Interiors: Show off colours, artefacts this summer

Mix old and new pieces: Have you ever noticed that the most beautifully put together homes seems to have a wonderful mix of old and new items in them, just working together to look so progressive? How about contemporary wall colours, with retro furniture? 

Showcase things that have meaning: Your interior design scheme will never look anything other than gorgeous if you choose to really make a song and dance about personal items that have serious significance to you. Think about family photographs and holiday. 

Buy neutral, large furniture pieces: If you want to have plenty of scope for adding bold patterns and cool colours to your home, you should really consider neutral large pieces of furniture. A classic example would be a neutral sofa with a plethora of bold cushions. So chic! 

Make your hallway work for you: Interior designers know that your hallways can be so much more than just the spot that you see when you open the front door! Turning them into functional spaces is a great idea, so grab some storage and up the practicality a little.

Good lighting is a secret weapon: If you do nothing other than make sure that your lighting is on point throughout your home, you’ll have a fantastic space! It’s absolutely incredible how a spot of decent illumination can add so much ambience! 

Open shelves are perfect for bathrooms: We spend so much time trying to hide away all of our clutter, but in a bathroom, open shelving, with perfectly folded towels and a few high-end toiletries really add to a stylish aesthetic! Just keep the personal stuff stashed in a drawer! 

Don’t fear white: So many people are terrified of using a lot of white in their homes, but it is bright refreshing, modern and so chic that we want you to consider it more carefully. It’s also timeless, so you’d probably not have to redecorate for a really long time! 

Design just for you: By all means educate yourself as to the most commonly followed interior design rules, then only use the ones that actually fit your style. If you want to mix and match patterns and eras, you do it, but do it with confidence! Your appreciation of the space will be enough to make other people subscribe to its success.