Carpet at Home

Both bright and neutral tones combine in alternating thick-thin awning-like stripes - no two tiles of Shirt Stripe are alike. Stripes are deliberately random to create a more rhythmic pattern when seen as a whole. As a rug

A beautiful combination of textures in one saturated color, the Look at Hue rug kit features the subtly textured styles of Take a Ribbing, Power Nap and Velvet Rope along with plush shag styles and to create a rich

FLOR has translated this year's metallic trend into luxurious patterns for your floors. The Shiny Doodle rug features Shiny Happy Stripe's alternating rhythm of metallic shades with light and airy cream stripes that are complimented by a full-tile border of Metadoodle in the same color

Two of FLOR's best sellers, House Pet and Toy Poodle, come together in this colorful "circular" rug design. Available in three color ways and three sizes, each rug kit comes complete with all the FLOR tiles you'll need - already cut into four pieces or "wedges" - plus FLORdots and a rug map for easy assembly and installation

The softly muted shades of Subtle Shift in Seafoam, Grey and Beige, blend in this checkerboard design, perfect for virtually any room in your home. Available in three sizes, each rug kit comes with all the FLOR tiles you'll need plus FLORdots and a detailed rug map for easy assembly and installation.

Bold geometrics of velvety cut pile softness. Square Dance area rugs can be arranged in a circle pattern or as a pinwheel of contrasting colors

A virtual cornucopia of color, the House Pet rug blends complimentary shades of FLOR top-seller House Pet in a beautiful checkerboard design. Visually striking yet sturdy enough to stand up to the heaviest traffic areas in your home, each rug kit comes complete with all the FLOR tiles you'll need, a detailed rug map and FLORdots for quick and easy assembly. Available in three sizes and three color ways.

The colorful, geometric shape of this rug features Fedora in Chartreuse, Charcoal and Oatmeal. Available in three sizes, each rug kit includes all of the tiles you'll need - including pre-cut tiles to create the unique patterned design - FLORdots and a detailed rug map for easy assembly and installation

Looped, smooth strands form slightly irregular rows for some visual variation and a slightly bristled surface with a bit of "spongy" give. You Only Live Twice is a colorful way to add some zip to your porch

Classic Bedroom

For maximum flexibility, go for freestanding furniture that you can easily rearrange if you want a change. Choose classic, well-made furniture that will stand the test of time, and opt for drawers instead of shelves for a tidier look.

Painted furniture and a toile bedspread gives this bedroom a calming French-style, while the wooden letters above the bed add a touch of romance. The room is kept fresh and bright with an off-white backdrop.

The golden colour of this French bed from Barn Antiques is echoed throughout this classic bedroom and the white backdrop is the perfect foil. Gold-coloured cord from John Lewis used as a decorative edging along the top of the wall adds an original touch.

White walls and cream carpet from House of Fraser give this loft space a light and fresh appearance. Built-in wardrobes follow the dimensions of the exposed roof beams and blend into the scheme, while the walnut sleigh bed from Housing Units and red Persian rug add colour and depth

Create a striking look by adding a bold pattern canopy to a Lombok four-poster bed. Rich Mulberry Home silk and velvet cushions and throws provide contrast to the dark wood and soften the effect

Use floral wallpaper in a rich plum from Osborne & Little, teamed with a dark-wood four-poster bed from Lombok

A highly decorative wallpaper from Cole & Son has traditional but contemporary feel. For a fresh and elegant style, keep the rest of the room as simple as possible; white furniture, like the four-poster bed from Homes in Heaven, and soft furnishings create a crisp look