The right light

There are more than a few light-bulb moments amongst these victorious designs

A cut-crystal bed, with associated mirrors and throne, sparkled at auction earlier this month, but no glamour could beat the prize that was the Union Flag flown by HMS Spartiate at the Battle of Trafalgar

This month, shop for the perfect armchair, learn embroidery online and bring the outside in with wallpaper, mirrors and lighting designs inspired by the British countryside

Handcrafted gifts and seasonal buys from our favourite artisans, small businesses and high-street brands

With its interplay of light and shade and a focus on hand-honed natural materials, the redesign of this London townhouse by Pernille Lind is endlessly evocative

JESSICA AND ELLIOT’S BRISTOL TERRACE WAS STRIPPED BACK TO BRICK, EXTENDED AND RECONFIGURED. NOW IT’S A MODERN SPACE PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING