True blue, baby

THEY’D NO LONGER BE MEEK AND MILD. THIS SEASON, DESIGNERS ARE FAVOURING A BOLDER TAKE ON PAINT SHADES AND CREATING HARMONY WITH NEUTRAL FURNISHINGS

There’s a science and an art to using colour in the home, but there's no need to fear bolder shades, says the author of a new book

HOMES Inspiration for a beautiful abode

From toddler chic to teen cool, these must-have rooms hit every design note

Unite past and present for this spin on mid-century style. The sleek designs of the 50s, 60s and 70s are enduring favourites and, this season, they’ve been reimagined. Team retro shapes, like oval tab

Natural shades such as stone, clay and sand, plus subtle touches of green, work together to create a calm, grounded feel. These colours echo the changing season and help transform your home into a hav