These auspicious ideas are guaranteed to bring prosperity and harmony
These auspicious ideas are guaranteed to bring prosperity and harmony
Yellow is considered a very prestigious colour in Chinese culture and signifies good luck. It's the ideal hue to use as a bright accent in any room. Team with dark shades for standout style or tone with pale grey and soft green. Chinese Tree medium lamp with grey flex, £139, Anna Jacobs
Blue and white is a truly timeless colour combination. It always looks fresh and crisp, so it's no surprise that blue is associated with renewal. Add a few key pieces of blue and white pottery to a plain white dinner service to bring a whole new look to your table. Bird & Flower hand painted large bowl, £17.50, Also Home
The beautiful water lily has featured in Chinese art and literature for millennia and is regarded as a symbol of purity. This stylised pattern would make a bold statement in the hallway or use it to add character to a cloakroom. Cole & Son Summer Lily wallpaper, £99 a roll, Kensington Design
Red is the colour of Chinese New Year. It symbolises good fortune and happiness. Just a hint of this fiery hue will draw attention. Use it to create a dramatic focal area in your room. Pip Studio Chinese Garden duvet set, £70 for a single, Daisy Park
It's curved shape makes this a comfy place to rest at a desk or dressing table. Green is associated with health, prosperity, and harmony – definitely good to have around! Lacquer Character stool, £195, Orchid Furniture
2016 is the Year of the Monkey. In the Chinese zodiac this character is lively, intelligent, sociable and enthusiastic. So, it seems like we can all look forward to a very interesting 12 months! Monkey paper balloon, £2.25, Petra Boase
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