Off the Wall ideas

You can make a fantastic design statement with some new wallpaper on one or more walls in a room.

You don’t have to cover the whole room, why not try making a feature wall to transform a living space?

You don’t have to be living in a trendy penthouse or urban rooftop apartment, you can create the modern, urban feel in your own home by introducing some new wallpaper designs. It doesn’t have to cost the earth, but the effect is stunning.

Stripes are always popular and using them horizontally can create a fabulous effect, you will find that stripes add the illusion of space to a room.

You will get a great look if you bring introduce a floral wallpaper and combine it with metallic colours, this will make a stunning feature wall if you want a contemporary interior.

Or you could try something different like an eye catching mural. Companies like Nono specialise in large format prints and wall art if you want something very bold and memorable.

Maybe you are thinking about a work space. Geometric motifs will help to you to create a cool look for the office, as well as producing a comfortable relaxing atmosphere.

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Get that sixties look.

This month, I’ve put together a design using some retro furniture and sixties colours, this idea could be used for a living room or lounge.

The colour scheme is very retro and is designed to bring out the warmth of the teak furniture, I have gone for aqua, brown and cream with a hint of lime green.

At the heart of the scheme is the Fresco range from G Plan and a Florence Knoll sofa. You have lots of choice with the Fresco range, there’s dozens of different products including, sideboards, occasional tables, dining furniture and bookcases in every size and shape.

A feature wall in Aqua will create a strong impact if you have enough space. If you don’t have a big room to work with, try not to use any overpowering colours, this will have a claustrophobic effect.

If you’re on a budget, you don’t have to buy new, Fresco has been around for years and can be found in second hand shops or online at Ebay. The Parker Knoll sofa is very expensive if you buy an original but if you shop around you might just pick up a bargain.

You can buy G Plan Fresco from our online shop at http://www.newhomeshop.co.uk/ or phone 0870 609 1536 if you want more details.

For more interior ideas and insights why not visit my blog at: http://fionaramsayinteriors.blogspot.com/