SPRING BREEZE
Open up your home to the gentle hues of soft grey, subtle sage and pistachio teamed with sky blue
Simply stylish
These understated shades are irresistibly restful – especially when paired with soothing tones of pebble grey and natural textures.
Harmonia rug, £195; French cane cabinet, £650; Radiate wooden bowl, £35; Cane bulb vase, £35; stoneware candleholder, £18; all French Connection
Balance the mood
A living space should, of course, encourage relaxation and comfort, but a feeling of vitality is also important. Create a sense of light and energy with a calming neutral on the walls, alongside accessories with a subtle nod to the coast, and choose slimline furniture to keep the room airy and uncluttered.
So Simple Tom three-seater sofa, £599; Tom armchair, £529; both covered in Simply Velvet in Dulux Colour of the Year 2020, Tranquil Dawn, from DFS
Refreshingly cool
Fresh mint breathes new life into a neutral palette of creamy taupe and soft grey. Used on the walls, it creates a crisp backdrop to a display of favourite objects.
Taranto large sideboard by Ercol, £2,035, Furniture Village
White touch
For a stylish spring table setting, keep things simple with a vase of loose sprigs in the centre, surrounded by tactile stoneware and soft linens.
Hemsley oak table, £995; Nona bowls, from £10 each; linen napkins, £20/four; Sian vase,
£30; Fuji salt and pepper mills,
£12 each; Ballan chandelier, £120; Larsa chairs, £130 each; Gabby jute rug, £200; all Habitat
Delicately dynamic
A trio of soft dawn pink, dusky dew green and inky teal combine to animate a clean white scheme. Reeds gently whispering in the breeze decorate a stunning wall mural, while a continuation of the print across curtains gives a cocooning feel.
Kishi wall mural in Oasis, £175/roll; curtain in Kishi in Lagoon, £40/m; throw in Nila in Dew, £64/m; cushions in Rye in Oasis, £50/m; Nila in Candy, £64/m; all Villa Nova
Subtle impact
Add style and personality to a bathroom with a decorative wallpaper. A one-tone approach ensures the design won’t overpower the space, while smart black fittings give the floral motifs a sophisticated edge.
Ananda wallpaper in Topaz by Harlequin, £55/roll, Style Library