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*Renovating is the best time to address the inherent problems of an older home. * The information below will help you identify...
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Colour and Light
Colour is a magical property that can transform an environment, create a style and set a tone. Many people believe that colour can alter your mood or improve your mental well being. Using colour you can make dramatic statements in your home and express your own personal creativity.
Colour Tricks
Tricks with colour can be achieved to make your home appear spacious or light. There are plenty of tricks you can use to enhance the size of your rooms, and on the other hand, if you have a space that you want to look warmer, careful use of colour can offer a simple but effective way to make your home feel cosier.
If you want something a little out of the ordinary, different paint techniques and wallcoverings can be used to create a wonderful variety of textured effects. These include colour washing, sponging, limewash effects, rag rolling, added sparkle, and a range of patterned and textured wallpapers.
Resene offers all customers a selection of valuable aids to enable you to choose the right colours for you. Visit www.resene.co.nz for more information or call 0800 RESENE. You can try out your colour scheme using the Resene EzyPaint virtual painting programme that is available on the Resene website.
For more information on wallcoverings to suit your interior visit www.visionwalls.co.nz.
Lighting as Art
Light has the power to characterise and accent rooms. It can convey an aura of intimacy, provide a touch of sophistication and enhance a home’s architectural details with special effects. Good lighting is about more than just light levels. The same level of light can provide effective or ineffective lighting. Some lighting can make rooms flat and featureless even when it’s bright.
An efficient and effective lighting system will:
- Provide a high level of visual comfort
- Make use of natural light
- Provide the best light for the task
- Provide controls for flexibility (eg. dimmers and sensors)
- Have low energy requirements.
A lighting designer will be able to help you design an effective lighting scheme. Ensure you have a detailed lighting plan before construction so that all wiring and cabling can be allowed for.
