So Real Homes: using metallics in a living room

Sarah Parmenter sitting on sofa in her metallic living room

last updated 1 July 2020

Bringing character and style into a brand new space can be difficult, but is something many homeowners face when extending a house. Sarah Parmenter of @RelovedMCR has tackled this problem with great results when creating her family living room.

After the main living room was transformed in to a bedroom for her teenage son, she converted her garage to accommodate a new living room. By using a stunning metallic wallpaper as her starting point, she has crafted a unique, dramatic living room, that is as sumptuous as it is eyecatching.

Here, she takes Sian Astley on a short tour of the room, talking about her design choices and mixing industrial elements with decadence.

For more inspiring living room ideas, make sure you check out our gallery too.

See more of Sarah's home:

Check out her equally glamorous bedroom and walk-in wardrobe
See how she uses upcycled furniture to personal a space
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