia, Joanna Gaines, has a way of kickstarting design movements – from her signature industrial-country aesthetic to her popular storage solutions. However, it is her accent wall ideas that, we predict, will become the next interior design trend to go viral. In an episode of Fixer Upper: Welcome Home titled ‘Mediterranean Money Pit,’ Joanna rewrote the concept of the accent wall by creating a living room feature wall from exposed stone from the house’s exterior....

Having tested both the best juicers and the best blenders, we think both appliances play an indispensable part in any kitchen. And while blenders do so much more than make smoothies, there’s no denying that homemade juice from a juicer also tastes more like you might expect from your favorite freshly-pressed store-bought juice. However, there is more to both appliances, and if you only have space for one, it’s important to know all the distinctions and which one works best for which funciton....

However, if you’re someone who doesn’t want the clutter that can come with a multifaceted hand blender, or you already have one of the best food processors or best hand mixers in your arsenal, you may not need to pick up an immersion blender with all the extras. All you might be looking for is an excellent hand blender that works wonders on hot soups, and won’t scratch up your favorite pans....

See: Luxury Page8 hotel collaborate with National Portrait Gallery for David Hockney exhibition With world-class shopping, a plethora of art galleries and museums, and some of the best restaurants (70 Micheline-starred eateries) and cocktail bars, you can’t go wrong. We’ve rounded up six luxury London staycation options below for inspiration for your next getaway. Time to get packing… TREEHOUSE LONDON Offering laid-back luxury in rustic and playful surroundings in vibrant Marylebone, the hotel offers sweeping views of the city and features an abundance of charming amenities and events programme, including: cosy guest rooms with cuckoo clocks and sleeping bag throws, resident horticulturalists who give tours of local gardens, book clubs and poetry slams....

The Hollywood A-listers built their version of one of the world’s best homes in 2014, on six acres of land in the exclusive gated community close to Mulholland Drive. Neighbors include Denzel Washington, Justin Bieber, and British veteran rocker, Rod Stewart. Designed by architect Richard Landry, the 30,500 sqft property is made up of the main house, guesthouse, poolside cabana and viewing pavilion – not to mention a five-hole golf course and a skateboard park....

Although it takes up a considerable amount of countertop space, especially for kitchens in urban homes, its versatile functionality removes the need to own other specialized cooking appliances and the pot and accessories are dishwasher safe which makes for easy cleanup. As opposed to many of the best Instant Pots, the Ninja Foodi XL has just one lid that can pressure cook and also air fry. During this review, we tried all three main cooking functions the product offers and used all of the included accessories to make shredded chicken, a complete salmon meal with quinoa and Brussels sprouts, a sweet cinnamon bun dessert, and potato wedges....

Pantone’s Executive Director, Leatrice Eiseman, praised the shade for its trustworthiness and ability to provoke a ‘novel perspective’ in the year ahead – but what does this mean for our decorating ideas? Naturally, this color trend-setter is set to make waves in all rooms – from a statement wall to a piece of accent furniture. However, while the shade has approval in the interior world, we asked, how will this affect your space psychologically?...

Beloved by decor enthusiasts, this versatile hue is the basis of all grey living room ideas and has set design trends across recent seasons – yet its treasured power shows no signs of wavering. Instead, John Lewis (opens in new tab) revealed their gray sofa sales have increased by 117% compared to last year, while Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin, announced the gray Truman (opens in new tab) (below) is the label’s best-selling sofa....

Rather than declaring one significant shade as a leader in upcoming interior design trends, Lick has released a palette comprising eight shades that all have core themes in common. The label hopes that every hue will prompt us to reconnect with our surroundings, prompting us to slow down to celebrate sustainable design and biophilia. Lick’s 2023 color palette The themes behind the palette have never felt quite so apt. They follow the rise of biophilia and slow design that mirrors the desire to be more emotionally and physically connected to our surroundings....

See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The house’s New York-based owner tapped interior design studio Violet & George to create the high-style yet homely London pad. The house perfectly blends formal and informal spaces, with a cosy study and a chic library offering stylish reading retreats. Design-wise, the spaces are traditional yet kept modern with colorful contemporary prints on soft furnishings. Many rooms in the house exhibit this masterful mix of old and new style, with the master bedroom pairing floral vallances with a faux marble backdrop....

When the bulbs have passed their best, deconstruct the wreath. You could plant the bulbs in the garden straightaway, or store the bulbs in a potting shed or dark cupboard until ready to plant out next year. This is an easy weekend project that will take less than an hour to put together. Just be sure you have all the elements to hand before you start. Discover more Easter decorating ideas in our inspiring gallery – you’ll find everything from easy buys and makes to more step by steps....

‘The eight acres of InSitu are designed as a series of twelve-plus garden rooms that are harmonious with a spiritual quality that inspires the visitor to relax and form a deeper connection to the land,’ notes designer at Land Morphology (opens in new tab) Richard Hartlage. Eight water features, an outdoor kitchen, recreational facilities, arbors, walls, portals, terraces, and walks provide a rich mix of experiences. The garden was designed over an impressive thirteen-year period....

You will see the biggest return on your investment with these if your home is in a higher price bracket, but refined architectural detailing will elevate the look and perceived value of all homes. Architectural features that add value to a home Adding or emphasizing any of these features is one of the best ways to add value. Give them a special consideration if you are revamping your home ahead of a sale....

As she and her husband Peter have had more than 10 rooms to refresh, Charlotte has spent quite a few hours in the attic. ‘I’d show my treasures to my mother-in-law Janie, and everything I found would spark some wonderful tale about what it was used for in the past,’ she adds. Peter and Charlotte began their renovation of one of the world’s best homes – Frampton Court (opens in new tab) in Gloucestershire in the heart of the English countryside – in July 2020....