Open plan living is a great way to make the most of space and light, but sometimes areas need to be zoned off in order to give the space an identity. Screens and shelving are a flexible way of doing this, but the key is to always maintain a view through the object, that way your eye can travel around the space, making it feel larger.

Kitchen herbs are commonplace in many homes, but why not create your own living wall with a vertical herb garden. The lines between interior and exterior design have been merging for some time with beautiful garden pieces that might look more at home in the living room. The idea, however, has the advantage of only costing a few pounds to create.

The more bits and pieces that are on show, the more cramped a small space will feel, so attractive storage boxes are a must.

Bold graphic patterns are a great way to tie the colour palette together. If there is enough floor space, a rug will bring the lower level of the room into your scheme, adding impact and making it hold together even better as a total look.