Uniq Lights and Home

Known for their exclusive designer lights, Uniq Lights and Home also offers an extensive range of high-quality home furnishings, from accent chairs and coffee tables to beds and vanities. The company, whose work can be seen in boutiques, five-star hotels and exclusively designed homes around the globe, shared some of their top interior-design tips for adding colour and interest to a room.

Scale Patterns

When decorating, it’s important to keep the scale of the room as well as the patterns or prints you plan on using in mind to create a balanced whole. “If you have a large room, then go for larger patterns as they will feel more to scale in the space. Smaller patterns can work well as accents but not on main walls as they will make the space feel too busy,” advises Uniq.

If you’re thinking of introducing a statement pattern to your room, check out their Filon Accent Chair with its bold houndstooth print.

2. Layer Texture

“If you are scared or simply don’t like that much colour in your home, try and play with different textures and fabrics instead, as this will create just as much interest,” recommends Uniq.

For instance, think about pairing metal, wood and leather in a monochromatic colourway. We especially like the combo of the Net Fan Light with leather-upholstered chairs or a sofa and a chunky wooden coffee table for a contemporary industrial look.

3. Experiment with Colour

Colour can be tricky to get right – too little and it looks drab, too much and it looks chaotic. “*When decorating, try and use about 70% of a main colour, 20% of a secondary colour, and 10% of an accent colour, and this will create a great scheme for you (don’t forget as well that flooring and furniture have colour too!). For instance, use a cream on your walls as the main colour (maybe a cream cushion or two as well), dark-brown sofas for the secondary colour, and green plants or cushions and accessories as your accent colour,” explains Uniq.

For a pop of colour, try the Chalina Accent Chair with royal-blue upholstery.