Interior develop Tips From Kelly Hoppen, Sarah Beeny and Kevin Mcleod

Get top tips from Sarah Beeny, Kelly Hoppen and Kevin McCloud

Create extraordinary room schemes every time - it's easier than you think. Just use the tricks of the trade - underground techniques designers hire to give any room the 'wow' factor.

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Create a focal point

Every room needs an eye-catching feature, but for maximum style you don't want it to be the Tv. It's easy if your living room has a fireplace, but if not, generate an attention-grabbing alternative, such as a console table. Add a display of framed photographs above it to make a focal point that you can position the sofas around, or if you don't have the time to find and frame your photos, a option of ornamental plates will look just as striking.

Sarah Beeny says
'I all the time recommend people who are improving properties to give the living space a focal point. It's a vital part of the room scheme, creating a visual treat when people walk into a room'

Add sparkle and light
Interior designers use mirrored and glass surfaces to generate a sparkle that's subtle, not bling. Mirrors hung at right angles to windows reflect the natural light and brighten the whole room. Likewise, glass tables and chrome detailing add great highlights. Continue the same understated but upscale feel with a few small reflective accessories. If mirrors aren't your thing, generate the same subtle sheen with mom of pearl.

Kelly Hoppen says
'I often use mirrors and glass surfaces to add a sense of depth to a room. They also play with light in involving ways, and give a room a lovely airy feel'

Use An Accent colour
Adding an accent colour or two will give your room a stunning finish. You don't need to add much - just a few accessories, a throw, or a piece of furniture like this footstool. Wide your accent colour should be no more than 10% of your total scheme. Scared of going over the top? Even candles and flowers will be enough to give the room a really pro finish. Don't forget that accents don't have to be strong - just select a tone that will stand out

Keving McLeod says
'Choose an accent colour with impact if you want to add power to the room - my heart sings when I see magenta or orange being used'

Interior develop Tips From Kelly Hoppen, Sarah Beeny and Kevin Mcleod

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