Decorating trend: Havana Modern
A study area fit for Hemingway, that really cuts the mustard.
Colourful tiles and floral fabrics speak of long summer days with a dash of Cuban heat.
A patchwork of abstract patterns add zeal to the moody blues.
Wallpaper goes retro alongside a Sixties-inspired credenza clad in two-tone brass.
Blending bohemian style with folksy plates creates a laid-back kitchen to hang out in.
The pineapple print grows up when paired with midnight blue.
The curved headboard of this sculptural bed creates a cocooning hideaway.
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An abstract mural and dusky velvet combine for a decadent place to soak away the day.
Photography / James Merrell
Styling / Marianne Cotterill
Jacky Parker is a freelance lifestyle journalist and writer, producing a wide range of features for magazines and digital platforms. She has written for Livingetc and its sister titles, Homes & Gardens and Country Homes & Interiors for more than 15 years, both as a freelance contributor and as Acting Digital Editor and Acting Style Content Editor, regularly reporting on the latest interiors, gardens and wellness inspiration, speaking to experts in their respective fields, and discovering the best tips.
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