The British architectural and interior designer Ben Pentreath has amassed many fans by blending traditional English decoration with a sense of relaxed, colorful style to create rooms that feel warm and welcoming rather than staid or severe.

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The living room of his rental apartment in London, which he shares with his husband, Charlie McCormick, a florist and gardener, is a good example. “It’s very evolved, very organic,” said Mr. Pentreath, 53, who is also a founder of the London shop Pentreath & Hall. “When I first moved in I just painted the walls white and brought in existing furniture that I already had. Then I slowly started to get bits and pieces of furniture when I saw them at an auction house or junk shop.”

ImageThe living room, which is stocked with some of Mr. Pentreath’s favorite finds, blends traditional English decoration with contemporary style.Credit...Sam Bush for The New York Times

Even when designing homes for clients, he usually leaves some wiggle room for adding furniture and accessories in the future. “I find it virtually impossible to do decoration all in one go,okjl where it’s just laid out on a plate and done,” he said.

Here are some of Mr. Pentreath’s favorite finds, which help make his living room extra appealing.

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Mr. Pentreath prizes throw cushions made with interesting, eye-catching textiles. “Some I’ve had for years, some I’ve just bought, some I’ve been given,” he said. When he travels, he added, “I come back with cushions wedged in my suitcase.”

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