Natural selection

When Lizanne Viljoen of Durbanville wanted to brighten up her dining room, she enlisted the help of Jani Augustyn-Goussard of SophiaHelen Design Studio. “This wallpaper showcases the ‘From Mariana With Love’ design, which features wild olive branches, plumbagos and the small indigenous birds that inhabit them,” she says.

Jani, who is also trained as an international colour language expert, was able to precisely match the background of the wallpaper with the existing paint on the other walls in the room so that the design could seamlessly blend with them. The tablecloth and seat cushions were also custom made with SophiaHelen designs that complement the wallpaper.

Tip

If you’re not keen to cover an entire wall with wallpaper (or your budget doesn’t allow), you can also make a big impression with a single panel of wallpaper, says Jani. “Ready-to-glue strips are definitely a budget-friendly alternative. The 2.7 x 1.3m strips can be placed horizontally or vertically, and our designs give you the opportunity to customise each print in your choice of colours.” >>

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