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Decorating with style should be fun and the whole concept of interior decoration ought to be demystified. The pictures show a large living room. The floor was initially made of a discoloured mosaic. Floors are one of the largest surfaces, so they have a major textural impact. These were replaced with rustic tiles and a patterned border, which brightened up the whole atmosphere. The slim wooden false ceiling spans the room, and its curved shape has a dramatic visual effect, and the lover patch is really eye-catching. Lighting is a key consideration. Since the living room is the most public room in the house, the lighting should be both prominent and flexible. Ambient lights have been placed in the false ceiling to provide diffused illumination. Spotlights have also been installed for those occasions that demand brighter light. A large space is ideal to set with furniture in a different placement. Well-planned use of space guides you effortlessly from setting to setting; a place for family and friends to gather together in comfort, a niche for quiet reading or daydreaming. With that in mind, two separate corners have been arranged for two different conversation groups. These share a sofa back, a table and antique chairs. Space for traffic flow has also been allowed, which is important in an open-plan living room. Choosing a colour scheme is always more of an emotional decision than a logical one. It is also important, though, to keep the whole house in perspective. Choosing colours that are related in temperature, family, or tone for adjoining or surrounding rooms helps maintain a sense of harmony. A beige tone was used for this living room, and a little brown-textured paint takes one wall. The colour scheme matches the other elements of the room, creating a soothing, intimate, and inviting mood. Texture
can play a major role in the dé Window treatments are a visual filter between indoors and outside. You can choose to let light come streaming in, or create a shelter with a soft wall of texture and colour. Synthetic fabrics with a floral print in olive shades were used as curtains. The floral print was selected to echo the floral border tiles on the floor. Accessories are expressions of our spirits. They are touchstones for memories, items that make a room come alive. A room should never be just a place to pass through. Use accessories to lend character to your space and offer reasons to stop and linger. This room was accessorised by choice pieces selected from the house owner, Ms. Nagina Sinha's antique collection. The key to making your living room come alive is to decorate it with love. Remember to change minor details every once in a while, by changing or rearranging accessories to keep it fresh and interesting. By
Nazneen Haque Mimi |
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