Living spaces

Get your home's lighting just right: Seven questions answered

Few things are more important for the atmosphere of your home as the lighting. Interior designer Emily Todhunter shares her tips on how to get it right.

10 sofas, armchairs and stools that will still look good in decades – not just months

These lovely pieces of furniture chosen by Amelia Thorpe demonstrate that buying new doesn't have to mean sacrificing classic quality.

A living room that’s a calm sanctuary in the midst of the city

Ben Petreath's brief was to create a characterful city sanctuary. Here's how he went about it.

Get the look: The dining room inspired by Long Island

The soft colours of the scheme Philippa Thorp created for this dining room reflects its Long Island setting.

How to make a hallway that’s more than just a dumping ground

The best hallways create a bold statement. Amelia Thorpe explains.

How, and why, to decorate your house with black paint

Interior designer Suzy Hoodless reveals the secret to using black paint.

12 beautiful sofas to fit any living space, from classic to contemporary

Are you sitting comfortably? And stylishly? Then we'll begin.

Country Life Top 10: Stoves – The best log burners and gas stoves you can buy

For cosiness and efficiency, log burners and stoves are the ultimate choice.

Dining rooms so spectacular, you’ll be entertaining every night

Feast your eyes on these stylish spaces.

From King Hussein’s curtains to this beautiful Wiltshire interior

Stephanie Dunning’s house has a feel that gives no clue to the restoration that has taken place.

Country Life Top 10: Fireplaces – The best hearths and chimneypieces you can buy

Giles Kime casts his eye over the finest fireplaces in the land.

Blending antiques, colours and design to create a beautiful room

Giles Kime takes a look at the work of Max Rollitt, focusing on this beautiful room in an 18th century house in London.

Fabulous fireside accessories for your home

As the nights draw in make sure your fireside is inviting and stylish.

Contemporary library design ideas

A look into how an interior designer achieves a certain look or atmosphere. This week: the contemporary library.

Regency dining room design ideas

A look into how an interior designer achieves a certain look or atmosphere. This week: the Regency dining room.

Patterned wallpaper ideas

With a little design advice, you can introduce pretty florals and intricate illustration on to the walls of your home.

Bold & beautiful rugs to update your home

Make floorspace more interesting with one of these statement pieces.