BRILLIANT BOTANICALS
“Botanical prints are a great way to
bring the outside in, and they also add
a softening effect to interior schemes,”
says Roselind. “In the girl's bedroom
in our Richmond project, we wanted
to create a bedroom fit for a princess
with a soft palette of duck egg blues
and lavenders. For the blind we chose
a floral fabric with an intricate pattern
and rich tones which provides a
striking contrast to the geometric rug.”
The guest bedroom of this same house
also features botanical patterns, this
time a dark red floral pattern for the
blind which acts as an accent within
the calm, understated scheme. “Here,
we wanted to create some rustic charm
by using different floral fabrics paired
with bold stripes and rich textures
for a comfortable yet elegant style,”
explains Roselind. “We kept the design
and furniture simple to prevent the
scheme from looking dated, and
instead created a modern-rustic feel
using pattern, layering and texture.”
3 TOP TIPS FOR BRINGING THE
OUTSIDE IN
1) Add greenery
“One of the easiest ways to bring the
outside in is to add greenery,” says
Roselind Wilson. “However, make sure
you take the proportions of the space
into account. If you have small rooms,
consider hanging plants. And if you're
using a large plant, only include one;
whereas for smaller plants, group them
together in odd numbers to create a
stylish look.”
2) Choose floral patterns
Another great way to inject a burst
of nature into your home is to
incorporate floral patterns, whether
for wall coverings, window treatments
or upholstery. “Keep in mind that
contrasting patterns and sizes will
keep things fresh, while too many
matching florals will look busy
and outdated,” advises Roselind.
“Offsetting floral patterns with layers
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of texture and colour will provide
balance and prevent your room from
looking overcrowded.”
3) Use natural materials
“Add rustic charm by incorporating
natural textures such as wicker,
rattan and jute into your scheme,”
says Roselind. “Also consider using
eco-friendly materials. Whether it's
bedding or paint, there is always an
eco-friendly option that will have
long-term benefits for the planet. For
example, linen is more ecologically
sound than cotton because it requires
significantly less water during
processing.”
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