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Cafe-style shutters
in White, from
£168sq m,
California Shutters

5.

Calming

Eucalyptus

Soft, serene and soothing, this timeless

grey-green shade is super versatile

CREATE HARMONY A calm, quiet green TRY IT IN A
with cool grey undertones, eucalyptus works BATHROOM
well with the whole spectrum of neutrals,
from whites and creams to greys and taupes. Calm green walls are a
Used often in floral arrangements, eucalyptus perfect stand-in for grey
or beige in a bathroom
has a natural ability to bring out the and make a quiet
brightness and beauty of bolder colours. backdrop for statement
pieces, such as a
SET YOUR STYLE Restful and easy on free-standing bath
the eye, eucalyptus is a great all-rounder that in burnished metallic
looks at home in any setting. Pull off period or a patterned floor in
vintage encaustic tiles.
style with elegant wall-to-wall green panelling
in a formal setting, or mix eucalyptus with TRY IT IN
raw timbers, burnished metals and industrial A LIVING
elements for a rustic, urban vibe.
ROOM
BRING OUT THE FINISH Soft greens Use this timeless green
like eucalyptus, sage and celadon are great as a neutral, making it
partners for natural materials, bringing out the starting point for
your colour scheme Iggy armchair in Ocean
the grain and colour of wood finishes.
with walls painted in Diamond, £1,200; Iggy
HIGHLIGHT TEXTURES Keep it subtle pale eucalyptus and footstool in Buttermere
upholstery and flooring Baylee, £470; scatter
by working in textural elements to add
in a coordinating shade. cushion in Dusty Rose,
interest, from plush weaves and damasks Add touches of coral or £45; Bengal rug, £149,
to cut velvets and tone-on-tone patterns. pale pink for contrast. all Sofa.com

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