SLEEK AND CHIC

Clean lines and a pure palette will smarten a space in no time

Streamlined Scandi

Make the floor a focal point by teaming richly coloured and beautifully grained wood with o -white walls and metallic accessories For a contemporary low-maintenance scheme, consider engineered boards Lux, a new ultra matt lacquered flooring from Kahrs, has the look and feel of untreated, newly sawn wood The finish absorbs light and reflects it back into the room, making spaces feel larger It’s made from sustainable European oak and costs £91.20 a sq metre

Club tropical

Accessorise your outdoor space with a vibrant mix of bold accessories in fruity hues such as tangerine, lime and lemon for an instant party atmosphere Consider artificial grass for a practical alternative to natural grass. It has a realistic look and feel but there’s no need for mowing or any other labour-intensive lawn-care chores If there’s a footballer in the family, you can wave goodbye to muddy boots and a churned-up lawn Carpetright has a range of polyethylene designs, which are resistant to dirt and UV rays Choose from six styles, from £9.99 to £29.99 a sq metre