Tropicana Jan-Feb 2018 #116 A Start from the Heart

THE HOME
The World
is Your Oyster
How to decorate your home with a favourite
destination in mind.
Words by Gabrielle Fagan/Press Association/The Interview People
Be inspired by those exotic, faraway places you have visited to create a holiday vibe all
year round.
Holidays may be just a memory but take inspiration from your favourite
destination for your decor and you’ll enjoy that vacation vibe all year round.
“Destination decor is on the rise as homeowners seek to evoke far-flung styles that last
well beyond their travels,” says Samantha Parish, interior design account manager at bed
specialists Hypnos.
“What we see and experience on our holidays has an increasing influence on our homes.
Few of us can resist a souvenir from our favourite or most interesting destination – choose
well and it can be the inspiration for a whole new look, or simply add an instant international
feel to a space.
“Soft furnishings such as bedding, rugs, curtains and throws can also change the
dynamic of your interior, transforming it into anything from an Asiatic-inspired retreat to a
Mediterranean getaway.”
Bring that tropical feel indoors
Jenny Hurren, founder of the eclectic Out There Interiors, says: “While many of us love the
idea of an outdoors lifestyle, the climate can make it somewhat tricky.
“One way to achieve that sultry feeling is by embracing the tropical interiors trend as it
allows us to create our own interior paradise that can be adapted all year round.
“Big leafy palms, rustic honey-coloured woods and touches of black conjure jungle vibes for
every room of the home. Simply adapt with splashes of bright, vibrant tones for the summer
months, and switch in plums and navy colourways for an updated winter feel.
“The jungle trend is a strong look, but surprisingly versatile, warming up the wet
days.”
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