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Take a look at these rich and dramatic room ideas.
The season's new ink, cobalt, sapphire and emerald will bring a sense of the theatrical to any room.
White highlights the chimney breast and fireplace, making them the stars of the show.
BUY NOW: Agate Velvet Print Cushion, £19.50, Marks & Spencer
Fresh foliage brings a palette of blues alive.
A streamlined sideboard contrasts with a densely patterned wall.
BUY NOW: Voyage Sapphire Elemental Thalassa Vessel, £55, John Lewis
Dark green contrasts with a pale neutral to create a striking backdrop to the painterly tableware at centre stage.
BUY NOW: Catania Rug White and Black by Linie Design, £799, Heal's
Accents of yellow and gold inject a vibrant note in an intensely dark scheme.
Rich teal forms a calming and stylish background to a practical workspace.
BUY NOW: Penelope Task Lamp, £45, John Lewis
A leaf-pattern blind, golden metallic details and richly coloured towels update a neutral bathroom.
BUY NOW: Slimline Black Metal Shelf, £25, Cox & Cox
* Styling by Lorraine Dawkins and photography by Rachel Whiting.
From: House Beautiful magazine. Subscribe here.
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