| Have you ever wondered why some rooms, although impeccably decorated and expensively furnished, lack character and look as if they have been transported lock, stock and barrel from the showroom? |
| It is a common complaint. The main problem usually lies in the slavish application of a single design style or the use of only one range of furniture. |
| Best results are achieved by a subtle blend of old and new, the most important elements being the quality and beauty of each individual item. |
| The distinguishing feature separating the good designer from the merely adequate is the ability to put together a truly satisfying interior using a mixture of design styles and periods. This shows confidence in individual taste and judgment and instantly avoids that showroom sterility. |
Getting the mixture right is a largely a matter of intuition, but don't despair if you don't know where to start, there are some basic rules to follow:
1. Each item of furniture and accessory must be interesting in its own right;
2. Mix simple elegance with more decorative pieces;
3. Keep the colour scheme simple. If you have interesting furniture and collections of bric-a-brac they should not be overpowered; |
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