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Architecture & Design | 35 travels, they are the storytellers in your homes and there is something very unique and personal about that. SIGNATURE SCENTS Having a signature home scent is just like having a personal one - the scent is associated with you or your home. It all depends on personal preference - I love citrus scents in general but especially for the home. Bergamot in particular is lovely. There are many ways to infuse your home such as candles, diffusers and room sprays. If you are a little sensitive to scents, aromatherapy oil diffusers work wonderfully and help to boost your energy levels too. ARTWORK Choosing artwork is subjective and like with decorative pieces, it takes time to curate a collection. I tend to choose artwork that contrasts the style of the room. This reflects my previous point of repeatedly mixing styles. Modern art and photography look great in classic interiors. If your interiors are mostly neutral, why not introduce art that is full of colour? It will certainly add interest. TOP TIP - Add quirky artwork in bathrooms to make them a little more interesting and personal. MAKING DARKER SPACES DARKER When rooms have less natural light, we tend to use lighter colours or paint the walls white. This can sometimes cast even more shadows in the room making it look grey instead of making the room lighter. Opting for darker colour or using textured wallpaper will make a room cosier having less shadows overall. SMALLER SPACES There is a need to make smaller spaces look larger than they are. I believe in functionality first and foremost, making the best use of a space in terms of layout, storage and aesthetics. For example, making use of the centre of a room will not make a space look smaller as long as it functions well and looks good. Having furniture from floor to ceiling will in fact make a room smaller but as long as there is enough space to move around in front, it will add more storage space which is always required and will give the room a more fitted and custom feel. interiors. If your interiors are mostly neutral, why not introduce art that is full of colour? It will certainly add interest. TOP TIP - Add quirky artwork in bathrooms to make them a little more interesting and personal. Design by Jessica Schuster Design by Kelly Wearstler