High gloss paint and a sumptuous collection of antique textiles provide cosiness and character in a guest bedroom. A lot of the finishes Alidad uses on walls are fairly elaborate, such as stamped leather, fabric walling or very patterned wallpaper, but in this bedroom he has chosen a high gloss paint finish in a rich green to give depth to the room. Alidad chose the fireplace for its colour and its size, then introduced a highly patterned antique carpet. Except for the curtains, every fabric is antique - from the needlepoint on the chairs to the Fortuny on the bed.

The room is very modest in size, so it was important to introduce height - this he has achieved through the deeply pelmeted curtains and antique wall coverings. The portrait above the fireplace was also chosen for its scale and impact.