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• STYLE AND CHARACTER
  Try to give every room by working to a basic style. This can be based on a historical theme, such as the Regency or Victorian periods; or it can aim at creating a mood with matching colours. Alternatively, a distinctive style can be associated with a particular way of life.

• MODERN INTERIOR
  To give a room a modern character, aim for simplicity, avoiding the use of too many different materials, colours and conflicting patterns. A strongly defined pattern, if used skillfuly, will enhance a modern interior and emphasize its character. This can be achieved by deciding on a basic geometric pattern and repeating it on the furnishing fabrics in the room. Avoid fussy items of furniture. Plants also provide a softening effect.

• MIXED FURNISHINGS
  It is not vital to have furnishings of the same style and period to give a room character. The key to success in mixing furnitures of different types is to unify those elements that act as a backloth; that is, the carpet, walls, ceiling and fabrics.

• IMPROVING YOUR HOME
  consider:
  SCALE AND SHAPE
  LIGHT
  PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF COLOR
  DISGUISING PIPES
  AWKWARD SHAPES
  ADJACENT WALLS
  CENTRAL ARCHES
  BAD SURFACES
  USING NATURAL COLOUR
  LIGHT AND COLOUR
  COLOUR CHANGES
  USING A SINGLE COLOR FOR A SPECIAL EFFECT
  THE ROLE OF MATERIALS
  TEXTURES SET THE MOOD
  USING PATTERN EFFECTIVELY
  

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  ROOM-BY-ROOM REMINDERS

  HALL
  
  Character: Welcoming spacious.
  Colours: Bright and light.
  Floor: Easy to clean.
  Storage: Top coats, shoes, umbrellas,possibly pram and telephone.
  	Telephone will need stand or table for directories and notebook.
  
  
  LIVING ROOM
  
  Character:  Comfortable for relaxing, reading or entertaining.
  Floor: Warm and sound-absorbent.
  Storage: Books, records, stereo, drinks and bric-a-brac.
  
  
  DINING ROOM
  
  Character: Warm and stimulating.
  Colours: Subtle.
  Floor: Easy to clean.
  Storage: Tableware, drinks.
  
  
  KITCHEN
  
  Character: Bright and cheerful.
  Colours: Bright, light and lively.
  Floor: Easy to clean and not tiring for the feet.
  Storage: Kitchenware, food and cleaning equipment.
  
  
  BATHROOM
  
  Character: Warm and relaxing.
  Floor: Warm, waterproof and easy to clean.
  Storage: Medicines, tioletries, towels in use and cleaning materials.
  
  
  BEDROOM
  
  Character: Personal and comfortabe; for children, bright and stimulating.
  Colours: Cool if sunny; warm if not.
  Floor: Soft, sound-absorbent.
  Storage: Clothing cupboards, drawers, and possibly shelving.
  
  

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