Top Design Tips
Ocean Collection
Inspiration for Summer Schemes
Come rain or shine; when the days get longer we all yearn for a splash of vibrant colour to celebrate the arrival of summer.
Whether you fancy a touch of the exotic, relaxing influences from the sea or zesty colour combinations, with these top Wilman tips you can create a scheme perfect for stylish summer living.
By the Sea…
Bringing the outside indoors can create a calming environment, especially when you choose soothing colours and textures inspired by nature. Imagine flowing waves, rippling sand dunes and delicate organic designs bringing the relaxing moods of the ocean into your home. Coral motifs and watermark fabrics are bang on trend this season and a few simple touches make this look easy to achieve. Use tactile cotton and linen materials to ensure that your summery, oceanic theme feels as good as it looks. Sculptured and ruffled fabrics with lightweight qualities and gentle silks are airy and enticing, and to complete the look choose delicate ceramics and light bleached wood furniture.
Key colours: Sharp pinks and amethysts, warm sand, coral with taupe, soft greens with cream, soft pearls, gold and silver greys.
Chantilly Collection
Summer Brights…
Summer is all about colour. Current catwalk fashions for vibrant contrasting colours and bold geometric designs can be mirrored in the home for a scheme that is invigorating and up to the minute. To create this refreshing look, choose bright sorbet colours and bold patterned fabrics that stand in bold contrast for a relaxed summer living feel. To add punch to your colour scheme, go as vibrant as you dare with eye-catching accent colours for cushions, curtain fabric and accessories. Designs which emphasis light colour and space work well with high gloss furniture.
Key colours: Lime, aquamarine, cerise and amethyst.
Savannah Collection
Walk on the Wild Side…
As stunning as a sunrise over the Serengeti, combining a modern ethnic vibe with heat haze colours can add a sense of adventure to your summer scheme. In the interior design world, globalization is a strong emerging trend which brings a respect for textiles from other cultures. Subtle animal prints, colonial influences and shimmering textures can make this a liveable look that works in any setting. Create a calm and informal elegance by choosing a sophisticated colour palette, teamed with darker wooden furniture and statement accessories. Co-ordinated upholstery fabric is the perfect way to introduce existing furniture to this scheme.
Key colours: Soft purples and plums, deep coral, black and taupe, creams and grey blues.