Objects of Desire

The new chandeliers which offer decorative flourishes and a breath of fresh air in a world of pendant lights

Chandeliers aren't right for every room, but where they work they can work in spectacular fashion.

20 Eco-friendly products for home, garden and driveway

From veg boxes and green toilet paper to vehicles which will help save the planet, here's our pick of some of the best eco-friendly products on the market.

Bringing a touch of French chic to an English country house

Why it's easy being green – start small and take it from there

How a collection of first editions can make your personal library just that little bit more special

Few things are more alluring than a spectacularly beautiful library within a fine country house. But should you be fortunate enough to own such a room, the problem of what to keep within can be tricky — though rare first editions are always a good bet.

Perfect pendants: Shedding light on why they've taken over from our precious table lamps

Pendant lights are plumbing new depths - Giles Kime finds out why.

An antique wallpaper so extraordinary that an entire room was built around it — including raising the ceiling

The Court of Noke in Herefordshire is the home of designer Edward Bulmer, and the antique wallpaper in this bedroom shows some of his thought processes in action.

The luxury of an armchair which one wishes to sink into and never escape

The activity of sitting has been much-maligned, but now receives an elegant makeover in the form of a moss green armchair from The Queen of Serene.

The joys of a shower which offers a touch of luxury and theatre on a daily basis

A beautiful bathtub is a splendid feature for any bathroom, but given how often you use the shower it makes sense to get something which feels special every day.