HOW TO BRING THE OUTSIDE IN
For a home that uplifts and inspires, blur the boundaries between inside and out
Fill your home with plants, accessories and all things green
BRIGHTEN UP
Take your cue from leafy botanicals and make green the starting point for your decorating scheme. Bolder shades will create a rich contrast against a neutral backdrop, while pastels work well layered with other colours. For a simple update, dot some new cushions on the sofa and create a display with a few plants. Natural light makes rooms feel airy and more open – maximise it by swapping heavy curtains for sheer linens or blinds and, if your space isn’t overlooked, consider removing window dressings entirely.
A NEW LEAF
Motifs inspired by the natural world, such as this tropical leaf print by Paint & Paper Library, will create a sense of the great outdoors in any space. Try the wallpaper and fabric collections at Mind The Gap and Osborne & Little for similarly beautiful designs. Whether you opt for a bold, oversized print to make a statement, or choose a more delicate pattern for a subtler look, create cohesion in the room by echoing colours from the design in other key features, such as lighting, woodwork and flooring. Tropicane wallpaper in Chelsea Green, £111 a roll, Paint & Paper Library. For similar furniture and accessories, try Raj Tent Club and Heal’s
GREEN LIGHT
Verdant shades can inspire feelings of tranquillity and vitality, making them an uplifting choice for walls. Green paints can create a fresh feel in rooms with lots of natural light and work well in darker spaces, too, where mossy tones can feel warm and welcoming. In a space with direct access to the garden, such as this dining room, a botanical paint hue gives an elegant transition between inside and out. Embrace the look with leafy centrepieces and chic tableware in various shades of green.
Wall painted in Yeabridge Green matt emulsion, £49.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. For similar furniture and accessories, try John Lewis & Partners