Classical studies

Combining ancient refinement with contemporary pieces results in schemes with timeless appeal

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A muted palette allows individual forms to do the talking. Gazing sideways on a column, this bust of Apollo creates a focal point and a sense of intrigue. Similar fluted column, £385; bust, from a selection, both marble-sculpture.com. Cane oversized mirror in Snow, £650, Salvesen Graham. Antique chair, Lorfords

In a quiet corner, the elegant form of a pedestal table offers the perfect perch for a display of shapely vessels. Framed etching, from selection, Studio Munro. Pitcombe side table (far left), £750, Oka. Fosbury table, £2,277.60, Vaughan. (From left) Medieval cup and elongated Giara vase, both AnnaLeaClelia Tunesi at Modern Art Hire. Open mouth vase in Reactive Black and Beige, £195, Paolo Moschino for Nicholas Haslam. Stitched armchair, £4,560, Rose Uniacke

Soft tones of parchment, truffle, and mole are set against peach blush plaster walls in this interior that masterfully combines grand and informal elements. Curtains in Motion in Olive, £95m, Kirkby Design. 20th-century wooden portraits