Tired of your living room? Want to give it a fresh look? Jo’burg interior designer Kirsten Di Clemente has these stylish tips and ideas on how to update the decor – and best of all, it just takes a shopping trip
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“It’s always a good idea to invest in a classic sofa like this one from Wunders as you can change the look very easily with accessories,” says Kirsten. “One of the on-trend decor styles at the moment is the world traveller look, which mixes different cultures and designs and is easily achievable by combining new purchases with treasures collected on travels. Here, I’ve combined Oriental and African styles, starting with the Scarab artwork, which creates a focal point. To complement it, I introduced an eye-catching Ardmore scatter cushion and added a luxe touch with one in velvet.
This story is from the April 2018 edition of South African Garden and Home.
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