A RECONFIGURATION AND A FRESH COLOUR SCHEME HAS BROUGHT NEW LIFE TO NICOLA’S ONCE DARK AND DREARY KITCHEN

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

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

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

How a sociable couple created an entertaining space that celebrates smart design

Six key style ingredients for the heart of the home