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Buying Guides
Published in 1974, the first edition of Sir Terence Conran’s revolutionary The House Book covers every aspect of home décor from choosing suitable storage to correctly laying out a cutlery drawer. Providing new techniques and supportive advice on how to improve the aesthetic of one’s home remains central to the service we offer here at The Conran Shop. We continue to build upon Sir Terence’s legacy, offering interiors hints and tips, and buying guides for sofas, lighting, beds, and more.

How to Buy a Sofa
From size and shape, to style and upholstery, here's everything you need to inform your sofa purchase.

Explore Our Upholstery Edit
Discover how to select your upholstery and further information about our exclusive fabric collection.

How to Buy a Lounge Chair
Select the perfect chair for your space by considering upholstery choices, frames and placement.

How to Buy Lighting
Decipher key lighting terms and how to select the right lighting for your hallway, lounge and kitchen.

How to Buy a Rug
Find the perfect rug for your home and learn key terms, materials and different types of rugs.

How to Buy Storage
From measuring up to installation and delivery, learn how to select the perfect storage for your home.