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IN IN THIS THIS ISSUE ISSUE Must have pieces to create an inviting hallway Dramatic Interior Ideas What makes the perfect space for bifold doors? Predicted wallpaper and paint trends Halloween at home Guide
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FEATURES Must have pieces to create an inviting hallway What makes the perfect space for bifold doors? Blue Colour Palette Clever Tech pieces for a smart home Celeb homes: Emelia Clarkes LA abode Kris Jenners Hills home sells
TRENDS Dramatic Interior Ideas What paneling should you use? Autumn Scents for your home
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OTHER Eye Spy - Modern Fireplaces Top Tips for a playful Childs bedroom
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SPOOKY SEASON COMMENCES Hello Letterboxers. It's here! My favorite time of year, full of Autumn colours, brisk weather and the seasonal Starbucks menu. Yes, autumn is the start of the best season here in the UK. This edition of Letterbox has been long awaited. Prepare for plenty of interior ideas, advice and of course plenty to shop. Including an exclusive Halloween section to help you prep for a stay at home Halloween weekend. With the summer long gone, and the exciting seasonal trends upon us, we at Letterbox have been spotting home must have's and how to get prepped for the upcoming chilly season. This is the first autumn edition, so I hope it spurs you on to make sure you're home ready!
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We all understand the importance of first impressions, especially when it comes to your home. And for most that first interior impression is that of your hallway. Whether you have a large, open entryway or new build, narrow corridor, there is so
HALLWAY
Because first impressions are everything
much to be done in your hallway to create the inviting, warming space your home craves. But what makes the greatest impact when entering a home? We have the guide you need to follow to create a fantastic entrance space and ensure it’s full of style.
Lighting The most important feature of any space – lighting! Yes, installing the correct lighting into your hallway can ensure a cosy, warming entrance day and night.
If you can, have
ceiling lighting as well as a table lamp. The variant of lighting can create a soft, warm mood for your hallway, making it a cosy entrance in an evening.
Mirror A mirrors real purpose is to bounce light and give the impression of more space. So, adding a mirror into your hallway is especially important if you unfortunately have a small, narrow one. Place yours opposite natural lighting or your stair way to offer more light and space.
Runner A runner in your hallway is a great way to add extra warmth and texture, so is well worth a consideration, especially if your entrance way has hard flooring.
Opt for a
hardwearing one that will last with the constant flow of feet.
Side Table Having a perfectly sized side table in your entrance space creates the perfect spot to add a touch of styling and personality as your guests enter. Even If you’re low on floor space, a narrow side board has just the same impact. If wall space is what you’re after, consider a radiator cover to conceal yours and offer you a space to style.
Candle Every room in your home should have a candle, including your hallway. The ambiance it creates on a dark evening is one thing, but the scent is the perfect punch for any new guest. Choose your scent wisely, it undoubtedly will become your signature home scent.
Artwork Artwork should be present in any space,including your hallway. Choose pieces that reflect your wider home and personality. Gallery walls make a great hallway piece, as a gateway into your family home and a beautiful focal point on large areas like a stairway.
Floral Display Finally, a floral display is the last piece in the hallway puzzle. Whether you embrace real, fresh cut flowers, or showcase a faux arrangement, a floral display is a pretty piece for a first impression.
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console table
Console tables have a place in every home – lounge, diner, kitchen, hallway, upstairs landing. The list is quite possibly endless. And whilst it may have a place in every home, it can be difficult to know how best to style and utilize the versatile furniture piece.
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LOVE ABIT OF DRAMA Gorgeous dramatic interior ideas to adopt this Autumn / Winter
Here at Letterbox, we love drama.
Especially when it comes in the way of dramatic interior architecture, styling and colour palettes. Autumn and Winter make the perfect seasons to adopt dramatics in your home, so we decided to gather some easy, brave and bold dramatic interior ideas that any home can embrace. Will you be brave this autumn? Will your home switch to the dark side?
Deep colouring Drama starts with the deep, dark colouring like plum, green, navy, charcoal or even black. Despite what people believe, dark colouring can work in both bright and rather dim lit rooms, small or large spaces. If painting the entire room a deep, dark colour is too much for your home, consider an accent wall, colour blocking or the half-painted design.
Rich Fabrics Daring interiors always embrace rich fabrics like velvet, suede and leather. Reupholster furniture to have a permanent edge, or use cushions, throws and curtains for an easily interchangeable look. Velvet is very much present on the high street, so now is a great time to inject a rich finish in your dramatic space.
Delicate styling With bold, dark colouring comes delicate, often soft styling. Using equally bold styling can deflect from the bold colour palette, so earmark neutral colours like white, black and grey
Moody Lighting We say it time and time again – lighting is vital in any space, any home. Poor lighting can impact a well styled space endlessly, so you need to nail it. When it comes to dramatic interiors, moody lighting pairs perfectly. Use dimmer switches to offer a variant of light, and incorporate table and floor lamps for warm lighting.
Vintage Esque Dramatic interiors always need a little vintage style. Hunt your local antique stores for one off, unique pieces to add to your moody space. We love clashing pattern and era within dark, dramatic spaces to add interest and character.
Dramatic interiors have a place in any home, any time of the year. But with winter appearing, now is a fantastic time to adopt and inject dark colours into your home palette. Â Will you be taking your space to the dark side?
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ESCAPE TO THE CHATEAU'S DICK AND ANGEL STRAWBRIDGE RELEASE NEW CHRISTMAS COLLECTION If you’re a fan of Escape to the Chateau as much as we are, then there is a gorgeous array of Christmas present ideas. Dick and Angel Strawbridge have released a beautiful new personalised Christmas collection inspired by their 19th-century chateau, Chateau-de-la-Motte Husson. Available to buy online, you can find everything from scented candles to monogrammed notebooks. Whatever you're searching for, the personalised products are perfect for loved ones, or yourself! Prices from just £ 24.00.
WHAT PANELING SHOULD YOU USE? THE LETTERBOX GUIDE Hot on the lips of all interior lovers is paneling. For a little over a year the trend has peaked and has no sign of slowing down. Ever being brought into many homes, panelling showcases how a simple DIY can transform the look, feel and character of a space. But with so many different designs of panelling to use, what is the best option for you, your home and your style. Here’s our guide to panelling styles and where’s best to use them.
Square arrangement It’s one of the most popular designs of panelling when you search Instagram or Pinterest. It’s easy to create and can work in all living spaces including dining, living and bedroom. Plus, it can don any colour too, including the dark and bright shades. We think square panelling works best on those square walls. Long expansive walls would look much better with a different design.
Board and Batten Very similar in terms of creation, board and batten paneling is quick and easy. Once again, board and batten can work well in most living spaces including dining, living and bedroom. They can also work in your bathrooms too with a classic, understated effect. Showcase this style on those long, large walls. You can even make your ceilings feel higher by only taking your panelling ¾ up your wall, and in a contrasting colour to the other, and top part of your feature wall.
Shiplap A rather understated design is the shiplap design. Hang vertically or horizontally, shiplap is a versatile design that can work in any room. Ship lap does carry a certain styling though, so be weary if wanting a real luxe mood and style, as this might not be the best option. Shiplap works best in small doses like as a feature on a small wall. Painted in the same colour as the rest of a room eases the shiplap into the space whilst adding a subtle feature.
Tongue and Groove Very similar to shiplap, but different, we promise. Tongue and groove is more ridged than that of shiplap and is a classic look that could be found in a quaint cottage. Once again, this style suits any space including living and wet spaces. We believe tongue and groove looks best carried halfway up a wall and painted in a contrasting colour.
Geometric A very modern take on this ever-growing trend, the geometric paneling design is a very creative style. If your home is modern, but lacking character, geometric paneling is for you. We think this style works best in bedroom spaces and living rooms. Once again, painted in the same colour as other walls, it adds extra interest to a feature wall.
Classic Molding Lastly, the classic of all paneling. This style is pretty dynamic and can come in lots of different variations. But this paneling is typically found in period properties. Roll forward to 2020, and any home can sport the gorgeous classic molding paneling in any living space. We love classic molding style paneling in hallways for an air of opulence and grandeur. Paneling is ever popular and rightly so. With so many types and styles, there is a type of paneling suitable for any home, space and style. We strongly recommend researching each style to find what will work best with your home and styling.
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ALDI LAUNCHES AUTUMN HOMEWARE RANGE, WITH PRICES STARTING FROM JUST £3.99 From bar stools to storage trunks...
Looking to spruce up your space for less? Well, Aldi has just launched a new range of autumn homeware accessories — and prices start from as low as
£ 3.99.
As we approach the colder months, many of us may be thinking about how we can refresh our cosy living rooms and bedrooms without breaking the bank. Whether you're looking to save or splurge, the budget supermarket's new range of special buys has all you need. Some of the must-have accessories include a grey storage trunk ( (
£ 29.99)
£ 39.99),
and a gorgeous square faux fur stool (
luxury shaggy rug
£ 14.99).
We've also got our eye on the stylish velvet bar stool ( has stunning metal legs and a soft teal velvet seat.
£ 39.99),
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WHAT MAKES THE PERFECT SPACE FOR BI-FOLD DOORS? The popularity of bi-fold doors have certainly sky rocketed in recent years. Creating a wall of glass, Bi-fold doors are the perfect design element for properties seeking lots of natural light and an expansive opening into outdoor space. But what is the perfect space for bi-fold doors? Knowing where to install bi-fold doors is vital if wanting to successfully install and implement this beautiful design aspect successfully into your home.
A LARGE SPACE
Bi-fold doors lend themselves to large, expansive spaces, including the room they are within, and the space they lead to. That’s why so often, bi-fold doors expand the entire length of a property to flood internal spaces with light and impact. OPEN PLAN LIVING
Is the ideal choice for bi-fold doors, partly due to the flexibility of both open plan living and bi-fold doors. Open plan living is a modern way to live, and so is a space that can incorporate and flow in and out of house and garden. Bi-fold doors do just that and make a perfect addition to an open plan living home. GLASS ROOMS
We say glass rooms because purpose built glass extensions with a large opening is a perfect spot for bi-fold doors. Bi-fold doors can help extensions feel part of the original home, and part of a garden space too
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BEST AUTUMN SCENTS FOR YOUR HOME
Get home, change into some cosies and light a candle. Autumn is finally here and so are some of the most amazing autumnal scented candles. Shop our five favourite.
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BLUE
Every month we take a look at a different colour and how it can be brought into your home. We know adding new colour, or any colour into your home can feel daunting. There is no one size fits all when it comes to adding and using colour in your own home. But, every home does need some colour. It can boost your mood, ease anxiety and make it feel like your own. In October, we are looking at Blue! Blue is a fantastic colour ton embrace in your home, especially as the colder, darker days draw in. And contray to belief, blue is a fantastic shade for various spaces, aside from your bathroom. So sit back, we have a full guide on how you can inject Blue into your home.
LET’S TALK SHADES... With every colour comes a magnitude of different shades and tones to consider. From cool blue, baby blue, deep blue and bright blue. Thankfully, every blue can work in your home, it all depends on the space and style.
NOT JUST FOR THE BATHROOM It's oh so typical to find blue stuck in the bathroom - usually styled with nautical themed pieces. But encase you needed reassuring, blue isn't just for that bathroom / wet room space. Dark moody interiors have surged deep Blues into every space of the home, including living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms.
ACCOMPANYI NG COLOURS Grey is a firm favorite in the interior world, and whilst it might be on it way out as a star player, it's certainly a great wing-man to many other colours, including blue. Aside from Grey, Blue works well with various other colours including Pink, Mustard and Gold.
MI X AND MATCH FI NI SHES Just like colours, Blue matches well with a huge range of finishes and materials. Don't be afraid to mix and match different wood finishes, metals and textures. We love rustic wood finishes with gold.
WHY SHOULD YOU I NJECT BLUE I NTO YOUR HOME? Blue is a beautiful colour that should be present in every home. With many tones to choose from, there really is space in your property palette to sneak in some sultry blue shades. With many accompanying colours and styles to compliment blue, it could be the colour your home and current style has been missing.
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Eye Spy : Modern Fireplaces Fireplaces are a warm and comforting centre piece for you living space. Especially in these colder months. But for new, modern homes, traditional fireplaces can look and feel out of place. Yet, there are lots of modern arrangements that offer cosy vibes, without lacking the modern touch.
ARE THESE THE PREDICTED NEW TRENDS FOR PAINT AND WALLPAPER? Has Grey had its day? What colours can we see taking centre stage next? We’ve been taking a look at the upcoming trends for interior paint and wallpapers, so you can get ahead of the curve.
WALLPAPER – WILL BE BIGGER, BOLDER AND BRIGHTER. Wallpaper certainly isn’t going anywhere.
WARM NEUTRALS We believe Grey is on the way out,
Moreover, wallpaper in the coming year will
with many
certainly be bigger, bolder and brighter than
homes turning to warm neutrals to
we’ve been using in our homes recently. We
create an inviting colour palette.
predict homeowners will become more daring
Warmer tones like oatmeal offer more
with the prints, colours and even texture of
warmth and homely ambience that Grey
wallpaper.
certainly doesn’t.
DARK, BOLD SHADES
TEXTURE
Whilst dark, bold colours are already here,
Yes, texture is going to be hugeeeee!
we
For those homeowners who are dubious
feel 2021 will be the continuation of its
of clashing colours or bold palettes,
popularity. Once we shied away from dark
playing with texture will be the next
colours in fear of losing light and space. Now,
best thing. A combination of the same
bold, dark shades are vibrant and space
colour across various finishes is a
changing, especially when styled with the
fantastic way to add interest into a
perfect lighting and soft furnishings. Deep
space, whilst keeping a safe palette.
blue and emerald greens will certainly be centre stage in our homes!
3 Clever tech pieces that will shape a smart home routine Smart tech is shaping how we tackle every day chores and tasks in our very homes. From playing music, switching on mood lighting and setting alarms, smart technology can literally transform your home into a futuristic hub that is intelligent to your living patterns and routines. What’s better, smart technology is becoming more and more achievable in every home, as well as appealing in the modern day, barely have time to sit down, lifestyle. So, if you’re ready for a home that works with you, is smart and savvy, here’s 5 clever tech pieces that will truly shape a smart routine into your property.
Amazon Alexa One of the most popular and well-known smart tech pieces is the Amazon Alexa. Ask her anything, from playing a song, answering a question, ordering online and telling you the news. Aside from these small things, there is many ways the Amazon Alexa can curate a smart routine in your home. Say the trigger word for her to start a routine or preprogramme set sequences of tasks for specific times of the day. With the Amazon Alexa, there is complete connect ability to other huge smart tech pieces, including digital bulbs that will light with a simple ‘Alexa, turn on the Bedroom Lights’ command. The possibilities of curating a smart routine into your home with the help of Alexa is pretty much endless and a great starting point to turn your home, smart.
Ring Doorbell & Security Home security has even turned smart with the ever-popular Ring doorbell security system. The digital doorbell camera allows owners to see guests at the door even when not at home. And with their wide range of security products, home owners can even keep an eye inside the home with indoor cameras, motion triggers and door / window contact sensors. Just like the doorbell, all can be accessed via the internet and switched on and off remotely. Ring doorbell and security systems are completely compatible with Amazon Alexa too!
Hive Home Hive Home is the all in one smart home technology. Combining home security, smart heating control and remote access to electric products including lighting and individual products. Hive Home is the smart home product when wanting to control every aspect of your home. Set the temperature of your home, turn the heating on before making the journey home, securing your home whilst away for a night. It once again is accessed via the internet, but has an award winning app behind it.
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AUTUMNAL WREATHS FOR YOUR DOOR OR WALL
Make a great impression with a beautiful autumnal wreath to adorn your front door or wall. Create your own, or buy a beautifully created
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Momanger Kris Kardashian has sold her hidden hills mansion for £11.3million to a private buyer. The sprawling eight-bedroom home is set within the exclusive, hidden hills gated community and made a healthy £4.2million profit. Kris spent a fair amount of money giving the luxurious house a sleek makeover— complete with walnut flooring and Italian marble detailing in the family kitchen. The farmhouse-style home boasts formal and informal dining rooms, an open-plan living room, a downstairs main bedroom suite with its own wing, plus another five bedrooms. There's also a cinema room, an outdoor pool and a covered outside seating area. Kris won’t be short of a place to live now she’s sold up. She has the choice of the Kardashian family home, also in Hidden Hills, three condos in nearby Calabasas and a £9 million house in La Quinta, California.
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Top Tips for a creative and exciting kid's space When it comes to your little one, creating a space that that offers excitement, creativity and essential play space is top priority. Not forgetting the practicality of comfortable sleep space and somewhere to of course knuckle down and tackle homework too. But what makes the ultimate space for a kiddie to want to snuggle down and sleep as well as play? We've put together some top tips to follow to balance work and play in your child's bedroom, without compromising style and creativity.
Play with pastels There is nothing more soothing than soft pinks, blues, greens and yellows. A pastel colour palette is perfect for your child, whether it be a first bedroom or growing playroom.
Add a mural Spark imagination with a beautiful focal mural. Create your own using colour blocking, hang wallpaper or use wall stickers. We love ones that offer exotic backdrops or striking patterns for added interest.
Paint the furniture
Add some chalk board
Add some extra colour, or a new lease
Chalk boards just scream to be
of life into worn furniture by painting a
doodled and drawn on so painting on
fresh new colour. Chalk paint is a
into your childs space will create a
fantastic and easy way to paint any
great spot to practice portraits or
piece with a gorgeous finish.
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Your uide G n e e w o l l a H from letterbox Tis the season to be spooky. Our exclusive guide to hosting a killer Halloween at home, whether alone or with friends. Plus, styling tips, shopping guides and food ideas!
COSY AND CLASSY HALLOWEEN DÉCOR TO INCORPORATE INTO YOUR HOME Fancy injecting spooky vibes to your home, without the garish, over the top décor? There are plenty of ways to incorporate spooky elements without ruining the classic and cosy vibes with some stylish pieces. Here’s our guide to keeping it cosy and classy for your Halloween evening.
PAINTED PUMPKINS Typical pumpkins are orange and cut out. Classy Halloween décor can still incorporate a classic pumpkin, just with a bit more style. Decorate yours this year by painting one instead. Use colours from your space, or keep it neutral with plain white. It’s never been more on trend than painted pumpkins and worth a consideration for your classic yet spooky styling.
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BLACK PAPER BATS Even chic Halloween décor takes a bit of DIY. And this one is super easy but hugely effective. Black paper bats, arranged across a wall makes a fantastic visual focal point and the perfect spooky yet stylish décor piece.
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BLACK BRANCHES Another inexpensive, DIY décor piece and beautiful too – painted black branches. Perfect for a table centre piece and looks haunting with candles and those painted pumpkins. Go extra with your styling and use faux cobwebs too!
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