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Architecture & Design | 25 Carefully selected light fixtures create a statement within an interior space, such as is seen in the suspended Tala light fixture above the dining table. This light fitting is composed of a cluster of varied sized sustainable, mouth-blown and transparent LED filament light bulbs mounted on brass holders. These light bulbs have elongated forms and droplet-like shapes which make them aesthetically striking and their light output superior. To complement this brass light fixture, a large round brass framed mirror hangs above a charcoal grey side board on top of which are brass ornaments. Contrasting wall and ceilings finishes such as textured wallpaper in the sitting room and a bold blue wall paint in the dining, as well as different ceiling heights allow to differentiate these two interior spaces. Within the different heights, an LED strip light has been installed in a bulk head creating an ambience above the dining area. Another wall cladding material widely used in this apartment is wallpaper, as is seen on all four walls of the two shower rooms, except of course within the shower. Selecting a wallpaper with gold geometrics as a feature wall in the master bedroom has influenced the choice of the bedside suspended brass light fixtures with white oval- shaped porcelain light bulbs that include an eco- friendly LED light filament and the bedside tables with Bianco marble tops and brass leg supports. To complement this colour palette, bright yellow mustard fabric has been used for the double bed headboard and curtains, contrasting well with the deep blue background of the wallpaper and surrounding white painted walls. The second bedroom, which pertains a warm colour palette within its interior, includes a textured teal wall paint behind the double bed and brown and cream hues for the bedroom furniture and soft furnishings. A subtle detail that also emphasises, "moving away from tradition," and symmetry are the selected bedside lamps, which both belong to the same style but differ in form: one being a table lamp placed on a round timber and black metal side table and the other being a floor lamp. Good planning skills are required to ensure that a project progresses well. By drawing up a practical and functional floor plan layout Martina maximises the potential of the given interior space. Understanding the lifestyle of a client or the purpose of the project guides Martina into designing bespoke furniture and design features, as well as in her selection of finishes that make an interior space unique. Contracting and working closely with good and skilful tradesmen and manufacturers presents amazing results, whilst exceeds the client's expectations.