Be inspired by this 1930s Surrey semi

The focal point of the living room is a woodburning stove. A metallic wallpaper in the alcoves adds to the festive feel.

Bespoke shutters
Hillarys
Harlequin Silhouette wallpaper
John Lewis

The mantelpiece is the perfect spot to place a glistening garland and twinkling tealights at Christmas.

Christmas decorations
House of Fraser

An alcove has been turned into a feature with a tree-motif wallpaper behind smart lacquered floating shelves.

Harlequin Silhouette wallpaper
John Lewis
Shelves
Ikea

High-gloss white kitchen units maximise the natural light let in through bifold glass doors. A trio of aluminium pendant lights adds a distinctive touch above the central island.

Kitchen units
Wren Living
Bifold doors
DG Glass Designs
Similar pendants
Amazon.co.uk

At one end of the open-plan kitchen is a seating area where guests can socalise while their host is cooking. A feature wall and a chimney breast are painted in a dramatic plum shade to bring warmth to the grey and white open space.

Cole & Son Woods wallpaper
John Lewis
Sumptuous Plum paint
Dulux
Rug
The Rug Seller

The main bedroom has modern oak furniture, a feature wall in a striking geometric wallpaper and zesty apple-green accents. Framed botanical wallpaper samples make an inexpensive design feature above the bed.

Kelly Hoppen Hicks wallpaper
Graham & Brown

The sloping eaves space is the ideal spot for a pair of chests of drawers. Wallpaper in the alcove creates a smart backdrop.

Mirror
John Lewis

Dark brown wall and floor tiles in the bathroom allow the modern white suite to stand out. A double-ended bath beneath the window adds a luxury feel to the space.

Similar vanity unit
Victoria Plumb
Similar bath
Bathstore

A spacious guest bedroom is painted in a soothing neutral shade with accents of teal blue adding a hit of vibrant colour.

Dusted Cappuccino paint
Dulux
Bedside cabinet
Something Special