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ARE YOU AUTUMN READY ?
As the leaves begin to change and the clocks go back , then begins the mad rush to ‘ get the house ready for Christmas ’. For most designers , this means clients ’ dining rooms- an oftenboring room that ’ s shut away until guests are invited round . So , let ’ s spice things up !
Dining rooms are often used throughout the autumn and winter months , so it makes sense to go with a luxurious and deeper palette . The fig and juniper painted walls worked perfectly with our Coach House ‘ Storm Dining Chair ’. In contrast to the darker parquet floor , we furnished with a dining table and sideboard from our ‘ Imperial Furniture Collection ’. The detailing on the furniture is second to none , from the paneling on the sideboard to the soft curves in the chairs , it ’ s a modern take on the traditional .
With such a formal canvas which suits the space , we think it ’ s nice to lighten the mood with more playful accessories , which also makes for
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great talking points at dinner parties . Tortoise shell style glasses adding warmth and pattern , maiden hair ferns adding a whimsical and soft side , and then an art deco inspired cocktail set for when the clock strikes 10 !
Dining table design and tablescaping have become a reflection of people ’ s personalities , just like fashion , and have grown in popularity so much recently . If the furniture is elegant and timeless , why not be playful with glassware and China , layering pattern and texture to suit the menu or the guests themselves . The possibilities are endless !