One problem bedroom: two looks

Studio Brush Marks double bedding set, £21; Studio Arch Geometric duvet, £22; Studio shaped wool rug, £110; Ngami Mushroom table lamp, £22; Elin double bed frame in Mustard, £179; Coral glass tumbler, £1; small candle holder, £6; Greenwich mirror unit, £199; Riva side table, £80; faux floral trailing in Mustard pot, £10, all Habitat

W H Y IT WOR KS

Fresh and absolutely contemporary, this look is sure to make a lasting impression on visiting friends and family. The scheme’s strong colours and shapes mean that with just a few key pieces, the room will be transformed. Vibrant colours create a warm welcome, while statement lighting and furniture give an indulgent, luxe feel.

Hyett armchair with light legs, £275, Next

Bloomingville Abstract throw, £58, Sweetpea & Willow

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1 Crafted By Crown Yarn matt emulsion, £30 for 2.5L, Wickes 2 Powdered Heather matt emulsion, £31.09 for 2.5L, Dulux 3 Out of The Blue matt emulsion, £40 for 2.5L, Coat

Sophie’s style t ips

ł Ground the style’s loud colour scheme with pieces of black furniture for a contemporary, balanced finish.

ł Choose a statement piece of furniture, like a bed or armchair, to kick-start your makeover. Build the scheme around it with accessories that are easy to swap out when you want to change up the look.

ł Guest bedrooms are all about meeting the visitor’s needs, so incorporate pieces that will make their stay as comfortable as possible. A bedside table with a good book and water is a nice touch, while an armchair provides a spot for guests to take off shoes or place a bag.

Cradle Matt Black ceiling light, £104.40, där lighting

Anyday bedding, from £3.50, John Lewis & Partners Kyto candlestick holder, £6.50, STYLEADVICE? If you’d like our stylists’ help with a problem room, send Oliver Bonas

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Accessorize Floral Blush reversible duvet set, from £35, Dunelm

Reversible Floral duvet set, from £12, Matalan

Matthew Williamson Phileas lamp base, £98, with Empire shade in Crimson Tulasi, £48, Pooky

Julius velvet curtains in Slate Blue, £89, MADE.com

Greenwich Flowers wallpaper, £18 per roll, Cath Kidston

Large glass vase with floral bouquet, £20, Habitat

Bergen pouffe, £79, Cult Furniture 3

1 First Light matt emulsion, from £85 for 3.79L, Benjamin Moore 2 Made x Lick Teal 01 emulsion, £38 for 2.5L, MADE.com 3 White Heron matt emulsion, from £85 for 3.79L, Benjamin Moore

Laur ie style t ips

● Reversible bedding gives you two looks for the price of one – great when you’re catering for guests with different tastes and styles.

● This look is all about print and pattern. Consider floral wallpaper or a botanical design for your curtains and bedding. Layering these materials with plain pieces gives the room a sense of depth and luxury.

● It’s all in the details with this scheme. Vases with bunches of wild dried flowers and an embroidered velvet bedspread give a dreamy, romantic quality, while a scented candle completes the look and adds a deliciously floral fragrance.

● Cosy it up in winter with candles and heavy curtains. Brighten the room in spring with flowers and swap rich materials for lighter ones.

W h a t d i d Ja d e d e c i d e?

‘I love Laurie’s English Escape. I think the delicate floral prints and the pretty colour scheme will appeal to old and young guests. I also like that it can be cosied up in the winter and feel nice and bright in summer. It’s a timeless look that will impress family and friends for years to come.’