Kate’s mantra

Kate's Mantra

01 - Something new - this could be high end or high street.

02 - Something old - every room needs something old adding something old adds character and makes a home feel lived in.

03 - Something black - bring in something dark to contrast, it anchors the space.

04 - Something gold - bring in something metallic into the space.

The contrast between old and new. You can't go wrong with black and gold. Check to see if you have those elements in your room. You can add something dark by introducing dark walls and picture frames to a space.

Vintage - older than 20 year

Antique - older than 100 years

Kate's Mantra - Case Study Kate's Living Room

01 - Something new - Kate's sofa

02 - Something old - Kate's grandma's sofa

03 - Something black - dark chocolate brown walls and dark frames.

04 - Something gold - Palm tree lamp and brass accessories

The Importance of Adding Something Unexpected

Adding an unexpected thing that might be the wow factor is so important. You want your home to feel like somewhere fun. In Kate's home, her brass palm tree lamp is something unexpected. Kate's stair carpet has spots, adding something unexpected.

Telling Your Story

Your home should tell your story and the story of the people you live with.

Your Assignment

Use Kate's mantra in your home. Look into a room and see if it has something new, something old, something black, and something gold. Consider what you already own that can be incorporated into the space to make it fulfil the mantra if the rooms lack these things.