British Columbia Spring 2020

BROWN
the New BLACK
Where does your imagination, or
your feeling sensations go when
you think of coming in from cold
autumn and winter days? What
colours and furnishings elicit
feelings of comfort and serenity?
Whatever pops to mind can perhaps
become newly inspired translations
to your home this winter, the New
Year and beyond.
This winter warmth can be evoked
through rich chocolaty shades of
brown, rustic colonial brick and
terracotta reds, as well as deep
forest greens. Whether you choose
to paint accent walls or your
ceiling - the darker, the richer – the
greater the ambiance for a homely
welcoming environment. Stain
wooden beams dark brown. Perhaps
there’s a beautiful brick wall that
needs exposing behind some tired
closets or bookcase. Compliment
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the darker colours with desert rose,
antique and linen whites, creams and
sand-coloured beiges. Matte black
cupboard doors and hardware will
elegantly complete the look in your
kitchen or washrooms.
Earthen accessories and furniture
include worn leather, aged wood
pieces and finishes, clay, cork and
rustic fabrics and finishes. Oh, and by
the way, brass has made a comeback.
Time to put away the all-white
bedding and change up bland
bedrooms to quilted colours, patterns
and textures. Fabrics are rich and
plush with velvet making a comeback.
Go on – get brave and mix it up.
Yes – with your furniture. Gone are
the days of generic couches and
furnishings. Mix and match and get
inspired by all the mood boards on
the net. There’s an inlaid dresser for
your passage or dining room waiting
to lift, inspire and compliment your
furniture collection. Big stitch knitted
throws, pillows, woven baskets and
planters, rustic and rural rugs and
accessories will pull the whole feel
and look together. Trends still continue
to create space that is devoid of
any technology. Utilize these quiet
spaces for relaxation, and that good
old-fashioned sense of homeliness
and comfort.
Have fun this winter season.
Creativity is at its best when you can
pull together an array of different
concepts, colours and furnishings.
Pick a couple of existing furniture
pieces and furnishings in your living,
dining or family room, and work
around transforming the entire look
and feel for a refreshing change this
autumn and winter.
REAL HOME ADVICE