A Colour Story - Winter Whites and Summer Sand

White walls are like a fresh, blank page, secretly awaiting the inspired creation of a personal and heart warming colour story.

I'm captivated by the look of cool, crisp white paired with the velvety sheen of rich,
burnished beige.

Dark woods and soft, sandy tones add delicious warmth to a dramatically classic, white
dining room.

The shimmer of white is enhanced by sparkling mirrors and a crystal chandelier, while gold plated accessories further heighten the glam factor in this luxurious living room.

In this ultra modern ensuite, travertine tiles in softly blended earth tones provide a stunning backdrop for the pristine white porcelain fixtures and sleek, chrome fittings.  

Enveloped in dreamy white walls and grounded by satin mahogany floors, this dining room beautifully showcases the mastery of an elegant and understated colour scheme. 

If this look appeals to your personal design style, combine cool winter whites with warm shades of summer sand to create your very own chic and sophisticated colour story.

Playing With Pattern - Zebra Prints

Embraced by professionals and homeowners alike, zebra prints have become a popular element in interior design.

Their black and white pattern acts as a neutral in a space, while still injecting interest, texture and style.

The key to successfully introducing this bold and graphic pattern into a design scheme is moderation.

A zebra rug makes a powerful statement in a room when it's not forced to compete with other large scale prints.  

Layered rugs are a creative option for a spacious entertaining area.  While the larger carpet covers the majority of the room,  the zebra rug visually links the space between the two seating clusters. 

Zebra inspired fabrics perform best when limited to smaller furniture pieces, such as benches or ottomans. 

The linear elements of modern design are a direct contrast to the fluid movement prevalent in a zebra print.  The combination creates a sense of balance in the space.
   

A mix of scale is an important consideration when incorporating a zebra motif into a room with existing pattern.

One or two small pieces covered in this lively print are all that's needed to amplify the style factor in an otherwise traditionally decorated interior.

When introduced in a predominantly neutral setting, a zebra print becomes a dramatic and unexpected focal point...

While a zebra upholstered chair becomes an accent piece in a space saturated in colour and infused with complimentary patterns.

 

If your home needs a small dose of personality, zebra inspired rugs and fabrics are perfect options for injecting a space with big, bold and beautiful style.

No animals were harmed in the making of this design story.  Please handle zebra prints responsibly, and use only in moderation.  This has been a message from your 'Playing with Pattern' design story provider.