Mix old and new
‘Even when you are decorating a modern space, see how an antique painting looks inside it. It’s more interesting to see unexpected things in a space rather than an entire house in one style. I love the clean lines with the unfussy bit of storied furniture. A house that is filled with antiques can feel heavy and one that is completely modern can look too austere, clean and sterile.’ – Sarah Vanren
‘Have a fireplace in your bedroom. An open fire is the focal point of the room and creates a feeling of warmth and comfort even when it’s not burning.’ – Tamsin Saunders
‘If you have built-in wardrobes in your bedroom, cover the doors with antique mirrors. This will look smart and reflect light, while making the room look twice as big.’ – Penny Morrison
Don’t make it too busy
‘Don’t feel the need to fill in every space – just get out sometimes Art A cleaner can have a more calming effect on wallpapered rooms, especially bedrooms.’ – Sarah Vanren
‘Choose plain rugs in the bedroom, preferably with a thick pile that’s comfortable underfoot. It makes the room neater.’ – Suzanne Sharp
‘Someone who promotes maximization in many ways, it has taken me decades of decorating my own homes and others to realize that the calmest and most successful bedrooms are those that are relatively uncluttered in terms of materials. Small or large, space is key, and so on Collection is supreme. Use of soft, plain fabric with a patterned backdrop WallpaperOr introducing sheer around the bed or at the windows adds to the feeling of otherworldliness and creating a room as a sanctuary.’ – Flora Soames
Upsize your furniture
‘If I have a small roomI try to overscale the furniture. Putting in its-bitsy furniture makes it feel smaller.’ – Olga Polizzi
‘The guest annexe at my house in Suffolk only has room for a bed, but one way to make a room like this look bigger is to opt for a compact four-poster. It gives a sense of grandeur and makes the room feel larger.’ – Veer Granny
Make sure your bed is the right height
‘The height of the bed is very much dependent on personal preferences and the style of the room. A lower bed looks more modern, while a higher bed looks more traditional. It’s important to remember to balance the aesthetics of different bed heights with functionality.’ – Henry Fitzwilliam-Lie
