I agree with Vivienne that without going to the expense of an electrician popping down lighters or something similar in, the best thing is task lighting angled on where you're working. I have anglepoise lamps for sewing and crafting and couldn't work without them as my eyesight is terrible! If space is an issue for a desktop version, there are clip ones available (I bought some reasonably priced ones in IKEA) I also have some small strip lights with three spotlights in them that can be mounted by way of screws but also have strong sticky pads on them (a bit like the lights you can retro fit under kitchen cabinets) The spots on these can be angled too. I got them in Lidl of all places! They work on batteries.

Attaching things to plasterboard requires special fixings to keep the plaster from ripping or cracking. The first thing to know about hanging anything on a plaster wall is that you can’t use ordinary wall plugs Heavy duty plasterboard fixings Heavy duty fixings are those that can take massive amounts of weight without harming the plasterboard. There are several brands to choose from, including Redidrivas and Grip It. The strongest of these fixings can support up to 180kg of weight. Most of these are installed in basically the same way. plastic or nylon toggle These fixings are brilliant in their simplicity. This fitting is surprisingly strong, though it shouldn’t be used for very heavy items. It will usually hold these, but they can cause the fixing to tilt, loosening the fixing’s hold. Instead, use these for shelf brackets, which both pull on the wall and push down on the fixing. Hollow wall anchor Like the toggles, hollow wall anchors aren’t ideal for very heavy items. They are very good for things that pull away from the wall, like shelves. Attach the top of the item to the wall with these fixings, and they will spread the pulling force out so that the plaster isn’t damaged. There is also the spring toggle & light weight fixings which are good for hanging pictures etc. Alternatively find the partition timber and hang from those. There are detectors you can get which scan the walls for timber, cable & wiring so that you are not attempting to screw or bang nails into the walls blindly! Hope this has been a bit more helpful for you. Good luck Miss K

In the bedrooms I would suggest a simple lampshade, to complement the colours already in the room. You can buy a kit to make your own, perhaps using the same material as the curtains. I favour modern light fittings that contrast, but equally sit comfortably, against the traditional ceiling rose. The choice is solely limited by budget. If funds allow, perhaps look at Foscarini and LZF offerings. Alternatively, BHS, Dwell and B&Q would be good alternative sources.

I think it’s stunning! Fantastic place to socialise - adore the idea of a home bar and I love the vibrant colours. Very well done!