Create a window seat Window seats are places to watch the world go by, and sitting in the sunshine is essential now that spring is tiptoeing ever closer. Simply move a bench, pouffe or armchair next to your French doors, or opt for something more bespoke and fitted. Every good home deserves a window seat, so consider where yours could be.
If you’d like your blanket box to do double duty, however, and you have the space for it, why not incorporate a comfy, upholstered bench seat at the end of your bed, with space inside for heavy blankets and bulky bedlinen. This keeps things neat and tidy, and also gives you a space to sit and read, when you’re not quite ready for bed, as well as a place to sit and put on or take off your shoes.
3. Floating panels In a master bedroom or guest house, a room divider can split a large space into a sleeping area and lounging area. These floating panels create a simple and effective privacy wall, secured by wire at the ceiling and floor. Silver strips keep it bright, and at only three quarters of the height of the wall, light and space still flood the room.
7. At a height This bookcase doesn’t need to remain on the floor either, it can be positioned at a height to make a grand statement – especially if you have high ceilings. These Billy bookcases have been placed on top of low cupboards, which offer extra storage.
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