The countryside has always held appeal for those trapped in the urban jungle. With a greater appetite for 'authentic' experiences and inspiration, metropolitan talents eager to escape the 24/7 stimuli that cities can bring are setting up studios far from the madding crowd.

Celebrating this new breed of creatives and artists, Creative Living Country is an intimate look at the interiors, lifestyles and houses belonging to a wide range of makers.

Author:

Chloe Grimshaw is an independent writer whose articles on art, design, travel and interiors have appeared in a variety of publications, including the Daily Telegraph, Sunday Times, The Independent and Elle Decoration.

Luke White is a photographer specializing in interiors, portraits and travel.