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As with most matters of personal style, creating an impactful interior is all about the mix – the blend of high and low, of designer pieces and personal mementos. Not everything needs to come with a hefty price tag, but there are undoubtedly certain items that are worth splurging on.

Some big-ticket items are worth the splurge. Credit: iStock

These are the pieces you’ll use everyday, so they should bring joy to your home and make your life feel easier. Invest wisely, and they’ll last you a lifetime.

The sofa in your main living area is likely to be one of the most frequently used pieces of furniture in your home and will also set the tone and style for the room. Choose one that’s well made and robust enough to handle daily life – it will hold its shape, stay comfortable and look good for many years.

An L-shaped modular sofa is a great option for modern life as it can be reconfigured to suit the changing needs of your home. The award-winning modular Jasper Sofa from King offers multiple sizes and configurations, plus handy features like hidden storage, timber shelving and the option of a guest bed. It can also be customised in your choice of premium fabrics or European leather, to suit the style and colours of your home.

The multi-award-winning Jasper boasts flexible modular components and hidden storage. Credit: King

A good dining table isn’t just a useful thing to have. It’s a gathering place and an entertaining space that should be the scene of many joyful occasions. The right table is comfortable and welcoming, generous enough to host family and friends.

When you’re faced with an empty dining room, it can be difficult to judge the right size for your table. Before you buy, consider whether a round, square or rectangular style is best suited to your space. Then use masking tape to plot out the ideal dimensions on your floor to help determine exactly what you need.

It’s no exaggeration to say that the right mattress can change your life. The average adult spends around one-third of their lives asleep, so it pays dividends to have a comfy place to rest. While the level of firmness is a matter of personal preference, a quality mattress should always feel supportive and breathable. The best test is how well rested you feel in the mornings.

Working from home stopped being a novelty two years ago. Now, 78 per cent of Australian workers who can work remotely want to work hybrid or purely at home. More than half of us are also working outside our ‘standard’ hours at least once a week.

Given WFH is here to stay, it’s essential to have a proper set-up for your study or home office, and ergonomic seating is worth every cent.

When choosing an ergonomic chair, look for one with adjustable armrests, seat height and tilt. The backrest should offer good lumbar support and also have an adjustable height and tilt mechanism.

Books, records, framed photographs, vases filled with flowers, small details like these are what makes a house a home. But they also need a surface on which to sit and to be arranged into whimsical vignettes.

That’s the romantic side to shelves and storage systems, but there’s also the very practical need for somewhere to put your stuff. Whether you opt for open shelving or prefer to tuck everything out of sight into consoles and cabinets, having a system that suits the needs of your home is well worth the investment.

These pieces can often be big, so consider how different styles will fit with other pieces in your home. A modular option can be a smart choice as it can be expanded or reconfigured as your storage needs change.

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