Special effects

1 Shelf life

Update your storage with a touch of utilitarian chic such as this black iron wine rack, £98; there’s also a set of two matching baskets, £55; House Doctor at Design Vintage

2 Prints charming

The simplest way to give your bedroom a spruce up is with beautiful bedlinen. A patterned set can add real impact to a scheme. Marks & Spencer’s

Loft range is good value and there are plenty of pieces to mix and match. Loft Bed in a Bag double duvet set, £35; Floral cushion, £12; Geometric cushion, £15; Diamond woven throw, £29.50; Graphic kilim, £59; Soft mirror, £35

3 Natural element

Dress up simple white shelves with a carefully curated display of vases and plant holders. Rattan baskets add a warm, rustic feel to the clean white space and look gorgeous with lush green plants. Earthy coloured vases complement the natural fibres. Baskets from £24; vases from £12; all Bloomingville at House Envy

4 Sing the blues

A plain white bathroom can be refreshed with a blast of colour, and adding a laundry basket is an easy and inexpensive way to do this. Team with towels in a similar tone to balance the look. First Dibs laundry basket, £65, Loaf

5 Bit on the side

Create a stylish arrangement on a sideboard, combining wooden finishes and warm tones. A large mirror anchors the arrangement. Patsy copper mirror, £175; Nottingham copper floor lamp, £195; Apex faceted glass lamp, £60; Taka earthenware vase, £35; Fenick colour drip vase, £20; Willis check rug, £170; all Habitat