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Living Etc UK
|February 2023
THE HUMBLE ACCESSORY HAS AN IMPORTANT PART TO PLAY IN A CONSIDERED SCHEME
Transforming your home into something extraordinary is all in the finer details and light switches are a prime example. Traditionally seen as purely functional, and often given very little thought, our attitude is changing as we do away with white, plastic switchboards in favour of brass, or swap the classic flick for a dimmer or decorative toggle. 'Choosing a beautiful switch helps to layer a foundation of styling that will establish your home's interiors,' says Brooke Boden from Buster + Punch. To help, our handy hints will shine a light on how to find the perfect switch for you.
This story is from the February 2023 edition of Living Etc UK.
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