'I feel like I’m on a constant holiday thanks to the cheerful palette in my colourful home'

A neutral living room with pops of bright colour, a cream sofa, yellow mid century style armchairs and a round mirror over a fire surround.

Just because your home is a small one, doesn't mean you can't have a colourful one, as this pretty flat on the seafront in Deal shows. Owned by Siri Ayers, she moved here for a less hectic life, having lived in London for some time. 'I discovered the charming town of Deal, with its promise of beach walks, stylish homeware stores, cosy pubs and a much-talked-about food scene.'

The two-bedroom lower-floor Victorian mansion flat on the seafront was the perfect renovation project for a fresh start. Here, she talks us through her design choices and how she living here makes her feel like she's on a constant holiday...