‘I wanted this room to be my sanctuary, so I chose two soft beige shades,
Clay Figurine and Graceful Grey, both by Valspar, to create a relaxed space. We added delicate panelling on the walls as I wanted something that felt a bit more elegant than the chunky styles I’d seen on social media. We went with IKEA wardrobes and plaster-boarded around them to give the illusion of built-in furniture. Then I made the headboard from some MDF, foam and linen fabric, from John Lewis & Partners. I was inspired by my mum, who was a seamstress and made her own headboard. Mine cost under £50 and was so much cheaper than similar versions I had spotted in high-street shops.’