Living room

Choose furniture that perfectly fits your space, so storage becomes a focal point rather than an afterthought

DOUBLE UP

Multiples always look strong in a scheme – two matching display cabinets placed side by side make a statement in a contemporary space. Canaletto display cabinets, from £3,526 each; Moa swivel chair, from £2,565; Pukka rug, £1,902; all Ligne Roset

BOOK STORE

Make shelves Instagramworthy by displaying books in ROYGBIV order (the colours of the rainbow). Content by Terence Conran Balance metal low shelving unit, £399; Anglepoise Original 1227 Brass desk lamp, £200; both John Lewis & Partners

TOP TABLE

Furniture that works hard and serves two purposes is the holy grail of the smaller living room – a slim side table that also holds your magazines is well worth investing in. Magazine side table in oak, £195, Cox & Cox

LOUD AND LOVELY

Forget the idea that practical storage needs to blend in and go for bold instead with sideboards and units in bright hues. Book & Look sideboard, from £3,880; Soufflot armchair, from £1,570; All The Way recycled rug, £2,209; all Ligne Roset

FRESH LOOK

A traditional custom-made library is given a modern look in vibrant cobalt blue – a fabulous backdrop for displaying statement vases and objéts. Kensington Library fitted furniture, from £3,600, Neville Johnson

Units that rise up to the ceiling are super-smart and make the most of every inch – but if a library ladder isn't for you, just paint a stool to match and keep it handy

RAISE THE BAR

Give shakers and stirrers a proper home in a beautifully crafted cabinet. Neptune storage comes in a range of shades so you can customise it to suit your room. Ardingly cabinet, £1,635, Neptune

SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Go for units with drawers to hide away gubbins and use open shelves for lovelier pieces. Trocadero mango wood unit, £508; Martele vase, £22; ceramic frame, £18; Kraft Paulownia tray, £19; Slow Life wall art, £55; Sky Eyes statue, £22; Serenity wood tray, £19; Stone mango wood boxes, £24.50; Yumna Ecru throw, £77; all Maisons du Monde

PRIVATE SPACE

Take working from home to a whole new style level with this office cupboard. The luxe walnut interior includes a pull-down desk, shelves and magazine racks, and when your work is done, simply close the doors. Stendhal secretaire, from £2,913, Ligne Roset