Q&A

with INTERIOR STYLIST Sania Pell

One way to reference a colour trend you like in fashion, for instance, is to hint at it via the colour of a cushion or a chair. We are less likely to change furniture than clothes, but you can have a chair recovered a little more often in more unusual fabrics and colours to give your space a fresh look.

What psychological effect do you think colours have and how do they make us feel?

My way of working with colour is usually tonal, which I find is calmer and easier to live with.

A mix of oranges, tans, pinks and corals, for example, works harmoniously to create a relaxing interior. To me, an interior should be a calm place and this tonal way of working helps create unity be it through blues, reds or creams.

What’s your philosophy on applying accent colours? Accent colours are important to add a little tension to a scheme, or to push boundaries. This can be through the introduction of an accessory.

How do you balance base and accent colours when you’re developing a palette for a decor scheme?

My main scheme will be around a base colour and the rest is accent. So, 80 to 90% tonal and 10 to 20% accent.

As well as Boss Design, Sania’s clients include Savoir Beds and Kvadrat and other leading brands. Find out more on her website www.saniapell.com