While styles for home decoration are constantly changing, the beginning of a new year is as good a time as any to take stock and focus on the trends that will be inspiring us in the coming months. Aberdeen-based interior designer Lynne Frost of Lynne Frost Interiors talks us through her predictions for spring 2007.

2006 saw the rise of the ‘statement wall’ and the return of bright and bold patterned wallpaper, this trend is set to continue into spring but is likely to be toned down with the emphasis placed on more subtle details.

Lynne said: “It’s easy to become overwhelmed by bold colours and patterns. David Oliver’s Orchestration collection is a highly original and versatile collection of wallpaper which will bring a subtle sense of grandeur to any room. When planning your colour schemes, remember that colour is influenced by light which is constantly changing, so it’s important to test samples of the paint or paper in various lights.”

Above Image: David Oliver’s Orchestration collection for the Paint and Paper Library available through Lynne Frost. To view more of the collection visit www.paintlibrary.com

Pattern doesn’t necessarily need to be daring. An excellent example of how pattern and texture can be introduced into the home without making quite such a bold statement can be seen in the Kelly Hoppen carpet range for Wool Classics.

“Kelly is renowned for her emphasis on subtle tones and textures, illustrated beautifully in her new collection. The selection of designs is adaptable to any room style and will complement a wide variety of schemes without detracting from other key pieces in the room. To bring muted, natural interiors up to date for the coming year, dress the room with strong, architectural furniture for a sophisticated feel.” Lynne said.

Above Image: The Contour carpet style from Kelly Hoppen’s range for Wool Classics available through Lynne Frost.

Image Below: Products available through Lynne Frost Interiors.

Looking ahead to spring, if subtle colours are not to your taste; bright, fun accessories for the home will be a quick and easy way to update a look and offer an alternative to the softer styles which are proving popular. Glass accessories in particular are going to be the most fashionable.

“These beautiful Perfume Bottle Lamps from British company Porta Romana have a unique glass base with bright silk shades – these colourful pieces will brighten up any room. Alternatively, J. Robert Scott has produced hand blown Venetian Glass bottles in a variety of colours which look fabulous as elegant vases for spring flowers or on their own in an ornamental arrangement.”

Above Picture: Perfume Bottle Lamp from Porta Romana. View more of the range at www.portaromana.co.uk

Below Picuture: Venezia Bottles from J. Robert Scott. View more of the range at www.jrobertscott.com

To find out more about the interior design services that Lynne offers at Lynne Frost Interiors, visit www.lynnefrost.com or call 01224 588520 for a free consultation.

Issued on behalf of Lynne Frost by ThinkPR. For further information contact Christine Kershaw on 01224 562644 or email Christine@thinkpr.co.uk