140 Breathe warmth and charm into a cold, cluttered living zone

YOU CAN TAKE YOUR LIVING SPACE FROM CLUTTERED AND COLD TO WONDERFUL AND WARM WITH A FEW EASY PROJECTS

Older homes o er character in the form of charming architectural features, but can also su er from awkward floorplans. You can transform an uninviting space using a rich colour palette and clever solutions to make the most of unused areas and boost storage. Take inspiration from this ‘cosy industrial’ makeover and give your place a style injection. A huge feature is the DIY day bed that makes the most of an often underutilised space under the stairs. Genius idea or what?

floating shelves Swap built-in shelves for the floating kind. Metal-framed units offer storage and display, while keeping the floor and sightlines clear. Affordable and edgy, they add a modern vibe while picking up on the black in the fireplace.

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