A masterful exercise in natural light and natural materials, this exquisite three-bedroom home extends the ground level of a Victorian townhouse in Edinburgh's highly sought-after Portobello neighbourhood. Sensitively extended in 2017, to the designs of Calum Duncan Architects, the living spaces unfold across 1,080 sqft internally; modern finishes are artfully paired with lovingly retained period details and a playful application of colour. Private gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped by Nick Burton with prairie-style planting, grasses and herbaceous perennials bursting from corten steel beds and borders. Numerous wild swimming spots and a wood-fired sauna are within minutes’ walk along the beach and promenade, while the city’s cultural and culinary highlights can be reached in 15 minutes by car or by train from nearby Brunstane station.