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The subtle accent.
Words: Rudolph Jordaan A-Pax design Pty (Ltd)

The infamous quest for a sublime accent to interior spaces has
had individuals at the edge of their interior stools, designers or
not. We strive for balance, impact and individuality in a colour
but how we go about it without giving preference to our most
loved colour since childhood, can seem daunting. In no way
am I suggesting that we, as designers or homemakers, should
disregard a client’s for our own choice or favourite, as this is
exactly the challenge that gives designing and decorating the
thrill when we succeed in reducing, reworking and implementing
accents in subtle splendour. Our starting point comes into play
with first assessing our space: