Living room
Don’t be obviousIn the alcove of this living room, it would have been so easy to put a lamp on the console table… However, the angular wall light is as eye-catching as any piece of art while throwing light downwards in two different directions. Matched with the reading light, the result is a room that’s warmly inviting, despite the high ceiling, and practically lit.
A smooth orange velvet sofa in the living room offers more than a passing nod to the 1970s but the modern shape brings it firmly up to date. 1970s revival is a key trend to look out for as you tour the house; ‘velvet sofas’, ‘brass’ and ‘houseplants’ were search terms that spiked in popularity on Houzz in 2017, and all have their roots in this bold decade.Wall paint, Cobalt Night, Dulux. Ultimate two gang socket, in gloss black, Schneider Electric.
Get creative with containersHouseplants, succulents and cacti have re-established themselves in many homes, and once you start collecting, it’s hard to stop. If you’re fast running out of available surfaces, how about displaying them in a huge antique terrarium or tank? Scour eBay and antiques shops to find something similar to this, or consider modifying an old fish or reptile tank by placing it on a vintage frame or table.Rubbish at growing plants? Check out the stylish faux options in the Houzz Shop
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