Standout Sparkle Charlotte Garvie of Banchory’s Adesso Décor shares her tips for fabulous festive interiors… Last year, many of us chose very traditional colour schemes, using red and gold or green and gold for our trees and home décor, in an attemptto recreate the joys of Christmas past. This year we’re seeing more schemes with…

Country Living Longer nights and plummeting temperatures mean it’s time for interiors to take on a cosy, rustic feel. Think of it as the design equivalent of comfort food and you won’t go far wrong. Look for natural and sumptuous fabrics, from tweeds and wool to rich velvets and design with a simple, handmade vibe.…

Kitchen refresh They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, but lately, it’s been servicing as the office and school room too, so show it some love. Show a little love with some bright decorative accents to refresh your space. It might be a change of colour scheme, a plant pot made by…

Nature lover Give your interiors a bit of bite with our pick of the natural world. Go for real wood, earth tones and accents in every species. Fish, birds or animals are all top interiors picks right now. Set the scene with plenty of houseplants for an outside vibe… 01 © Next / 02© Beaumonde…

Happy families Home schooling and working from home has highlighted the need for flexible, family friendly living areas. Look for robust designs that can withstand repeated collisions with toys and that offer wipe clean surfaces. Family rooms need a big squishy sofa, plenty of storage for toys, a table and chairs that works equally well…