GET THE LOOK: WHITE SUMMER BEDROOM

“For me, 100% linen is my Summer bedding go-to. It is like a great linen dress! I absolutely love the classic Santorini Linen, with its simple ladder-stich detail. It is timeless sophistication and a true investment piece that keeps you cool in Summer and warm in Winter. I often think the fitted sheet can be a bit of an afterthought and, to be honest, it is not as exciting as picking the other bed-linen items, but getting the right fitted sheet makes all the difference – and this I have only discovered recently. I would pair the Santorini with the new Faro fitted sheet, sustainably grown, temperature regulating and so soft on the skin, I think it complements the linen perfectly.”

“Layering is not just for Winter-bed dressing, and I think it can make more of a difference to a good Summer night’s sleep. With the temperature changing throughout the night, you need the right layers to get you through. I like to layer the bed with a couple of different-weighted throws: a lovely super-light one, such as the Miles Bedspread, that is just a little extra warmth over the sheet, then a heavier one. I love the Tinos Throw, which can be pulled up when the temperature drops around 1am. They also look beautiful layered together, with the contrasting white textures and the pretty subtle blue stripe. This combination is how you can really use white to create a beautifully dressed bed.”

“You honestly can never have too many! It’s another way of layering in textures of white and creating that soft, cloud-like bed you just want to jump into. I like to use different scales of cushions, building from the back, forward. 65x65cm cushions are a great way to create height and ground the bed, and especially if you do not have a headboard, this is a good visual trick. Depending on your bed size, three across the back can make a huge statement. I like to layer the standard pillows in front of those, then finish off with a mixture of smaller complementing cushions.”

“Jute and rattan epitomise the Summer look this season and are the perfect contrast to show off all the gorgeous white linen. I love to use a textured rug to frame an area within a room. Rugs in bedrooms with wooden, or hard floors, help soften the look and feel wonderful under bare feet. Benches and stools are incredibly versatile pieces, adding them at the end of the bed is a great way to bring an interesting focal point to a bedroom, especially if you are tight on space. I simply place a large wooden, or stone, bowl as a visual statement on top, alongside a pile of must-read books and a spare throw. The Faro Stool also makes a great bedside and side table – just lay a lacquer tray to create a harder surface area for placing a carafe and glass.”

“Create the perfect ambience for bedrooms, as I have here, by using a mixture of ceiling and table lamps. This seagrass lamp with a warm bulb creates the perfect diffused bedside light. Using table lights, which I often refer to as ‘lower-level lighting’ – and is how I will often light an entire room – is a great way of creating that cosy feel for when the light outside fades. Create this by placing a few around the room, especially in those darker corners.

“Not forgetting all important candlelight, that warm glow of a candle can transform the space into the serene sanctuary you deserve. I would add a soothing scented candle, such as Spa Retreat or Calm, and maybe dot a few floor lanterns to finish off the look.”