Daisies IN THE KITCHEN

Nothing tops flowers for putting the ‘“country” into kitchens. An abundance of dainty florals has an enveloping effect, creating the signature cosiness of a country kitchen and softening an otherwise functional space. Here, an early William Morris print celebrates the humble daisy. Choose a botanical illustration on a warming sepia-toned base to achieve a similar vintage feel. Classic enamel kitchen canisters, spindle-back dining chairs and touches of industrial copper complement the effect. But don’t shy away from using colour elsewhere. Pick up the most cheerful tones and match them across furniture and accessories – a clever design treatment that is used so effectively on this cranberry-red kitchen shelf.

1 Machame napkins, £70 (set of four), Oka 2 Maguelone pitcher in Chestnut, £41, Amara 3 Artisan tiles in Antique White, £40/sq m, Country Living Collection at Homebase 4 Mango wood serving platter, £32, Natalia Willmott 5 Coastal stoneware green egg cup, £12 (set of four), Procook 6 Anthracite, grey and beetroot towel bundle, £21, Tolly Mcrae 7 Spindleback chair in dove grey, £100, Cotswold Company 8 Rattan charger, £16, Glassette 9 Brass salt and pepper mill set, £110, Rebecca Udall