The cookbook writer, food stylist and shopkeeper splits her time between her Borders cottage and Elliott’s, her expanding food and homewares emporium in Edinburgh

Informal dining is a winner, whether it's your go-to for eating and studying, or just a helpful addition to the more austere dining room. Take a look at these stylish setups to get some inspiration for your own island paradise.

The client wanted to create zones for different activities and have a space that reflected his personality

The new Hyndland Road showroom presents key concepts including +Stage, +Segmento and +Modo, and fully operational appliances by Miele, Siemens and Bora

Bring things up a notch and show your true colours with bright and bold range cookers