Interior Inspiration

Go plastic-free this Christmas with a beautiful mix of wooden tones and natural textures alongside dashes of festive colour and pattern. Styling: Emma Clayton. Photographs: Paul Viant

For the prettiest seasonal style, combine soft metallic finishes with shimmering fabrics and nostalgic desk decorations. Styling: Emma Clayton Photographs: Penny Wincer

Feel inspired by these stylish natural finds – from textured ceramics to tactile linens and dipped wicker baskets, they will make beautiful additions to your home

Be inspired by sandy shores and beautiful seashells for the prettiest of bathroom schemes.

Set the scene for a natural Noel with fresh greenery, tactile textures and a touch of sparkle. Styling: Emma Clayton. Photographs: Mark Scott

Embrace the beauty of oceanic hues with waves of inky blue and soft aqua that fade from dark to light

Angela and Olivier Noverraz invite us to their boutique bed and breakfast, Trevose Harbour House in St Ives, where Midcentury furnishings and a coastal palette make for an inspiring getaway

Be inspired by beautifully crafted treasures from some of the country's most talented makers

There's nothing more exciting for kids than a trip to the seaside, filled with the promise of sandcastles, packed lunches and pirate adventures

For a relaxed, beachy mood combine rustic, wooden details with gentle, sandy tones and splashes of warm coral and navy blue