Interiors: New ways to work with white

For a similar cabinet, try Ikea. For similar monochromatic artwork, try seventytree.co.uk. Nutscene.com sells jute spools. Styling: Pella Hedeby and Marie Ramse

WARM & SCANDI

 The living room is all about comfort. So relax the trad minimalist vibe with texture and rustic-luxe details. 

HOW TO NAIL NORDIC

✓ DO pair different textures to make a feature. Whitewashed tongue-and-groove panelled walls with painted rattan furniture and hemp rugs will give a beachy feel.

✗ DON’T be afraid to use white as your main palette. It reflects light so will open up smaller spaces and tight corners.

 MODERN MONOCHROME

Black kitchen cabinets? Yes please! We’re loving this super-sleek new trend, which works brilliantly against white walls. 

GET BLACK & WHITE RIGHT

✓ DO use treasured items to colour a blank canvas. Black shelving is a sharp contrast to white walls and provides the perfect backdrop for displayed art.

✗ DON’T restrict yourself to the monochrome scheme – feel free to add shots of colour. Green shades work particularly well with black and white.

PLAY WITH GREY

White makes a strong statement when used with an accent colour. In this bathroom, moody grey walls provide a dramatic contrast to bright clean lines.

GRADE YOUR SHADE

 ✓ DO keep rooms feeling light and bright with a stronger neutral tone of grey and pair with white ceilings and painted wooden floorboards for a calming space to relax in. 

✗ DON’T use a semi- or high-gloss paint when using grey on walls, as you will end up with a metallic finish. Matt emulsion works best as grey tints conceal imperfections on a wall.