b'simple, natural elements give lasting good looks Resene colour expert Carolyn Atkinson suggests this alternative scheme:The room has good light, good spatial aspect and simplicity with ideal inside-outside living. The new look gives the room year-round appeal with natural elements and neutral colours. The strongly patterned and colourful curtains frame the view outside and sit well against Resene Evolution which is dense, warm and atmospheric. Resene Quarter Pearl Lusta trims and ceiling echo the background colour of the curtain fabric, and lifts and brightens the room. The light shade with its voluptuous curves is an eye-catching focal point. A large multi-coloured rug defines the table area and adds warmth and comfort underfoot. It carries colour down to the floor area to soften the dark timber floor.The dining room chairs are a design classic in recycled plastic and are in a flexible neutral charcoal to coordinate with anything. They can also be used on the deck during parties or barbecues so are multi purpose and eco friendly. The table is the existing one.For help with your colour queries, ask a Resene colour expert atwww.resene.com/colourexpertReseneShirazSea Flower light shade in white Joug Design info@joug.co.nz 04 977 8533 Drapes in Kaka Beak fabric by Ingrid Anderson Bolt of Cloth www.boltofcloth.com Resene Quarter Kina snackPearl Lustabowl, Kete, Pepa gourdResene Sebedeeinfo@acquisitions.co.nz 09 818 1020 from Studio CeramicsResene www.studioceramics.co.nzEvolution03 477 0623 illustration Resene Malcolm White Half LinenEmeco Navy 111 chairsThonet New Zealandwww.thonet.co.nz04 801 9122Swing Stripes rugSignature Rugswww.signaturerugs.co.nz09 572 003025'