Sunny additions to the table to set up brunch with style Our favourite things to make dark mornings feel brighter Boost your mood with calming self-care Cosy up with cushions, throws and a cuppa Inves

From sculptural lamps to soft pools of glow… here’s how to chase away the January gloom with the flick of a switch

Marmont diner pendant light, £210; Ivory and Black toile print vase, £45; Teal Blue Venezia poster-style wall art, £50; Voluptuous table lamp in Green & White Garden Room, £65, all House Llewelyn-Bowe

Refresh for less with these quick-fix ideas and savvy buys

The lull between Christmas and New Year is the perfect time to slow down and keep things simple in the kitchen. These comforting, budget-friendly ideas make the most of what you already have at home.

Ushering in the New Year are the Decorative Fair, brimming with good-quality antiques, and the London Art Fair, with its tradition of tipping artists in the early stages of their career