Issue 31 of Homeworks, out this Sunday with The Sunday Times, is all about combining the great outdoors with the in.

Architect Martin Xuereb takes the Zen route and combines the best of both the indoors and outdoors in a stunning home on the edge of Burmarrad valley.

A young couple in Madliena take seven years to successfully bring the outdoors of their expansive farmhouse in. The result: A modern family home that suits its countryside surroundings.

A highly traditional house in Sliema enjoys the freshness of a new extension designed by architect Daniel Scerri and architectural designer Maria Mercieca, making the most of the stunning garden.

In this edition, Homeworks looks at summer entertainment in the Inside Out feature.

For all those looking to create a new kitchen or even upgrade an existing one the Perfect Kitchens feature is not to be missed.

World-renowned designer Rodolfo Dordoni talks to Homeworks about his international work, as well as the latest Maltese project he is consulting on.

Walter and Patricia Cassar's garden in Madliena is the epitome of a well-tended mature garden with various functions.