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Do you love uploading swoon-worthy interior shots online, but always crop out the ugly electrical fittings? Well, things are about to change. Now you can source inspiring switches that not only match your interior style, but can also make your life easier with innovative features like motion sensors and USB chargers. We guarantee your fellow Houzzers will be all over these comment-provoking designs.

Thanks to the award-winning designers at Clipsal, small electrical accessories that are often a second thought when designing a room scheme, have now been given their own style status, ready to enhance and complement your interiors. Read on to discover how to incorporate these swish switches into your home and why they’ll brighten up your clients’ spaces as well as their life.

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Choose a Style That’s Unique to You

Identifying your switch style may not be how you’re used to shopping for electrical fittings for yourself or for clients, however with plenty of innovative designs to choose from, selecting your switches will no longer be a chore. From sleek, modern looks and glass switches (pictured) to ultra-clean matte styles it couldn’t be easier to create a bespoke, personalised decorating scheme down to the smallest of details.

Before you buy, make sure you have a good idea of the style you’re after so that you can find the perfect match – a chic textured metallic finish goes well in industrial spaces with lots of stainless steel, for example. Or choose an option with colourful interchangeable covers that will complement those laid-back, playful spaces – and also allows your clients to mix up their colour scheme when the mood arises!

Whatever style you choose, these switches are sure to be part of the main scheme and not just an afterthought.

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Plan Your Switch Layout

Choosing a switch that you’ll want to show off opens up the possibilities of where you can fit it. No more hiding it awkwardly behind the door – with a statement design you can proudly showcase it in a convenient spot that will not only be easier to use, but will also add a design element to your space. For example, a charcoal steel switch frame (pictured) has an effortless contemporary feel that is subtle enough to disappear into the backdrop, yet will make a style statement when teamed with similar tones and textures.

Choose matching sockets and controls. It’s not just your switches that are going to turn heads. Fit matching power sockets, USB wall plates, timers and even fan controls, and you’ll have a sophisticated finish all round.

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Add Bonus Features That Will Make Life Easier

These days we all have a multitude of needs for every room, and while the average home needs around 30-40 power outlets, each room needs to be lit and powered differently. It’s important to think about the lifestyle needs of each space and offer your family – or your clients – flexible solutions. From touch-sensitive switches to push-button designs, to satisfying on/off switch clicks and LED indicators, the options are endless. Then there’s the USB wall charger that will make the ‘lost charger’ scenario a thing of the past.

Save energy with a timer switch. In spaces where you might need a fan, light or heater to operate for a certain amount of time, an automatic timer switch is your answer. Simply set and forget, and you won’t be lumped with surprise energy bills.

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Complete the Set-Up With These Smart Home Ideas

Want to stay in control of your smart devices, such as lighting, cooling and heating, 24/7 from any location? Well, you can, by using voice recognition via a central hub, or an app on your smartphone or tablet. Simply connect all your devices, one switch at a time, using Nero’s scalable smart system, which can be controlled from your smart device. You can then simplify your life by combining all your devices into one app. Your smart lighting, security, audio visual and even motorised blinds, can all be controlled from the touch of a button on your screen.

More: For more electrical accessory inspiration, visit Clipsal by Schneider Electric.

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