Page 31 - ESPC Magazine - October2021

INTERIORS ADVICE

Susan Doherty, Founder of Life Stephanie Herron, Home Design Stylist
Story: at John Lewis & Partners:
“As the leaves darken and fall, and “Taking inspiration from the Danish
the nights draw in, we find ourselves concept of hygge has been popular
longing for a warm, calm and in the UK for many years, but as we
balanced home. I’m reaching for the move into autumn, this desire to
candles and blankets; the warming create a comfortable, cosy and inviting
embrace of a favourite blanket on sanctuary still feels very relevant. You
the back of the sofa, just where I may associate hygge with soft throws,
need it when the chill comes, and extra pillows and scented candles (all
a fresh cushion to complement the still very welcome as the nights draw
home aesthetic and freshen the in!) but it also follows the principles
space for the cosy season.” of decluttering. This autumn, invest
in some storage containers, drawer
dividers and large baskets so that
everything has a home. Get rid of any
piles of junk that have accumulated
“My one top tip for the over the summer. Buying storage pieces
cheapest but biggest impact with a natural Scandinavian aesthetic
when updating your home helps create a relaxing space.”
for autumn would be to paint
your living room a really
exciting colour. The process
of emptying the room to
decorate will encourage a
re-style and rearrangement
of what you have, everything
will look different against a
new colour. Remember it’s
only paint so you can always
change it!”
Anna Campbell-Jones,
Habitus Design and judge on Jessica Plateo, Marketing Manager
Scotland’s Home of the Year at Craig & Rose:
“Your front door makes a lasting
impression on both you and your
visitors, so it’s worth investing some
time and attention. Despite it being
Carl Morenikeji, Director at Scaramanga: a small project, good preparation
“Bring nature into your home this autumn and application will ensure that your
with house plants in simple terracotta pots new door colour lasts for years to
or repurposed vintage well-bucket planters. come, and our 1829 Gloss finish is
Choose easy to care for cacti and succulents perfect for this job.”
and/or larger plants with dramatic shapes
and leaves. Mix different styles and sizes and
group together for the greatest effect.”

30 ESPC.COM ESPC.COM 31