Trends/inspiration - Home Away

Create a home away from home, the perfect haven to escape to after a long day at work. A few general tips:

  • In larger living spaces combine murals or big prints with natural grasscloth wallcoverings to create interest and atmosphere.
  • In smaller, busier spaces combine murals or big prints with neutral-coloured wallcoverings or paint to give the impression of space. Seek advice when choosing neutral colours which can either cool or warm a room.
  • Bedrooms and bathrooms are the ideal rooms to escape to, with murals being used for excellent effect.

 

Paradise

Products shown: Sasota wallpaper (Sarong), Ocean Breeze wall mural, Hawaiian Sunset wall mural.

Calm, relaxing ocean views bring warmth to a living space. Instead of pairing with wood and texture, try using clean, contemporary furniture and cream carpeting.

 

European Sun

Products shown: Overlook Cafe wall mural, Uzzano wall mural, Mediterranean Arch wall mural.

Monaco, the French Riveria and Tuscany, these murals capture the sun, sea and good food of Mediterranean living. They will work well in most living rooms, particularly kitchens and dining areas. As landscapes they can be cropped quite heavily to fit into smaller rooms, as shown above.

 

Shanghai Lady

Products shown: Heavy Arrowroot wallcovering (Classic Oriental III), Shanghai wallpaper (Sarong), Paperweave wallcovering (Classic Oriental III).

Eastern influences are enduringly popular in the home, but you do not have to feel restricted to the bright, bold prints so often used. A delicate Eastern print looks subtle and romantic and works beautifully when used with natural grasscloth wallcoverings.

 

Cityscapes

Products shown: Manhattan Lights wall mural, Vegas Lights wall mural, Ascot Stripe wallpaper (Retreat).

Big, showy cityscapes are ideal for bedrooms and home offices. Soft, golden wallpapers or paints will balance the mural and keep warmth and light in the room.

 

Seaside

Products shown: Sail Away wallpaper (Sheridan Road), Lighthouse Cove wall mural, Pebbles wall mural.

Elements of the seaside can be used with great versatility in a room to add warmth or keep a room cool. Use with light stone colours for warmth or cool blues to keep the look light and refreshing.

 

The Tropics

Products shown: Beach Hut wallpaper (Sheridan Road), Speak No Evil wallpaper (Sheridan Road), Emporium wallpaper (Sheridan Road).

Leafy prints and natural fibres envoke warm, balmy nights in a faw away place. Soft, natural textures such as grasscloth wallcoverings are ideal and wicker or rattan furniture will compliment the look. In low-light rooms use white on the walls or soft furnishings to brighten the look.

 

Parisian Dream

Products shown: Versailles wallpaper (Chanticleer), Dinner on the Terrace wall mural, Paris Lights wall mural.

Bring the weekend getaway to your own home with a Parisian mural. Incorporate soft floral prints into the room for a feminine, romantic look that works well in a bedroom.