Five simple steps for combining furniture, lighting and accessories


There's an art to choosing the right furniture and accessories for a room - so let the specialists at The Design Spectrum in London guide you through with their five top tips


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1 - Classic and Contemporary: why not have both? A mix of styles creates atmosphere and can bring your space to life.

2 - Functional Beauty: we believe that functionality adds to beauty, be practical in your choices and give each piece a purpose.


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Pierluigi Colli Console - Italian 1930's maple and palm-wood console


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Bernini Architectural Cabinet - Architectural cabinet on wheels with 16 drawers by Bernini

3 - Let there be light: experiment with lighting design to focus on special pieces, thereby enhancing their presence and allure.


Easel Light - 1950's style reproduction easel light, adjustable clamp, black painted shade and articulated arm - available in a nickel or brass finish

Easel Light - 1950's style reproduction easel light, adjustable clamp, black painted shade and articulated arm - available in a nickel or brass finish

4 - Attention to detail: accessories are back, so invest in beautifully crafted bespoke and rare items to complete the picture.

Hammock Bowl - Dionysos white marble decorative bowl - by on.entropy

Hammock Bowl - Dionysos white marble decorative bowl - by on.entropy

5 - Have fun with it: be playful in your choice of lighting and decorative arts, it draws the eye and creates a memorable moment in time.

Rebay Collection - Glass standing lamps made with original 1950's blown glass - several designs available - by Jon Male

Rebay Collection - Glass standing lamps made with original 1950's blown glass - several designs available - by Jon Male

Find out more: www.thedesignspectrum.com








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