ABOVE

Shades of grey in Claudia’s bedroom have been highlighted with pale pink shades for an elegant, feminine feel. The bed was an eBay find, which Gayle then reupholstered herself in linen. The side tables are from Newark Antiques & Collectors Fair. The pair of matching lamps were from Achica and customised with pom poms by Gayle.

LEFT The surface of the chest of drawers in the master bedroom serves as display space for Gayle’s collection of textural treasures – from sea shells to seed heads, her themes are often inspired by the seasons.