Cambridge Edition October 2019

INTER IORS

STUDY IT WORK WITH A CLEAR MIND WITH THESE DESKS FROM JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS

Dark Oak Hairpin desk, £299

Dark Calia desk, £599

How you use colour in a room is also important for creating a feeling of space and enhancing storage. Little Greene’s new Intelligent Paints range is kind to the environment, has lasting durability and comes in a range of rich contemporary colours. Use one of these new, bold hues behind shelving to make it a feature. Or, alternatively, paint the walls and cabinetry the same shade to avoid any large pieces looking obtrusive. “Storage is often the Cinderella of interiors – ignored and hidden from sight. But given what an important part it plays, it should be proudly on show,” comments Alison Cork, founder of homewares store Alison at Home. “Sleek entrance-hall benches can double as shoe storage, ottomans come in all shapes and sizes – and can work as seats, side tables and stools, as well as storage – and even free-standing clothes rails can be visually elegant. Think about materials, shape and texture as well as function, and you will make your home work that much harder – while making it look equally effortless.” At French Connection, Catharine Denham, the company’s head of homeware, says this season is all about minimalist, chic storage solutions. “Inspired by a sleek, industrial aesthetic, classic styles are made modern with striking materials,” advises Catharine. “Our French cane cabinet, for example, is crafted from light natural cane and durable mango wood. It’s perfect for everything from clothes to textiles, fine china or electronics.”

“Think about materials, shape and texture as well as function”

Top Storage bench with tweed cushion, £365, Alison at Home Middle Intelligent ASP paint in Pleat (wall) and Heat (shelving), from £21 for 1L, Little Greene Bottom Hamilton desk, £220, French Connection

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