The English Home

Guest APPEARANCE

Should a guest bedroom be in need of updating, why not transform it into a space akin to a bedroom in a boutique hotel or country house retreat and give friends and family members a sleepover to remember? After all, it will only be used for a night or two at a time, so can handle some lavish touches. An overtly patterned wallpaper, for example, will make a design statement and elevate the feeling of luxury during a short stay without being overwhelming. Similarly, a small room can be full of strong design features as what it lacks in size does not have to mean a compromise on style.

Prints Charming

Be inspired by the designs found in luxurious hotels where often there is a rich layering of colour, pattern and texture that comes together to create a visual feast in every corner and on every wall. Make a bold style statement with a large-scale floral wallpaper or a modern graphic, colourful pattern, or even a bespoke

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