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My home hunt lasted approximately six months until I found the rare pearl
and styled with warm metals, while the entrance set the colour palette for the entire home with its elegant, soft hues. A 72-inch television became the focal point for the living room. “I can’t live without it,” Naoufar admits. The space was designed for entertaining with plenty of seating, while soft tones were contrasted with a pop of colour from the Ebarza Egg chair and a rug from Carpet Centre. The kitchen had already been remodeled by Meiwe’s Kitchens with all appliances from Miele, so only the backsplash and some doors were toned down from vibrant orange to a beautiful greyish green that complemented the overall neutrals of the apartment. The balcony was styled with decorative greens, lots of candles, colourful cushions and a throw, while another painting of a horse was added to the master bedroom as inspiration for the rest of the
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hues in the room. Layers and textures were added to create a serene and luxurious feel. To complement Naoufar’s TV career, for which personal presentation is crucial, the second bedroom was transformed into an all-white dressing room. “We did a bit of an IKEA hack by making an island of drawers placed back to back and finishing it with a glass top,” Nisrine explains. A little desk was added to the back, which offered space to work, when needed, and a single grey IKEA bed was also installed. The dressing room was styled with perfume bottles on a mirrored tray, simple window treatments and a huge hanging IKEA burst lightfoot along with a selection of pretty orchids. “I collected dozens of images of luxurious spacious closets for years wishing that one day I would have my own,” Naoufar reveals. Sometimes, the best things come to those who wait.