Chill Factor

Relax, it’s the 2020s and this decade’s décor retreats into a comfort zone that simply says ‘chill’. Home is a sanctuary where we recharge our batteries. We look at ways to do them up, so we can wind down.   A softer palette Muted, serene shades make a peaceful haven. Warmer neutrals […]

A den for everyone: RESENE

This beautiful serene space has been created to be an inviting and comfortable escape that’s refreshingly gender neutral. Just a quick change of the focus artwork shifts the room subtly from more of a ‘she-den’ to a ‘he-den’.   It might seem like an unusual way to think about a space, but […]

Framed Treasures

“If you have something you want framed, no matter what it is, bring it to me and I will turn it into a stunning wall feature.”   John McCann of Artworks Gallery does mean he can frame literally anything. After all, he has framed items as unusual as a large wedding dress […]

Pitcher Perfect

Funky jugs and pitchers are as cool as a glass of chilled water (or wine)! Better yet, they don’t just bring style factor to table – why not make the most of their beauty and use them in creative ways too?     Whether it’s to pour punch at a party on […]

Blue Bayou

We’ve long had a love affair with the colour blue and in 2020 it’s just as popular as ever. We check out how to work this watery hue into the home.     Blue is a cool colour on the palette wheel, but one which warms the heart. Mysterious inky depths of […]

New Year, new design looks

Metropol catches up with award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong about how to maximise the potential in your investment through renovating.     When you delve into the reasons why we renovate, it’s about finally getting the opportunity to have our homes align with how we want to live, Angelique explains. “When you […]