If the post-Christmas comedown has hit you, why not throw yourself into celebrating the new year instead? Kitchen-diners are ideal for entertaining and a large island is a must – they’re sociable, practical and fabulous for storage.

This scheme is simple, but also fairly timeless, and the zesty yellow lightshade adds a modern burst of colour.

However you’re welcoming the new year in, I hope it’s happy and filled with excitement for 2013.