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Pared-down palette

For a grown-up take on pastels, balance white walls with organic tones of mint green and playful pops of lilac and apricot. Keep pattern to a minimum for an overall calming feel – look for colour blocks or linear motifs to give your space a little lift.

Comforting curves

Bubbles, ripples and arches are making waves in interiors as we look for shapes with a softer feel. Curvy furniture, lighting and accessories are available at reasonable prices for you to swap

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