More Is More Decor - A Handbook For Maximalists: Banish the beige, ditch the drab and throw the interiors rule book out of the window

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Layering colours, patterns and ornaments in a curated way that allows your personality and self-expression to show through. A bold, large-scale design can create a striking focal point and will work best when used for large windows where the repeat can be fully appreciated.

Among the new pieces were a range and stove hood, as well as a new model fridge in a blue-and-white majolica pattern. It sets the tone for the layering of antiques and fabrics, from Soane’s Jajim Stripe curtains to an antique cushion on the chair,’ she says.

I always wonder where they have been and who owned them and what did they lock inside and where is the darn key? We asked the experts to weigh in on the recent revival of maximalist decor by sharing their favorite interior design tips and advice. The key to mixing colors is choosing a similar color value (or relative lightness, darkness, or brightness). We often see coffee tables with books stacked atop them just so, but it's ok to be a little more casual with your arrangement.

It plays nicely with hues found in nature, such as green, brown, red, and yellow, and with a unifying base of white, the bright mix of colors looks invigorating and inviting.If you have a fantastic book collection, try stacking books high for the perfect maximalist look, contrasting coloured spines and displaying the most interesting as if they are pieces of artwork within your shelving.