Where the $ symbol actually comes from
Why is the $ sign an S? What does 'dollar' even mean? In this video, I answer both of those questions, while also explaining what the British pound is a…
Why is the $ sign an S? What does 'dollar' even mean? In this video, I answer both of those questions, while also explaining what the British pound is a…
Interior designer Tamsin Saunders welcomes House & Garden into her cottage tucked away in the riverside town of Richmond. Tamsin gives us a tour of her once-neglected London home, which…
Interior designer Louisa Greville Williams welcomes House & Garden into her riverside flat in London. A rural idyll runs floor to ceiling inside Louisa’s flat: from the chintzy sofa in…
I should probably mention that there were in fact two Norman Wilkinsons working in Britain as illustrators in the same period. So if you come across a few decidedly more…
Pride and Prejudice was published over 200 years ago in 1813. It's an archetypal love story, but also an acute direction of Regency era society. But what hidden messages are…
Summer has arrived at Longmeadow and the garden is overflowing with color and life. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between a gardener's plans and nature's own ideas.…
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The surprise return of beavers to the British countryside brings benefits and controversy for humans and wildlife alike. The work of these famously busy rodents increases local biodiversity, reduces storm-induced…
Having waded through a renovation that ended up being far more than just cosmetic, Phoebe has shaped her home around a passion for hosting. From the striking Rosso Levanto marble…
Set within the iconic Florain Court Art Deco building in Central London, this 24sqm/258sqft micro apartment is home to two artists seeking a peaceful contrast to their vibrant art studios.…