INVESTMENT BUYS

Choosing a killer rug and building your room design around that isn’t a bad way to start. Floor Story is a treasure trove of pieces that are made to last. Diane Bresson Shift rug, £650, Floor Story

Bold lighting, such as the oversized Dou floor lamp, £385 by Ferm Living, celebrates the contrast of geometric shapes and organic textures

An open unit breaks up a large or open-plan living space. The Morland shelving unit, £599 by Made, has fantastic patinated finish detailing that adds real character