Red and green must be seen

A delicate floral design really is intrinsic to a provincial look, even if it’s just used as an accent in a decorating scheme. Red and green is a very traditional colour combination and, as these hues are natural complements, they work particularly well together in a colour palette. Revel in the delights of nature with this Euphoria fabric, in Candy, from Unique Fabrics.

Keeping up appearances

Feeling a little caught in the clutter? Take a look at the best and brightest ideas for putting everything in the home in its rightful place. The key to creating a well-organised home lies in finding the best solutions for you and your family. Storage boxes aren’t just for hiding away odds and ends – these Orient Boxes from Laura Ashley make the perfect display pieces for the home office. They start at $29.95.

Child's play

Whether they’re tots of teens, decorating a kid’s room can be a challenging experience – after all, it’s about creating a space where they can play, rest and work – but it’s also a terrific way to inject fun and colour into your home and get creative with kids. Blue is a traditional choice for boys’ bedding and this Pioneer cit set from Wallace Cotton fits the bill.

In the loop

Transform your floors and pamper your feet with irresistible carpet. There are so many different weaves, textures and patterns available these days, there’s bound to be the perfect one for your home. Brintons blue classic florals blend perfectly with the subtle shades of blue and lavender in this room.