Let the SUNSHINE IN

REWORK AN EXISTING ROOM OR EXTENSION TO CREATE A LIGHT-FILLED SPACE THAT BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN INDOORS AND OUT

- KAITLIN MADDEN, SARA BIRD

For a similar armchair, try the American Oak Beaumont stripe chair, £820, Sustainable Furniture

YEAR-ROUND APPEAL

Turn a summer hotspot into a four-season room by introducing cosy and comfortable furniture and textile choices. Opt for upholstered seating which can be dressed up or down as the weather changes - think lightweight linens in summer and cosier covers when it's colder.

Oslo pendant light, £292, Eclectic Niche, is similar. For similar chairs, try the Synthetic rattan dining chair in Blue Mist, £119.95, Sklum

FABRIC MATTERS

Bright sunshine can bleach fabrics, making your choice of blinds and furnishings crucial. You could opt for fade-free and purpose-made materials to ensure longevity. Alternatively, go for lighter and whiter coloured options that keep their looks for longer. Canvas and denims look better with age, while bleaching sunshine keeps whites bright.

Fabrics, from a selection at Dekoria. For similar lights, try the large Luna wooden beaded chandelier Light, £295, The Wall Lighting Co

DAY TO NIGHT

The glazing that lets light flood in during the day can make a sunroom seem cold and featureless at night. Dress the windows with voiles and light curtains that can be pulled back or used to filter the sun on bright days, then add feature lighting to bring atmosphere once the sun goes down. Plug-in lamps provide variety and can be easily moved about. Or invest in hero chandeliers that hang gracefully from a sloped or high ceiling.