Step inside this welcoming London retreat

The owner has paid attention to the original features in this period hallway while maintaining a modern feel.

The wainscoting is painted in Tarlatan from Paint & Paper Library. World's End Tiles sell tiles like these.

To create a window panel like this try the Frostbrite window panel, from The Window Film Company, which adds privacy and a decorative twist

A kitchen shelf is home to a LOVE candle and an arrangement of felt flowers, both from The Cross.

The owner has made the most of the small kitchen space by adding banquette seating. This is a great way to fit more people around a table and you can make the cushions yourself.

Try Pentonville Rubber for foam seating cut to size, then cover in any fabric you like.

The open-plan layout means all the downstairs rooms are connected, so guests have plenty of space to wander and mingle.

Try Laura Ashley for refectory tables. The pink Maui chairs by Kartell are from Aria.

The colourful cushions in the living room are from The Rug Company and Designers Guild. Find a similar table at The Old Cinema. IKEA sells cowskin pouffes.

A brightly-coloured original artwork takes pride of place above the bed in this peaceful space.

The Tilly bed is from Feather & Black. Find the Stardust wallpaper at Paint & Paper Library.

The guest bedroom combines soft colours and warm textures. The owner chose this restful grey because of its calming qualities.

Find a smilar bed at Lombok

A brightly pink bath is all it takes to transform a room from staid to stunning.

The pink-painted Tivoli bath is from Aston Matthews. The towel is from Cath Kidston

The owner repositioned the fixtures in the main en-suite bathroom to suit her own, individual style.

Try Heal's for a mirror like this. Go to Bathstore for a basin, and Homebase for similar tiles.

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