Give a living room vintage charm

Go for a traditional twist

‘At first glance, this room seems traditional, with stuffed armchairs,
a Chippendale-style sofa and yards of chintz, but a closer look reveals a modern twist on these classic British pieces,' says Oliver.

Cornet armchair, £700, Ablest, covered in Hidcote linen in pink and aqua, £65 a metre, GP&J Baker. Teapot for one, £20, Laura Ashley. Moonlight rose coffee pot, £68; Lilac Lane teacup and saucer, £13; both Royal Doulton. Roseberry teapot, £25, Maxwell and Williams. Wasp catcher, £8.50, Cox and Cox