While the likes of Pinterest have transformed our approach to interiors inspiration, it can definitely be said that decorating your home in 2018 is overwhelming.

There’s the avalanche of trends, the bizarre DIY hacks and the temptation to head down to the same store with a big old trolley to get all your shopping done in one fell swoop.

We spoke to Lucy Ward, creative director at Trouva, the online marketplace for independent boutiques, to get her insider tips on shopping from local independent design stores and getting a unique home that stands out without becoming bamboozled.

5 ways to make your home more unique