London based Wallpaper designer and painter Sian Zeng was born in China and grew up in Hungary. After graduating from the renowned Central Saints Martins College she founded her own label. We spoke to her about her approach to colour and asked her for tips on paint colours that can be combined with her wallpapers.
With the skilful interplay of historical patterns in new colour schemes, the English paint and wallpaper manufacturer Little Greene is once again creating very special wallpapers in its National Trust Papers IV collection.
Colours with warm undertones ensure timeless harmony in both classic and modern interior styles. The English paint manufacturer Little Greene has also taken up this theme and derived inspiring neutral shades from it. With the Stone colour palette, it offers modern New Neutrals colour shades that are perfectly matched to different room situations.
The skilful combination of colours and textures is a central element of perfect interior design. This also includes the combination of glossy and matt surfaces in the same colour. The juxtaposition of matt and gloss creates dynamism and gives the room depth, character and a touch of avant-garde elegance.
Matching walls and interior tone on tone has a long tradition in Scandinavian interior design. The effect is restrained and timeless.
A good starting point for this very Nordic colour concept are the wallpapers of the traditional Swedish brands Sandberg and Boråstapeter, many of which are in subtle colours. Clear white or grey components in all colour tones allow the wallpapers to recede visually in the room.
For the new collection, the young wallpaper label Mindthegap has collaborated with British designer and interior architect Minnie Kemp. The patterns are inspired by the landscape of Transylvania, the home of Mindthegap, and English eccentricity. They combine gorgeous colours and eclectic motifs.
Wallpapers with winter patterns and snow designs are not only perfect for the festive season, but also bring a timeless elegance to a room. Wallpapers with alpine panoramas, snow-covered forests and nostalgic winter sports themes add a touch of emotion and the perfect dose of alpine chic.
Choosing the right colour for the ceiling is important for a harmonious room concept. However, when designing a room with colour, the focus is usually on the colour of the walls. The ceiling is often overlooked. In this article, I show you what you should consider when choosing the ceiling colour.
The new Sweet Treats special colour collection from Little Greene focuses on warm honey, caramel and chocolate tones. A total of 9 colours can be used to create cosy interiors. They are named after well-known desserts and sweet baked goods.
The inspiring Rest Time collection is a collaboration between the Spanish wallpaper brand Coordonné and the renowned Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London.
