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Warm colour

SUMMER THORNTON, PRINCIPAL, SUMMER THORNTON DESIGN

‘The inspiration spawned from a bright red and chrome fire truck, but morphed to this ox-blood red for more sophistication,’ explains Summer. The red inserts are teamed with lightly stained oak and dramatic marble countertops with plum tones, and the design completed with a vintage dining table. ‘It feels strong and adds a dash of edginess to the room (£32.50, Rizzoli) is out now.

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