I've been very inspired by my time in LA, especially with all the beautiful stores and store fronts. I love all the muted colours they use. Similar to the Farrow & Ball colours in the UK. I picked up a paint chart the other day thinking it was F & B, but it was in fact Martha Stewart. Can't believe all the things she is involved in!
Anyway this week I'm having a look at the modern country look and how to create this. When you look at the images below you will realise there is a common thread running through all these rooms and projects: simple walls, linen or natural fabrics for sofas/upholstery, colourful cushions/throws, fresh flowers. Ok so you may not have double height ceilings, bare brick walls or open fires but you can create your own modern country look taking inspiration from these shots. It's basically a plain back drop of walls, comfortable, cosy seating, layered up with throws, footstools and accessorised with pops of colour to bring the scheme to life. Have a go, you may be surprised at what you can achieve relatively easily.......
