The Discern design team wanted to create a Vintage, yet Trendy Living R

oom. The living room is traditionally a space that brings family members and guests together, and sees - possibly - the greatest influx of people into a home.

The Discern team therefore, worked on a design brief that would ensure this room felt comfortable and home

y for family time, while still remaining

stylish for

entertaining.

The focal point of this room is the art behind the console table. On either side of the artwork are eye-catching bright pink lamps. The use of colour, texture and shapes aids in bringing all the elements together. The Discern design team recommends a vintage leather sofa, wooden arm chairs and curved white stools along with pops of colour. The bright hues add to the magnetism of the look, making it unique and exciting.

The chosen Eclectic design style allowed the designers unlimited creative freedom and no defined rules. This is because the style encompasses influences from several different periods. The Eclectic decor theme rises from a healthy cross-referencing from several design movements; such as Industrial – Rustic, Indian – Modern, and Retro – Glamour. Eclecticism started out in 19th and 20th-century architecture which incorporated the old and mixed it with the new. In interior design, this refers to furniture, structural features, accessories, and decorative & traditional motifs.

This style enables the designer to be uninhibited while creating spaces. The light, natural-hued oak finish used for the flooring makes both the dark and bright-coloured furniture and accessories stand out. The ceiling is painted in a cream shade to match and complement the oak-finish flooring. The perfectly-molded cornice is painted in stark white which acts as a perfect foil to the walls, painted in a colour aptly called 'Mystery.' This dark colour permeates into the living room effortlessly, creating a contrasting effect. When using bright and dark upholstered furniture and accessories, it is necessary to maintain some balance. The three niches were created to give the room balance and equality.