Contrary to what you might think, hanging a mirror directly opposite a window won\u2019t actually draw light into a room \u2013 rather it will bounce any reflected light straight back out of the window.\u00a0Instead, hang mirrors perpendicular to a window to reflect light into a room.\u00a0Leaning a large and tall mirror against a wall, rather than hanging it onto the wall, also gives the illusion of height, making ceilings seem higher and rooms bigger:<\/p>\n
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2.<\/strong>\u00a0ALWAYS GO HIGH AND WIDE \u2013 HOW TO USE CURTAINS TO MAKE A WINDOW SEEM BIGGER<\/strong><\/p>\n Even if your intentions are to make a room feel bigger by exposing as much wall as possible, fitting curtains close to a window will always make a room feel smaller and the window look crowded.\u00a0The magic mathematical formula to make a window, and therefore room, feel bigger is to fit your curtain poll 10-20 cm wider than your window and position it 10-15 cm above your window:<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0GORGEOUS GEOMETRY \u2013 HOW TO CREATE A FEATURE MANTELPIECE<\/strong><\/p>\n The secret rule when trying to create the perfectly styled mantelpiece is to imagine a large triangle over your fireplace, with the base of the triangle across the top of the mantelpiece.\u00a0\u201cAnchor\u201d the top point of the triangle with a large mirror or print and create focal points of interest with vases, candlesticks or favourite treasures at the bottom two points.\u00a0Layering those objects at each \u2018corner point\u2019 creates depth and interest and grouping them from shortest to tallest from the outer edge of the mantelpiece inwards draws the eye upwards:<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0STYLISH SYMMETRY \u2013 HOW TO ADD DESIGNER STYLE TO A ROOM WITH SYMMETRY<\/strong><\/p>\n To create a look straight out of Living Etc, experiment with creating symmetry throughout your interiors.\u00a0Start by hanging a print or mirror two-thirds the size of the furniture it\u2019s hanging over (either bed, sofa or table).\u00a0Create proportion to the central piece of furniture and print \/ mirror by placing smaller, similarly sized objects either side of the central focus. These can either be side tables, plants or lamps, but ideally they would be the same type of object and of similar size.\u00a0When positioning these smaller objects, experiment by layering them against each other; for example, table lamps in front of wall hung prints or photographs. Used sparingly \u2013 layering objects like this adds to the overall impact of your scheme and makes a room feel bigger:<\/p>\n 5. BE CLEVER WITH COLOUR \u2013 HOW TO USE COLOUR LIKE AN INTERIOR DESIGNER<\/strong><\/p>\n For a calm colour scheme, use a palette of colours next to each other on the colour wheel \u2013 for example, blues and greens together.\u00a0Sticking to one colour in different tones is the easiest way of achieving a seamless scheme \u2013 think of tonal greys and neutrals.\u00a0For a bolder statement, use contrasting opposites from the colour wheel against a neutral background \u2013 pops of colour on a simple taupe sofa with violet and yellow cushions, for example:<\/p>\n 6. LIGHTING THE WAY \u2013 HOW TO MAKE LIGHTING AN INTEGRAL PART OF YOUR INTERIORS SCHEME<\/strong><\/p>\n For living rooms, dimmer switches are essential to soften harsh central lighting. Investing in a \u2018statement\u2019 shade or angle-poise also means that any central light becomes a feature when it\u2019s not in use.\u00a0Don\u2019t feel obliged to have to light a whole room when the sun goes down. Localised lighting can highlight often overlooked treasures, or make a feature out of a piece of furniture.\u00a0Layering lighting creates an inviting atmosphere, so experiment with lighting at different levels around the room to create a cosy space:<\/p>\n 7. BIGGER IS ALWAYS BETTER \u2013 HOW A RUG CAN MAKE A ROOM LOOK BIGGER<\/strong><\/p>\n Don\u2019t be tempted to put a small rug in a small room \u2013 you may feel it adds interest to the centre of the floor, but it actually draws the eye inwards, making the room feel smaller.\u00a0Invest in the biggest rug you can, ensuring your furniture overlaps. This \u2018spreads\u2019 the eye, making the room feel bigger, but without losing the cosy feel of having your toes on the rug:<\/p>\n 8.<\/strong>\u00a0PLAY WITH PATTERN \u2013 HOW TO USE PATTERN WELL IN A ROOM<\/strong><\/p>\n Create a feature with one big bold pattern, for example, on curtains or a rug.\u00a0Smaller complementary patterns on accessories like cushions or throws add depth, interest and personality.\u00a0Coordinate accessories by choosing one accent colour across them all:<\/p>\n The Loom and Last, experts in creating stylish interiors, has picked the brains of their in-house stylists to bring you eight home styling secrets to make your home an interior designer\u2019s dream. 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