Traditional

Ruth Marshall believes fabulous soft furnishings and gorgeous muted tones are pivotal to the success of a traditional look. Creating traditional designs combines her love of colour and passion for fabrics, creating enduring looks with sumptuous textures and tones.

Time for traditional

Many traditional hotels are period properties with a wealth of original features. These features bring character and class to a building as they reveal the different eras of its history. With the traditional look, your guests will feel that they've stepped back into a more refined and elegant time.

Original features help create an eclectic mix of elements which are pleasing to the eye. Build on this by adding colour, lighting, fabrics and furnishings with an indulgent look and feel.

Spoil your guests

Guests love the style and comfort that comes with a traditional interior style. It's all about taking people away from the headaches and worries of modern times and inspiring them to feel like history's pampered elite. A place where luxury and theatre meet comfort and cosiness. Take inspiration from the Dulux Trade Heritage range to complement your period pieces.

* Picture supplied by And So To Bed

Top tips to make traditional work

  • Look for furniture and furnishings that reflect the age and style of the building.
  • Focus on luxurious detailing especially in the soft furnishings.
  • Choose formal furniture in classic designs. Look for beautiful fluted legs and brass castors.
  • Lighting is the perfect way to enhance mood. Use candelabras in dining rooms and table and standard lamps in lounge areas.
  • Mix real antiques with reproduction pieces.
  • Use pictures, collections or artefacts to hint at the building's heritage.

Traditional colour palette