Q: What would you call the biggest style statement in interiors for 2014?A: Industrial chic is by far and away the biggest look of 2014. It’s a fantastic look as it’s such an interesting mix of eclectic mismatched items. The older, the more rusty, the better. I’m a big fan of it and my own house has looked like this for quite a while, exposed floor boards and brick walls are my new obsession. Q: Does this mean the vintage vibe we’ve witnessed over the last few years is waning?A: No way, it’s just getting bigger and bigger, there is a newfound love for old, worn and vintage inspired looks. Old really is the new new. I think it has taken an even more rusty dusty appearance though with industrial chic really rearing its head this year, less soft, feminine, chic and more punchy New York loft. Q: What trend are we going to see more and more throughout the year?A: Metal has made a big comeback, in furniture and accessories, in wall hangings — anything from Coca Cola to gasoline images are huge, metal is at its best with rusted edges and multi-coloured finishes.

Q: What is emerging as the must-have shade this season?A: The absolute must-have colour, and my own personal favourite, is yellow! Whether it is canary or English mustard, it’s just fabulous! It’s a very bright colour so use it wisely, our bestselling retro telephones are available in English mustard, that one item is enough to give your room a lift and I promise you it will be the biggest talking piece of the house! Q: For those who are slightly afraid of colour how dowe incorporate these bright shades into our home?A: Don’t be afraid of colour, it’s fabulous, I have been adding the colour yellow/lemon to our stores all this week and everyone agrees it just puts such a smile on your face. If nervous, add elements in flowers, cushions or as suggested our retro telephone, but mostly in small inexpensive items you can change around easily, I’m not recommending a yellow sofa! Try our new Yankee Sicilian lemon candles, they smell amazing and add a fabulous pop of colour to your room!

Q: Are we seeing any alternative pattern to rival our love affair with florals in 2014?A: I suppose we have Cath Kidston to thank for the new floral obsession. It’s a look that is not going away, mixed with polka dots, birdcages, butterflies and any feminine vintage accessories. Stripes are always high fashion as they are elegant and timeless, but they are seeing a big resurgence this season. JIGSAW have launcheda stunning silver grey stripe with wooden button mix, and for The Linen Room (textile) range I have chosen a super fresh, crisp blue and white nautical stripe, they are both stunning simple and classic. The chevron pattern is also huge this season, I have to say I love it; I have it in store in grey and white bed linen. Q: Who are the top designers in your range at the moment?A: Orla Kiely is just huge right now, she has a natural affinity with a lot of Irish women. Her soft autumnal shades and quirky patterns are a must-have in mugs, stationary and now wallpapers, she is most definitely the designer of the moment.

I have just brought in some of her papers, I personally love her mustard stem (the plain pattern) but her original design, the multi-colour stem is just always the bestseller.blue chair bay rum cake Q: Finally with summer fast approaching what advice have you to make the most of outdoor space?vitra office chair 3d modelA: Balconies need foliage for softness, too much concrete or wood can look cold. saarinen womb chair saleI suggest lots of plants, real or fake if you’re not green-fingered, there are lots of great artificial plants on the market, we have some really cute topiary ball plants from €14.00. ladder back chairs amish

Add Orla Kiely retro plant pots for great pops of colour, add hanging love hearts, quirky signs, even hang mirrors, but my favourite item in store right now is our hanging ‘light bulb’ tea light holder, hang them anywhere and everywhere, they are perfect for parties, tied in groups along your washing line or in the trees, it’s the best €5.00 you could spend this yearwedding chair covers oxfordshire In Short: The lead interior designer at Harvey Norman, Rachel McCann opens up about Key Interior Trends and her advice on styling your homecheap hydraulic barber chairNew season collections have officially landed at Harvey Norman, so we’ve gone ahead, had a snoop, and selected the pieces you’ll want to gussy up your home with this spring/summer. For us, it’s a no-brainer; the collections here are trend-led, the quality is great and, above all else, GAFFers, these pieces are all affordable and inexpensive.

We are all about refreshing and rejuvenating your pad without breaking the bank. So, you can be sure that everything we’ve selected in this list is something that’ll add value to your living space AND pack a punch visually. Here are GAFF’s 21 must-have home accessories from Harvey Norman’s SS17 Collection. Oh, and if you’re looking for styling inspiration, check out their new catalog in store or here for ideas, tips and the trends dissected by yours truly. Pendant lights are top of our wishlist this year, and we love this French Touch trend take on the industrial design. These are so pretty, €60. Raw Beauty is one of the biggest trends this year, and it’s all about natural colours and materials. These giant lampshades are a simple way to incorporate the trend into your kitchen or bedroom, €100.We couldn’t take our hands of Murmur’s throws, linens and pillow cases. Influenced by Scandi and Japanese design, these beauties are made from all natural materials, decorated with geometric patterns and prints.

In terms of pricing, you’re looking at €20 – €130 for both Broad Stripe & Mosaic linen. Cushions start from €48. These are simply so, so cool. If you’ve got a long window frame or space in your bathroom, these are the ticket. Small, €15, large €20, and top of our must-buy-ASAP list. Sometimes all it takes is a new chopping board or these patterned tins to breathe fresh life into your kitchen. Marble and wood board,€25, pack of three tins, €10. Gold Standard is another massive trend this spring/summer, from small nods to the trend – gold-trimmed candle holders (€10) picture frames (€5) – to bigger, bolder pieces like this giant bowl (€65). We’re total suckers for an inspo quote … Don’t be intimidated by replacing your rug. There’s a balance between spending a fortune and getting quality on a budget. We give Harvey Norman’s rug selection two thumbs up – you can go colourful, muted, patterned or plain, and spend a little or a lot.

Check out their freshest threads, from €150 upwards. We Instgrammed this little gadget last week. Ever wondered why your basil plant is so sad? Herbs need to be watered from the bottom up, but if the idea of a grim, saucer filled with water on your windowsill fills you with dread, this is for you. This pot keeps herbs hydrated, so there’s really no excuse for not growing your own, €25. These caught our eye for all of the right reasons. These weighty ceramic jugs from €15 and are textured, hold flowers beautifully, or just sit pretty in your kitchen. Plus, check out those trays, from €12, – very Moroccan chic. Still on a health kick? We spotted this Kilner jar for your salad, it even has a separate twisty cap for dressing, €10. This tableware jumped out at us. The ‘Beth’ dinnerware range, in teal, starts from just €8. We may have to buy more chairs to facilitate all of our throws at this stage, but we love the idea of changing these up every season for a little sofa refresh.

The technicolor rainbow one at the far right is our personal fave … Need we remind you how much we adore candles? These are super handy for throwing a few night lights into. You’re looking at a glass tea light holder, €5, Indigo blue glass candle holders from €12, and their Voyage Sapphire glass candle, €30. This cushion nods to two major trends this season – Gold Standard (as mentioned, above) and Natural Attraction (think greenery, plants, tropical patterns and prints and wildlife). This is a quirkier piece that’ll pack an instant punch, €40. Speaking of natural home accessories, these cacti caught our eye. If you like your home to be a little more playful, you need one of these. This could be an especially cool piece for a kids’ room, small, €85, large. These are so simple, super lightweight and for 20 quid? Where would you be going. We’ll have one of each, please, ‎€20 each. We had to make a little video to showcase just how soft this pillow is.