b'alternative solutionsustainable stylesustainable style with a mid-century twistDesigner Samantha Rei of Sustainable Spaces suggests an alternative scheme:Ive created a cosy living area using colour to make the most of this small space. Ive used the warm neutral, Resene Swirl, two metres up the wall with the upper wall and ceiling in Resene Black White to heighten the ceiling and make it feel more spacious. Dark flooring in Resene Colorwood Pitch Black makes the room feel wider. Built-in shelving, painted in Resene Black White, Resene Swirl and Resene Cello, draws the eye up while acting as a wall divider from the hall and dining area. For longevity and to minimise future waste, Ive chosen classic mid-century furniture pieces that are built to last such as the Eames Lounge Chair and AS4 modular storage system on the right wall, perfect for apartment living.email samantha@sustainablespaces.co.nz web www.sustainablespaces.co.nzResene Coral TreeEames House BirdsMatissewww.matisse.co.nz09 302 2284Resene SwirlEames Lounge Chair Resene and Ottoman Cello Matissewww.matisse.co.nz09 302 2284Linen Cushion CoverCittbefore www.cittadesign.com Wall Sculpture09 630 6177 by Birgit MoffattAbove: This shelving has been transformed into a room divider using upcycledillustrationResenewww.birgitmoffatt.comtimber painted in Resene Swirl, Resene Cello and Resene Black White. ColourMalcolm White Triple Merino birgitmoffatt@gmail.commakes the small space feel larger and more inviting with Resene Swirl painted two metres up the wall and the ceiling and top half of the wall in Resene Black WhiteResene Colorwood heightening the room. Flooring in Resene Colorwood Pitch Black widens the space.Pitch BlackMid-century pieces including the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman and the Metropolitan Chair from Matisse as well as an AS4 modular storage system from Mr Bigglesworthy are investment pieces built to last. Sofa from Forma, coffee table and cushions from Citt, wall lights from Mr Ralph, second-hand planter painted in Resene Coral Tree, artwork on right wall from Nood, flatweave jute rug from Weave Home and mirrors from Slow Store.top tip Horizon Coffee TableResene Colorwood is a waterborne wood stain ideal for rejuvenating orCittchanging the colour of timber while showing the natural beauty of the woodwww.cittadesign.comResenegrain. Protect the finish on flooring with Resene Qristal ClearFloor waterborne09 630 6177Black White urethane to give a durable satin finish.60 61'