What is it about country interiors that makes us feel instantly relaxed? Perhaps it’s the squishy sofas and plump armchairs where comfort is key, the characterful features of rural properties, or the

Studio Doherty chose this exact shade of Granny Smith green for its crisp, fresh and energising powers

In the process of updating her 18th-century home, this owner found herself unexpectedly drawn to bright patterns and lively colours, bringing warmth and joy into the hubbub of their cosy family space

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

Inspiration for a beautiful abode

Take the plunge with a highly saturated shade that is both deep and vibrant. This sumptuous teal, Mylands’ Colour of the Year, has been chosen ‘for its cocooning nature and sense of balance. Rather th