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virgin design collaboration between a colour-shy client and one of Melbourne’s premier interior designers resulted in a chic and uber sophisticated home for a family of three. Looking to update their home and add some warmth and character, the designer began work on creating this effortlessly relaxed family home. Known for her unique interpretation of colour and brave use of pattern Bergeron states “it took some time for the clients to become comfortable with using both in their own home”. The project has run over two years and continues to evolve in a long term partnership between designer and client. Identifiably classic “DB”, the home is relaxed and inviting: features Diane is careful to achieve in all of her designs. Working with several existing pieces of art and furniture, Diane set about incorporating these into an overall look. Wanting a sophisticated aesthetic but incorporating vibrant colour, the designer began with a palette of deep charcoal set against coral and blues that seamlessly weave throughout the home. The family room features classic architecture paired back with wooden floors, white bookcasing and a traditional fireplace central to the room’s design. Careful curation of old and new items, books and personal objects displayed in balanced groupings put the room at ease being both a feature and a backdrop. Each individual item is part of the greater whole but adding subtle statements through their shape, colour and meaning to the clients. Chevron patterns in pops of coral pink set > 29
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