Amy’s tips for

MAKING AN INHERITED HOUSE YOUR OWN

CREATE A MOODBOARD This can help to incorporate old and new into a refreshed scheme and illustrate changes to family members before you start work.

USE RECLAIMED MATERIALS (such as the tiles above the cooker), antiques or vintage finds (especially those of the same period as your property). With their patina of age, introduce features that look firmly at home.

UPDATE ELEMENTS OF A ROOM, such as the paint colours, to make your mark subtly.

CHANGE SMALLER ACCESSORIES Cushions and soft furnishings can have a big impact with minimal upheaval.

KEEP CHARACTERFUL PIECES If you’re making major alterations, decorate the interior to incorporate period items and features where you can.