Fitted furniture suits Victorian and Edwardian terraces because it is built to the room, working with period features rather than against them. Alcoves beside a chimney breast, tall ceilings and bay windows become storage, while cornice, beading and skirting can be matched so new pieces look original. Hand-painted finishes in heritage colours tie everything to

A built-in home library can go almost anywhere, from a full wall of floor-to-ceiling shelving to the alcoves beside a chimney breast, a staircase wall or a quiet corner. The key is shelving sized to your books, with adjustable shelves, a mix of open and closed storage, good lighting and a place to sit. Built

A fitted furniture project follows a clear sequence. It begins with a design visit to measure your space and understand your needs, then a design and 3D plans you approve, and then finalising the finish and details. The pieces are built in a workshop, installed and scribed to fit on site, and finally painted in

The best storage for a small London flat is built-in rather than freestanding, because it uses the full height of a room and the awkward spaces shop-bought furniture leaves empty. Slimline and floor-to-ceiling wardrobes, alcove cupboards, hallway and under-stair storage, floating shelves and a compact built-in desk all claw back space. Handleless doors and mirrors