Not long ago I felt the need to make changes to the interior of my house. Maybe it was the idea that spring was here – or maybe it was simply that I was tired of white.

As so often happens, I am very decisive when following a brief for a client and completely overwhelmed with choice when I have to make decisions for myself.

This time though, I had been admiring the gentle sludgey green of a painted French armoire that I use to house my crockery and that set me thinking…

These fabulous Italian tiles from World’s End tiles really take my breath away. They’ve got a bit of a James Bond feel – stylish and I know it – but what a way to add impact.