Furniture

NEWS AND VIEWS

News Etc Arabian Nights-inspired dining, glitzy pin-ups kick up a storm, French designer Andrée Putman talks about resisting temptation and fab last-minute gifts to save your skin

Trend Etc Feel the red-hot heat as scarlet hits homes this winter

Glass Of 2009 The most stylish party glassware

Top Of The Pops The loveliest bubblies

INSPIRED SHOPPING

Attention To Detail: Wrapping Creative and beautiful ways to cover even cumbersome gifts

Highland Fling Tartan and antlers go wild in this fresh take on Caledonian style

Edited Choice: Console Tables Slimline models that make an entrance

Buyer's Guide To Wallpaper Strong graphics, eye-popping colour and fashion-forward finishes equal wallcoverings with the wow factor

Design Classic The story behind Eero Saarinen's organic Tulip chair

MODERN HOMES

Rule Breakers The couple who own home furnishings website Dwell Studio show that 'family friendly' and 'loft' can go together

Retro Spec Textile designer Virginia Armstrong has given her Sixties home a mid-century mood with a modern backdrop
Vintage Rioja Choosing renovation over a new-build paid off in Pablo and Inigo's characterful town house in Spain's wine country

Sleeping Beauty A former mattress factory in Melbourne was given the kiss of life to become a laid-back home with a vintage vibe

At Home With… Claire Jobson The stylist and creative director who loves an interiors shake-up

DECO IDEAS

Decorating With Gold There's nothing foolish about this gleaming look as gold is given a sophisticated update

Style Notes Festive celebrations get the personal treatment with easy-to-achieve finishing touches

Design & Decorate: Children's Bedrooms Deco ideas for babies, toddlers, tweenies and teens that achieve the tricky balance of fun and style

Mini Me Cool children's chairs

Ask A Designer Our interiors expert Mark Garside is your phone-a-friend style lifeline

FOOD AND TRAVEL

Let It Snow Sugar-coated, sweet and special – tasty treats that make a welcome gift

Ski Heaven Chic mountain resorts perfect for those dreaming of a white Christmas

Eat, Drink And Be Merry Stay in the lap of Regency luxury at a petite hotel in Brighton

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