Out & About Winter 2019

INTERIORS Hints and tips on how to make your bedroom an oasis of calm and tranquility away from the white noise distraction of modern gadgets; revitalise your belowed sofa or chair with a fabric makeover, rather than replacing it with new and some sassy jewellery storage drawers, which could make a blinging present for the trinket lover in your life

M ake your bedroom a haven of calm and tranquillity for the best possible night’s sleep. With latest advice being to keep bedrooms free from gadgets and clutter, and to create a sanctuary for sleep, hitting the right interiors note can prove key to destressing and sleeping well. The ideal approach is to go for a touch of luxury so that both body and mind can fully relax. Bedrooms have come a long way from the days when they were a little-seen area of the home and a bit of a dumping ground. Today people want a room where they can escape and unwind in comfort. The boutique hotel culture has proved a source of inspiration for many. Individual and characterised by sumptuous soft furnishings, the boutique look has made ‘dressing the bed’ with designer bedding, covers, throws and decorative cushions a key part of bedroom design. And with so many fabrics and soft furnishing accessories to choose from, everyone can create their own, very personal look. The secret is to add depth and warmth to the room with lots of layering and different textures. Complete it with interesting occasional pieces – boudoir chairs, bedside tables and so on – for a room that is both relaxing and restful, and where you can look forward to a good night’s sleep. A good night’s sleep

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