This reimagined art-deco apartment in Paris has a refined mood underpinned by a sense of quiet strength

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Whether creating a classic or contemporary interior scheme, antiques are often mentioned by interior designers as an essential storytelling element. ‘Antiques help ground a room and give it an anchor.

Designed with a playful elegance through clever hits of colour and pattern , this Parisian abode is one very chic and happy place

Sophie Ashby tells our editor Pip Rich how she puts her richly layered rooms together – and the surprising place she finds colour inspiration

Bontempi’s Talos centres around an embrace-like middle that can make your living room feel like a hug