| Tired of the same old colour schemes? These three | | | | bright coral and accents of white. |
| fresh new colour combinations are the perfect way to | | | | Layer tones of grey in the furniture, carpet and some |
| give your home a contemporary new look. | | | | accessories, then pick a punchy statement shade of |
| Heather and Chalk | | | | coral for the walls. |
| Purple is a big trend for 2009, but deep tones can be | | | | Keep shapes and patterns simple and pick up on the |
| overwhelming, so follow our tips to help you get it right | | | | coral from the walls with the cushions, accessories |
| Go for soft heather purples balanced with creamy | | | | and curtains. Compliment the colour scheme with a |
| off-whites. These soothing colours are easy to live | | | | fabric which mixes in a touch of grey, too. |
| with and cobined with light wood, work well to create | | | | A few quirky items in pure white, such as a clock and |
| the perfect country scheme. | | | | table, will stand out and lift the scheme. |
| Use your curtain fabric as a starting point for your | | | | Duck egg blue and Rose |
| colour scheme. Choose a floral-print fabric with | | | | Duck-egg blue is a classic choice and combined with |
| vintage-style purple blooms and then co-ordinate this | | | | pink it creates a contemporary, elegant look. |
| with your wall paint. | | | | Cool duck-egg blue and warm rose pink make a |
| Choose chunky, waxed oak furniture and an aged | | | | perfect colour combination for an elegant living room. |
| leather armchair to achieve a timeless look. Then add | | | | Keep this mix fresh by adding an Oriental twist. |
| a big sofa piled with cushions that you can really sink | | | | Paint the walls in this soft blue shade then choose |
| into. | | | | flooring and upholstery in warm neutral tones, before |
| Pick out the heather tones with purple accessories and | | | | adding the vibrant shade of pink. |
| use wool and cashmere cushions and throws to add a | | | | Follow the Eastern theme by combining chinoiserie-print |
| luxurious feel. | | | | curtains with embroidered cushions and dark wood |
| Slate and Coral | | | | furniture and flooring. Ornamental bridcages and |
| Be bold with fiery coral, cooled by slate grey and arctic | | | | orchids complete the look. |
| white; this scheme is as modern as they come | | | | Give the rose accent more impact by keeping |
| Grey is a soft and calming colour, perfect for creating | | | | accessories, such as picture frames and ceramics, |
| a relaxing living room. It's a practical choice for a | | | | neutral. |
| modern interior and it can be easily livened up with | | | | |