Neutral Walls with Personality
Neutral doesn’t have to mean plain white or beige. Timeless paint colours have depth and soul - think soft taupe, warm putty, smoky whites and chalky sage greens. They act as a sophisticated backdrop for bolder accessories while ensuring your walls aren’t begging for a refresh every other season.
Pair them with interesting textures (linen, rattan, wood) and architectural details like panelling or cornicing.
Statement Lighting: Practical Drama
Lighting is one of the easiest ways to lift a room. A well-placed chandelier, cluster of pendant lights, wall lights, or sculptural floor lamp can completely change a room’s mood and function.
Go for timeless shapes such as domes, globes and lanterns made from materials like glass, brass and aged metal.
Natural Stone Surfaces: Understated Luxury
Marble, granite, and quartzite bring a timeless luxury that is lauded by interior designers who claim that the intricate natural veining cannot be replicated fully by synthetics alternatives. Carrara marble splashbacks are lusted after by many, but they do need a high level of maintenance and regular sealing to keep them looking their best. Many natural stone lovers state that staining and marking contribute to the character of the material, but you have to weigh up if you are the sort of person who can accept permanent colouring on your stone worktops