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From fun-loving designs to the return of Regency elegance, a nod to the latest interiors trends gives a fresh update to your home in time for the summer. Angelina Villa-Clarke reveals what’s hot right now SUMMER LOVING
T he long days of summer are perfect to kick-start a home revamp, whether you want to update your living space entirely or just refresh a room with a few new accessories. The Regency re-run With its opulent and pretty interiors taking centre stage, the smash Netflix series Bridgerton has triggered a trend all of its own. Called Bridgerton-core, this has seen a resurgence of Regency-style interiors, with twinkling chandeliers and period detailing back in vogue. Nick Duggan, managing director at The Radiator Centre, suggests integrating a column-style radiator with intricate detailing: “They are reminiscent of the opulent grandeur found in Regency-era architecture and furnishings.” With its period-style beds and romantic aesthetic, French Bedroom is a one-stop shop for statement pieces which capture this era. “This trend can serve as a form of escapism,” says Georgia Metcalfe, founder of the company. “A hand-carved bed or gold decorative furniture could emulate the feelings evoked when you step into an awe-inspiring stately home.”
Having crafted furniture since 1977, Bridgman advises choosing a statement piece, such as an oversized sofa, to give a subtle reference to the luxury leanings of the trend. “Think rich purples and royal blues which possess an air of decadence,” says brand manager Caron Grant. “Bold doesn’t mean gaudy – simple cream and grey upholstery makes a statement when used in fabrics like chenille and velvet.” Launching this month, Farrow & Ball’s new collection of wallpapers – The Purnon Papers – are the perfect way to reference this heritage look. The collection has been inspired by patterns unearthed at Château de Purnon, an historic estate in the Loire Valley. Creative director Charlotte Cosby reveals more: “We revised elements of the patterns to make them feel as relevant to contemporary spaces today, as they were to the château 100 years ago.” In fact, British heritage companies such as Laura Ashley are go-tos for this look. The brand’s period-style chandeliers offer opulence and work well as a point of difference in a contemporary scheme. “Laura Ashley is rooted in showcasing English country manor-style furnishings, celebrating quintessentially British design,” says creative director Mary Buchanan.
Seeing red
Mylands Paint gives its choice of red hues • A deep, dramatic red like Arts Club No 28 is sophisticated and intense, and a great choice for a dining room. • A brighter pigment like Red Post Hill No 68 is inviting and perfect for bringing out bedroom details, such as inside shelves as well as entire walls. • The Bright Red No 009 shade is bold, bright and ideal for creating striking accents.
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