Mary's choice: DARK COLOURS
Style at Home|September 2023
Create a daring living room scheme with deeper tones and moody shades for a cosy and inviting space
LISA FAZZANI 
Mary's choice: DARK COLOURS

Decorating with dark colours can be tricky to pull off, but get it right and the results are super impressive. From deep greys to rich blues, these shades are a real mood enhancer.

Size up the room

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