Picture one: Incorporate several frames with the same finish in a variety of sizes to create a smart, contained area, a perfect alternative to the traditional overmantel display.

Frames, 14x10.5cm, £1; 19x14cm, £3; 26x21.5cm, £5; all Marks & Spencer. Blobs vase, H35cm, £49, John Lewis. Tealight holders, £3.50 each, Designers Guild.

Picture two: A box photo frame table is ideal for displaying panoramic photographs and holiday souvenirs.

Liatorp table, H51xW93xD93cm, £145, Ikea. Background fabric in Toile Stripe in Grey, cotton, 138cm wide, £25m, Elanbach.

Picture three: The perfect way to display a random mix of framed photographs.

Pinboard montage, from £165 for 51x61cm, 55 Max. Tumblers, £18 each; carafe, £27; both Nicole Farhi Home. Tealight holders, £3.50 each, Designers Guild. Similar vase, £12, C Best, 020 7720 2306.

Picture four: Here a favourite photograph has been transferred on to an unusual and practical sealed material for the kitchen.

A0 silver print, 118.9x84.1cm, £360, Learn to Dream. Similar lights, £79 each, The French House. Mixing bowls, from £8; espresso maker; £26; China plates, from £27 set of four; all John Lewis.

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