Styling Ideas

Styling ideas for a warm, calm home

You don't need a full makeover to change how a room feels. Here are a few simple looks to try, with links to the pieces that help create them.

The cosy living room

Swap one bright overhead light for three soft pools of light: a floor lamp by the sofa, a table lamp on a side table and a warm glow on a shelf. Add texture with a throw, a woven basket and some greenery.

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The calm bedroom

Matching bedside lamps instantly make a bedroom feel finished. Keep surfaces clear with a tray or small storage box, and hang one piece of art above the bed rather than lots of small ones.

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The statement hallway

Your hallway is the first thing guests see. A pendant light, a mirror to bounce light around and somewhere tidy for keys and post make a big difference.

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The organised kitchen

Clear worktops make any kitchen feel bigger. Decant everyday staples into matching containers, use risers in cupboards and keep one or two good-looking pieces on show.

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The evening garden

Solar path lights and string lights turn a garden or balcony into somewhere to sit after dark, with no wiring needed.

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Our three styling rules

  1. Light at different heights.
  2. Repeat a colour or material three times in a room.
  3. Clear the clutter first, then decorate.