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to make it more modern and attractive to touch . “
5 – TILE ALTERNATIVES & SUSTAINABLE SURFACES “ To get that aged , tactile and comforting look of patina , I think we ’ ll be seeing more with paint and plaster techniques and ones that can also be used in wet spaces and are sustainable . Things like Béton Ciré , Tadelakt and marmorino .”
ADVICE FOR REFURBISHMENTS 1 . “ Framing the view While I don ’ t advise going out at all , if you can , get a paint delivery of samples ( VOC free to avoid fumes ), smaller head sponge brushes and wallpaper lining . Paint large samples on those and tape up on window and door architraves to see if you ’ d like to frame your view . If you can ’ t or don ’ t want to frame your view by decorating , you could add some off the shelf curtains you love from Anthropologie or the like . We always use window treatments to link and enhance the view outside .”
2 . “ Use scent by burning candles , incense , cedar or other outdoorsy scents to help calm and soothe as nature does .”
3 . “ Design cohesively and make the connections - Create electronic mood boards ( use PPT , InDesign , Photoshop or the like ). Just allow yourself to play and don ’ t judge it . Ask yourself questions about why you do and don ’ t like something until you refine your look and are ready to go .”
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