Room rescue

Emerald accents and gorgeous joinery marry to reveal a sophisticated and luxurious living area.

The brief “My clients asked me to transform their living room into an elegant and sumptuously appointed space,” says Lynne Bradley, principal of Sydney firm Lynne Bradley Interiors. “It lacked personality, and the owners wanted it to feel luxe and inviting.”

The makeover On her first visit to the apartment, Bradley instantly realised it made sense to echo the curved form of the home’s windows. She set about designing a bank of beautifully rounded joinery that hosts the television, provides storage and is undoubtedly the room’s hero. Similarly, sheer curtains soften the space and add a touch of glamour. Limited as to where she could place the sofa, Bradley opted for a deep modular from Cosh Living. “I kept it lowline to avoid any interruption to the views beyond.” She took a gamble on emerald green as her accent colour of choice and, upon presenting her vision to the owners, was delighted to discover it was their favourite shade. “It’s an energetic complement to the grey and white palette,” says Bradley. The rug, from Designer Rugs, was custom coloured to Bradley’s specifications.

Why it works The curtains provide a sense of scale and height, and the curvaceous joinery is an elegant storage solution. “The owners really love this space now,” says Bradley.