Traditional to Chic

Having spent a few years using traditional elements in my home I wanted to add some glamour and introduce light as natural light is lacking.

The doors were stained in a dark oak gloss and I'd previously complimented this with traditional wooden frames and gold accessories.

from dark doors...

...and brown/golden accessories

I introduced light by painting the doors in Crown Fresh Milk White, adding a soft Camisole Pink from Craig and Rose to the walls.  

to fresh white and pink...

....to new chic accessories

With a splash of extra colour at the end of hallway with Summer Palace Wallpaper from Laura Ashley that contrasts with the same paper used in the lobby as shown in my blog, Plastic Wallpaper?

Summer Palace Wallpaper by Laura Ashley

the camisole pink background sets off the new white doors

I love my newly painted old CD rack that now is used to display a variety of items that mean a lot to me

Cup & Saucer - present from a friend.

cut out from wallpaper in a pretty painted frame

I bought this handbag for my Sister's wedding
- far too nice to keep in a cupboard!

this tiny "handbag" opens up as a mirror -
bought from car boot for 50p

Simple accessories bring out the colours of the wallpaper...

I love this rose hook & bathroom sign
- both from Laura Ashley

A lovely plaque bought by a friend sits against the skirting board

wrought iron and 3d image makes this message
stand out for all my guests