Take to the floor with a pile of inspiring designs

Panels preserve the idea of being modest, even if the prices are not

Tops are hand-crafted in Germany using cordierite, a mineral found in metamorphic rocks

Bronze and marble can look like scrap in designs that foreground the act of making

Is firewood eco-friendly or an eco-enemy?

Some items of home furniture that were once integral to family life have been rendered defunct

A seasonal selection of decorative items evoke arboreal tones and themes

Clients commissioning a new house or an overhaul can receive a nasty surprise

Designers have been reclaiming, reusing and recycling to create desirable items

Prop yourself up with a variety of materials and designs

For centuries pattern-lovers have fought their corner against minimalists

Put it away now with strong design statements

An array of designs, both contemporary and traditional, can transform the look of your home

Forget minimalism and take maximalism to a new level

The interior designer has created a little piece of Paris on the Upper East Side

Some are portable bars, others can be occasional tables

Everything stops for tea with a selection of vessels and accessories to enthuse while leaves infuse

Have a ball on the beach with a selection of products made for sun, sea and sand

Creating custom fragrances for developments can bring subtle benefits for sellers

Cushions, cocktails and creature comforts for an idyllic sanctuary under canvas

A chair to complement every taste and palette

Whether lazily lounging or entertaining, life outdoors can be a riot

The work of Turkish-influenced ceramicist William De Morgan is celebrated in a new exhibition