US girls think loads about what we wear - but what about how we decorate our homes? The fashion of interiors is second nature to British designer KELLY HOPPEN. Her “simple, yet opulent” style has featured in apartments, houses, hotels, restaurants and offices all over the globe.
Here, Kelly gives her top tips for interior trends in 2010.LIGHTING:This is very, very important. Hidden and concealed lighting creates clever shadows.
The black plum powder-coated steel Tommy desk lamp (Habitat, £15) is very eclectic. It has an adjustable head.
KITCHENS: Designs will be simple but with a modern twist, like the Carello two-door, stainless steel storage unit (Habitat, £469).
Plates will be on show, giving kitchens a very Italian look and feel.
BEDROOMS: They’ll be sexy, warm and inviting with lots of texture.
There will, however, be less space because the bed will be the star piece.
White Vermont bed linen will help it stand out (J by Jasper Conran at Debenhams, £22-£75).
ACCESSORIES: A well-placed or appropriately coloured cushion can add a subtle splash of character to a room.
The grey feather fur one from the Star by Julien Macdonald collection is ideal (Debenhams, £15).
CARPETS AND RUGS: Pattern, shag and thick piles with a comfortable sinking feeling are a must for this year - such as the Shaggy Shinny Rug (Zara Home, £139.90).
TABLES: Tabletops will be mix and match and dining refectory tables are in, not only in wood but with edgy lacquers.
Sold as a set of two, this Onokuni nest of tables is simple yet sophisticated (Zara Home, £89.99).
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