The heart of the home should be a cosy space that draws you in, particularly at the most festive time of the year

Six key style ingredients for the heart of the home

The kitchen is where guests instinctively gather at parties, so design an inviting layout where style and sociability meet, whatever the occasion

The latest fireplaces, stoves and fireside accessories, selected by Amelia Thorpe

Your walls are the greatest canvas with which to express the personality of your home, so don’t let them be dull

Spread the sparkle and add a fresh twist to your Xmas decorations this year