Welcome to the journey If you have picked up this book, I'm guessing that you don't want a minimalist, perfect-looking home, where everything has its place or is hidden in a drawer! Polished, neat, immaculate styling just isn't your cup of tea. Perhaps the Relax Max look might work better for you. How do you create your own Relax Max home - a space that is uniquely yours but doesn't feel cluttered or overwhelming? If you are steering clear of minimalism, how do you not have a messy home? How do you strike the balance between carefree, casual décor and a sense of order? How do you mix pattern, colour and texture without it feeling chaotic? Where on earth do you even begin?! Relax Max embraces the fact that transforming the look and feel of your home is not a task, it's a glorious journey - one that's deeply personal. This journey holds the potential to infuse your home with something special, making it as unique as you are. In this book, my aim is to offer guidance and inspiration on this journey--for you to make your home truly yours, a place you love. Remember, it won't always be perfect! Your home may (hopefully) have its imperfections, bumps, and scratches, and no doubt some unfinished jobs, but it will always be stylish and inspiring. Above all, it will be uniquely you! But, don't worry, I won't leave you hanging when it comes to the specifics. I'll delve into the particular choices you'll need to make in certain areas: how to choose colours and mix patterns, how to layer decor and style corners, and how to craft rooms that feel cosy yet whimsical.

I'll guide you on finding vintage treasures and combining them with modern, practical buys. With these insights, I hope you'll be well-equipped to create your own "Relax Max" home--a home that makes you smile. Sarah x.