Spending time in nature has been proven to be good for your mental health, so why not incorporate nature in your home interior to enhance your decor and help you to relax and de-stress? Natural elements in your home can be added in a multitude of ways, from plants and artwork through to furniture, cushions and wallpaper. To make it easier for you to bring the outside inside, we've provided some handy tips below.

Pastel tones have recently become popular within interior design, as the soft, muted tones not only enhance living spaces, but also soothe the senses to create an environment that feels calm and serene. Some of the pastel colours at the forefront this season are pink, mauve, baby blue, magic mint, periwinkle and lavender.

The trend toward bold interiors in 2019 has allowed more personal expression and individuality in designing the interior of a home or workspace. While these bold trends are all very different, you can still create striking and harmonious interior spaces by merging these together. Whether you like to add splashes of colour to a white palette or juxtapose a variety of patterns and textures, let your personality shine this season, as expressed in the words of Robert Frost, "freedom lies in being bold." Find out more about 2019's trends toward bold interiors below and how to use these to make a statement.

Designers are often asked for tips on how to choose the right artwork. As artwork is used to capture the personality of the homeowner, as well as add character to an interior, it's important to choose the right pieces. Artwork is also a great investment if you want to spend the time researching which artists and pieces are more highly sought after. But the best thing about artwork is you can achieve an eclectic and stylish interior without having to overspend.

While interior design can seem quite complex to the uninitiated, there are some design secrets you can follow to help you achieve a personalised and eclectic look for your space, such as mixing 'old' with 'new'. By merging vintage with modern, through blending inherited items with modern pieces, you can create a unique interior that appears to have evolved over time and evokes a sense of nostalgia.

The key to marrying 'old' with 'new' successfully is finding a perfect balance, so a room is elegant, rather than just seeming to be cluttered with a random selection of junk. By following our guide below you can successfully execute this interior design concept for yourself.

While the most common approach to interior design in the past has been purely visual, research has uncovered that sensory design can be more effective in evoking feelings of calm and relaxation in an environment. When referring to sensory design this encompasses all of the fives senses including sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. 

The sensory design approach has already been embraced in high-end spas and resorts and is also becoming popular in airports, retail stores and hospitals. If you're interested in incorporating the five senses approach to interior design here are some techniques you can implement: