Fabrics are the soul of any room and are a crucial component in the character of your space. From your window dressings to the fabrics you choose to upholster your sofa, your soft furnishings will add a subtle dimension to your design scheme.

In this chapter we talk you through choosing the right fabrics for your soft furnishings, and how you can balance colour, pattern and texture to add character to your space and create the perfect look.

New Development Finish Selections A group of first time property developers enlisted Rochele Decorating's “New Build/Reno” service to assist them in selections for the interior and exterior of this multi residential building. The clients had architectural drawings for the building but were stuck in making decisions and coming to a consensus regarding exterior colours (including paint, roof and powder coat surfaces) and all the interior surfaces including flooring, cabinetry, paint colours, window dressings, bathroom and kitchen finishes.

your soft furnishings are any fabrics that are used in your design scheme and may include TABLE LINENS, RUGS, WINDOW DRESSINGS, TOWELS.The fabrics you choose for your home can convey a lot about your style; textured fabrics tend to feel contemporary and relaxed, while sleek, smooth fabrics are elegant and refined. The same way cool linen makes us think of summer, soft, cosy flannel reminds us of wintery nights curled up by the fire.

Consider how you can use fabric and texture to set the tone of your room and create the look you want.

Sunshine Coast Apartment The client had engaged an architect for the redesign of the layout and a cabinet maker for the configuration of the cabinets. She project managed her own trades.

Our studio was engaged from the conceptual phase to specify: – finishes for the cabinets, – finishes for all bench tops, – window dressings and floors, – source all lighting selections (hard wired and free standing), – furniture (interior and exterior), – artwork and accessory selections for the 3 bedrooms, living, dining and foyer areas