The big ticket: curtains

Beautiful window treatments frame views, filter light, offer insulation and afford privacy, and looking to the past for inspiration can help with the right styling and making the most of the proportions of a period home

With their mesmerising interplay of abstract forms and kaleidoscopic colours, these large-scale geometrics set the tone for a dynamic interior

Whether you want to highlight original features such as cornices, dadoes and skirtings, or need to disguise an awkwardly shaped wall, there are tricks to place the focus just where you want it, say our trio of pros

Inspiration for a beautiful abode

Create a new look with furniture covers and curtains from Plumbs

In addition to bringing an interior to life, art is also the detail that ensures a scheme feels completely unique