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scale piece to inject instant character into Finally, keep in mind that you can freshen
a space or create a gallery wall of smaller your look and enhance your space without
pieces hung together as a group. Use being a slave to the latest décor trends.
identical frames and hang them in a grid or Being trendy says ‘me too’, being stylish
create variety through a more haphazard says, ‘only me’.
arrangement. Mirrors make small areas
seem more spacious – try leaning a large,
full length mirror against a wall. Whether
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thirds the height of the base and double
its the width. Also consider replacing light
fittings and adding floor lamps.
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