LOOKING UP
When adding colourful vibes to your dining room, don't forget about the ceiling. Take your feature wall up and over to zone your space and make your ceiling feel higher than it is.
Feature block painted in Pressed Petal and walls in Blossom White Mixing Flat matt, both £33.11 for 2.5ltrs, Dulux
FLORAL CHINTZ If you want to add some life to your bathroom, don't be afraid to use wallpaper. This pretty and bright pattern completely lifts the room for a bold and refreshing space. Always remember to use a waterproof sealant on the paper to protect it from splashes.
Pondering Peonies Summer Yellow wallpaper, £99 per roll, Woodchip & Magnolia
COLOUR PLAY
If your room has unusual architectural details, transform them into a feature with paint. Here, blush pink, plaster pink, and yellow combine for a fun and playful space to lift your mood.
Bonn upholstered double bed frame in Saga Grey, £229; Petals duvet cover set, £35; Elevation throw in mustard, £28; Harry navy table lamp, £30, all ANYDAY at John Lewis & Partners
PICTURE THIS
Channel your inner artist and add an extra dimension to your space with artwork. Here, the abstract picture picks out the colours on the sofa and rug for a bright yet coherent scheme.
Rene four-seater sofa in teal velvet, £999, DFS
DIVIDE AND CONQUER
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