"Using the colour or fabric of your sofa as a starting point is the key to success when creating a colour co-ordinated look."
"A good quality wool rug is a great investment and can change the look of a room instantly. It can also be easily moved if you change the scheme."
"Use perfect symmetry to create serene room spaces and where possible use a feature window, fireplace or dramatic painting as a focal point."
"Furniture with clean and simple lines is taking over from fussier styles. Try to buy top-end designs with superior build quality and timeless styling."
"A smart sideboard gives flexible storage and display combined with the practicality of a serving area."
"For relaxed country-style dining, choose natural fabrics teamed with soft floral wallpaper and solid oak furniture."
"Provide elegance in a more formal dining setting with moody paint shades, lavish window dressings and opulent feature wallpaper on one wall."
"Unattractive features like radiators will be much less obvious if painted in the same colour as the surrounding walls."
"Good quality bed linen is simple plain white is a timeless classic investment."
"Use sumptuous fabrics with delicate embellishments, intricate beadwork and touches of frills and fringing to create a richly layered look."
"Cushions or a throw in bright, zesty spring colours add light and life to your room."
"A luxurious divan bed with ample hidden storage keeps a room clutter-free."
"A bland bedroom can be transformed with sparkling crystal lamp bases and shimmering silk shades. Use soft bulbs for a restful, romantic mood."