country cottage Choose a pretty vintage-inspired theme

Recreate Paola’s vintage-inspired look by combining natural prints and textures with classic country finds

Paola’s home is full of rural charm thanks to its neutral colour palette and shabby chic accessories. elegant furniture choices and traditional prints, such as pretty florals and classic checks, have created a modern country scheme.

Start with a backdrop in natural shades, then add subtle pastel accents and rustic materials like distressed wood and woven rattan. Keep the look uncluttered with plenty of storage in the form of floor-toceiling dressers and a classic writing bureau, to add a sophisticated edge.

£10 add a touch of shabby chic with this lace-edged heart cushion, Jd WILLIAMS £35 Keep time by placing this Holborn cream clock on the mantelpiece, Laura ashley

£599 Bring a traditional feel to your home office with this oakland writing bureau, cotswold co

try this vase of artificial white roses for a cottage garden vibe, Sainsbury’s £12

go for rococo pieces £299 Have cosy throws to hand on the celine ottoman, Swoon editions