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

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

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

Indulge in gorgeous prints with this fun and fabulous decorating trend. Go all out with a single design to create a look that’s full of character yet still feels considered. It’s best to use this tech

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

This house had so much character and soul, we just had to buy it. When the previous owner told us she was a white witch, and that good spirits lived in the house, that clinched it for me! And she was