Showers & screens

You gather the guest list – and let the rooms define the disco

Creating a room where guests want to spend time takes the pressure off busy hosts, says Arabella Youens

Keep your GARDEN GROOVE going so you’re still frolicking with your plot right through the frosts!

Who needs a perfect rectangle when smart design, garden lights, and a firepit can turn even the quirkiest garden into the ULTIMATE HANG - OUT ?

Let colour lead the way. Mix bold florals, painted ceramics and multicoloured stripes on tableware and linens, then add extra wow with a centrepiece of paper stars. Star lanterns, £17.95 each, Paper S

Before you embark on a new bathroom, give careful thought to every aspect. Our expert guide offers top-to-bottom advice…