This month, celebrate the change in season with countryside-inspired homeware designs, learn the art of still-life oil painting and decorate with classic stripes

FROM FLOORPLANS TO FIXTURES, SWATCHES TO SAMPLES, MATERIALS TO MONEY, SERENA FOKSCHANER DELVES INTO THE DETAIL OF HOW TO FIND THE PERFECT INTERIOR DESIGNER FOR YOUR PROJECT

The homes expert offers her top tips and tricks to refresh your space

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Unusual shapes, pops of colour, delightful vignettes – all these flourishes bring joy says designer Pandora Taylor

Whether you’re craving a space to relax in or for entertaining guests, here’s our expert advice on how to create exactly the living room you want