how To Create the ultimate modern-elegant home office with griffiths & griffiths

The new mood for o ces – in a high-rise or at home – is light, plush and deceptively casual. Here we demonstrate how to create one using classic furniture and modern texture 1 GUEST CHAIRS Keep them simple and classical, and upholster in a subtle tone-on-tone fabric such as this Andrew Martin from Halogen. No more white leather, that’s the main point.

Easy Chairs, Griffiths & Griffiths

WHAT TO PUT ON THE WALLS

A super scaled antique foxed mirror suits this look much better than art. Make sure the mirror is epic – this one is I600x2200 – and heavy, so if the walls of your office are not brick, you can easily rest it on the floor in a vertical form for just as dramatic an effect.

Multi Mirror, Griffiths & Griffiths

3 THE DESK SETS THE TONE

You’ll be surprised by the appeal of a presidential looking desk. This is a gem, with white leather inlay top and fabulous proportions. The wood, too, is a gorgeous caramel oak, which is an easy colour to work with, and the panel detailing is perfect.

Victorian Desk, Griffiths & Griffiths

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THE CHAIRS FOR IT

Ideally, in the same leather as the top of the desk. That’s the smart move. Go for an interesting and unusual style; because the desk is so classical, the chair becomes the accessory. ‘Captains’ Chair, Griffiths & Griffiths

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DON’T OVER ACCESSORIZE

All you need on the desk is a good-looking desk lamp. Brass Desk Lamp, Griffiths & Griffiths

6 PATTERN ON THE FLOOR Don’t dumb down the luxe here with a contract quality wall-to-wall carpet, or if that’s what you have then choose a gorgeously patterned rug as an overlay. Floral Damask Rug, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

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ANOTHER OPTION? Keep the scheme super sensual with a plush pile rug that tones in with the white and caramel mood. We adore this alpaca rug from Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs for its splendid furry feel. A good choice if you want a more feminine look.

8 ANYTHING ELSE?

Yes, this antique brass white glass lamp from Griffiths & Griffiths works beautifully with this mood, but don’t put it on the desk. On a side table between two guest chairs would be perfect. And if you have the space for it or maybe don’t need extra easy chairs, what about this ottoman, because deep fringe trim is everything right now.

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THE LAST STYLE TIP This is a no white orchids or potted palm zone. Ask your florist to supply interesting greenery, look out for Hydrangeas, or Calandiva in pots from Woolworths; they are discreet and natural looking. griffithsandgriffiths.co.za