BEST-LAID PLANS

hether you are unwinding over a mug of tea, snuggling up for family movie night or clinking glasses with guests, your living area is the meeting point for connection and calm in your home. However, if you’ve made the fit-out of the space an afterthought, chances are this all-important zone isn’t living up to its full potential. “It’s important to have an understanding of the way you use your living space, as its tone and atmosphere will differ depending on your lifestyle and needs,” says interior designer Lydia Maskiell, founder of Lydia Maskiell Interiors. Read on for our expert guide to laying out the loveliest living area for your needs, from chill zone