Mood boosting decor

LOOKING TO LIFT YOUR HOME'S MOOD? WE ASKED THE EXPERTS FOR THEIR TIPS ON CREATING A FEEL-GOOD SPACE

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Our homes are our sanctuary, our place to retreat and recharge. But what if yours is having the opposite effect on your mood? Of course, this can be caused by more than one factor from space to colour, lighting to clutter but our three experts, two interior designers and one paint brand expert, have plenty of tips to boost your home for the year to come.

PERSONALITY MATTERS

'I love to see a real sense of personality in a space,' says Sophie, 'so I'm always looking for interest, intriguing colour palettes, beautiful collections of art, family mementoes and those things which make a space feel special, and original, personable and personal.' Emma agrees: 'Mood-boosting decor reflects who you are and not what's trending every colour, texture, scent and sound in a space should work together to make you exhale and think “yes, this feels right”.' Maria adds, 'Layers are what turns a house into a home not just cushions on cushions, but layers of you: materials, eras, textures, light and memories. My mantra is: one hard, one soft, one personal. When layers tell your story, the room feels lived-in, not staged.'

COLOUR CHOICES