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‘It is worth making the most of daily rituals. It’s also worth making sure our equipment is up to scratch’
‘We hope the new dog bed will tempt Merlin away from sleeping between us in our own bed, legs 90 degrees in the air’
Don’t base a room’s decor around a rug — wait until the end to add it and pull the look together
‘That overdone, karate-chopped thing is naff because it’s too primped, aggressive and regimental’
‘As usual it’s about balance. In a room with several lamps, I aim to have different stories going on that sing together harmoniously’
‘I am entranced by the idea of using those reclaimed from a crumbling finca, farmhouse or railway station’
Another lockdown, another redecorating scheme — your chance to perform miracles with a paintbrush
A spare room or loft is ideal for reworking your space
The festive hodgepodge has been put away and it is an ideal time for a refresh
‘How wonderful would it be to throw a Surrealist dinner? Personally, I’ve had enough chicken pies and chickpeas this winter’
More than ever, we need comforting ritual, mindful gifts — and, of course, a healthy dose of kitsch
How could a spanking new yet totally impersonal cashmere sweater compare with something vintage?
Forgive and forget its grim reputation — embrace it but be bold
‘A narrow sofa is no good, unless you plan only ever to perch, cross-legged, martini in hand’
Colourful, unconventional and, naturally, chic: three qualities to aim for
Bring elements of the outdoors inside to reflect the changing seasons
Spooky snacks and creepy crafts for a ghoulish — and Covid-compliant — children’s gathering
Plain, patterned or parachute cloth, new or vintage — a wealth of possibilities await
Avoid the Bond-villain lair look and try a little Tyrolean paintwork and local craftsmanship
Children flown the nest? Whether it is a library, office or dressing room, give superfluous spaces a proper purpose
In a saturated market of candles, incense, diffusers and plug-ins, it pays to do some research
Punchy colours and lively wallpaper will make you want to linger long after plates have been cleared
You can create a fresh and modern vibe without turning your back entirely on old things
In a tent, a shepherd’s hut or a Tuscan temple — or sitting on a picnic blanket — don’t let the end of summer end your pleasure
An interior can have elegance, and taste — but it takes flair and a singular point of view to really make a room work
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