While it’s easy to focus solely on styling the surface, the wall behind the mantel plays a big role, too. An oversized mirror or a unique piece of art can instantly draw in the eye and anchor ...

“Rather than going down the standard estate agent route, I enquired in a local Facebook group for landlords that would be happy for us to decorate ... a striped wall mural and lots of rattan ...

Then she started picking fabrics with soft browns, mossy greens, and muted neutrals that complemented the wall color ... not going to be even attempting to decorate your own home if you don ...