WHAT’S HOT FOR HOMES AND HOW DO YOU CREATE A SPACE THAT REFLECTS YOU AS WELL AS FEELING NEW AND EXCITING? WE ASKED THE EXPERTS…

Balboa four-seater sofa in Tan saddle, £1,499; Minka ...

From a window seat overlooking the garden to a cosy hobby room, a personal retreat creates an inviting and relaxing place to take time for oneself. ‘We’ve seen a growing desire for creative sanctuarie

Cushions, rugs, upholstered stools and sofa blankets are the ingredients in a pleasing new trend

Completely serene yet also full of character, this sleep space is the ideal retreat during the busy holidays and the rest of the year

Designer Philippa Thorp has managed to satisfy a complex brief for a calm and neutral LA vibe that also incorporates colourful pop art