SITTING ROOM

Using white above the picture rail ensures the dark walls are not too overpowering. Wall painted in Downpipe estate emulsion, £ 43.50 per 2.5 litres, Farrow & Ball. skill two-seater sofa in Cream, £359, DFS, would work here. six-arm ceiling light, £280, Rockett st george. Cowhidedesign foot stool, £89, Beliani, is similar 2 KITCHEN/ FAMILY ROOM A compact island divides the two areas. Rufus two-seater sofa, £ 499, Made.com

DINER Nicola has chosen mismatched chairs for an eclectic look. Wall paint, Rivington Blue emulsion, £33 per 2.5 litres, abigail ahern. try the Oakland table, £649, Cotswold Co. Wayfair striped rug, £52, has the same look