Jules’ choice: dining room lights

If you’re building a new kitchen extension, incorporate clever design elements to ensure that it’s full of natural light – all the way to the back

Regardless of the size of our outside space (or the unpredictability of the British weather), we’re always on the hunt for ways to make our table feel straight off a Pinterest mood board. Consider this your foolproof guide to creating your own, with tips from none other than hosting expert Matilda Bea

AS THE HEART OF THE HOME, THE KITCHEN CAN BE DESIGNED TO BRING THE FUN TO FAMILY LIVING, WRITES TALLULAH RUSHAYA

Lighting, materials and organisational tips for your dream space

GREAT LIGHTING IS ‘LIKE A GOOD FILM SCORE’, WITH THE POWER TO TRANSFORM THE MOOD OF ANY SPACE. AND YET IT’S OFTEN OVERLOOKED AND UNDERVALUED – TOO COLD, TOO DIM OR TOO BRIGHT. WITH ADVICE FROM LEADING DESIGNERS, TALLULAH RUSHAYA FINDS ILLUMINATION

DISCUSSING THESE POINTS BEFORE YOUR KITCHEN RENOVATION COULD HELP YOU AVOID SOME COSTLY MISTAKES