Create the perfect antidote to modern life by making a living room your own sanctuary where you can escape to and relax in, with furnishings and curated accessories filled with character

I started my Instagram account, @insidenumber5, to document the renovation I was working on at the time, and over the years it’s grown into something so much bigger – a community, a career and a real

Every room scheme in this smart west London home, created by Hám Interiors, illustrates how being confident with colour pays off

A lot of life happens in even the smallest sitting room. Here’s how to find the best look for you, from furniture to storage and cosy styling ideas

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This Georgian townhouse in London has been given a characterful and elegant new look – and it’s all down to the wealth of colours and materials used