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 […]

A built-in media wall starts with your TV and how you watch, then storage is planned around it. Use the chimney breast and alcoves, mix open shelving with closed cupboards, and thread cables out of sight. Choose doors that keep the front clean, such as push-to-open or pocket doors, and a finish that suits the

Hand-painted finishes give a soft, characterful look, can be matched to almost any colour and can be touched up or repainted later, which suits period homes and visible doors. Laminate is a tough, factory-made surface that resists scratches and moisture, wipes clean and is more economical, which makes it ideal for hard-wearing interiors. Many fitted

A good walk-in wardrobe starts with the layout, then the right mix of hanging, shelving and drawers planned around what you actually own. Single wall, galley, L shape and U shape layouts each suit different rooms. Add dedicated zones for shoes, bags and accessories, strong lighting and a full-length mirror, and even a small box