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Introduce shimmering touches to your living room

For an opulent take on a classic scheme, introduce shimmering textures, intricate prints and contemporary finishing touches.

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For a grown-up look, add colour in small doses. Splashes of teal work brilliantly against a pared-down backdrop of silvery greys and bright whites.

Don’t be deterred from trying wallpaper with a bold print: choose this first and build your scheme around it so everything has the same look and feel.

Combining patterns is easy when you stick to the same colour palette. Stripes, waves and prints work seamlessly together.

A classic sofa shape can be given an instant update with the clean lines of a mirrored coffee table.

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In a dark room, it’s vital to add brightness. Mirrors, light-coloured fabrics, iridescent materials and reflective glass will all help to illuminate a space.

Styling Tips

Make your mantelpiece stand out by placing a coloured glass vase filled with white roses centrestage, with silver dishes and ornate jars on either side.

Grouping together prints and pictures creates a striking focal point. To ensure a cohesive look, opt for all black and white artwork and house each piece in a matching frame.