Autumnal Scheme: Copper and Teal

I find it hard to believe that it's actually officially autumn here in Brisbane as there's certainly no sign of the hot humid days letting up just yet. Being from the UK I do miss a good seasonal transition. I love how the light changes, how the air smells that little bit different and how you can somehow feel things changing with all your senses. I definitely can't complain about the sunshine here but I like the idea of creating a look at home that is inspired by autumnal colours, even if the weather is still in summer-mode. I found the photo  above from Pannaphotos' Flickr stream via Pinterest and I absolutely love how the wet pavement appears a deep teal colour with gorgeous coppery reflective contrasts. It's a palette that isn't as obviously autumnal as the more mossy greens and burnt oranges of falling leaves, and that is exactly why I like it. Here's my translation of the photo in the form of some lovely, lovely homewares...time to daydream!

01. Copenhagen 3 Seat Sofa in Lido Teal - Freedom, $1,499 | 02. Metallic/Linen Cushion Cover in Copper - H&M Australia, $14.95 | 03. Shadow Pendant in Copper Colour - Freedom, $129 | 04. Copper Dot Painted Canvas Bucket - Lumiere Art & Co, $69.95 | 05. Scamp Large Table - Bludot, $399.20 (Limited Price) | 06. Flower Turquoise Wall Tiles - Bonnie and Neal, $25 each | 07. Greek Key Cerulean Throw - Adorn Homewares, $160 | 08.  Indian Bowl Copper Polished - Wheel and Barrow, $19.95

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Dreaming of Summer - Balcony Brights

[Images sourced from Google Images and Pinterest]

We've been given a teaser of summer lately here in Brisbane with a string of 25 degree highs in the middle of Winter, but every year since I've lived in this city and at the same time each August, the winds suddenly pick up and I am left wishing those balmy days would return. Like clockwork, today the winds arrived like a swift slap to the face! This left me thinking about how I'd like my balcony to look when it's finally warm enough to spend some time out there, hopefully relaxing with a cool drink and some good company. When the heat returns, I'll be ready! Our balcony is covered above and on each side so it doesn't get a great deal of light. To compensate for this and to lift the mood of the space, I'm going to use bold, summery brights in cushions and accessories and use neutral furniture to ground the colours and create a lounge-like space that's laid back but fun. Here are some items I think will pull it together... hope you like!

| 01. Resort Black Stripe Cushion - Fab Outdoor Fabrics | 02. Macaw and Nova Flamingo Fabrics - Fab Outdoor Fabrics | 03. Flamingo Statue - Freedom | 04.  Orange Pillow Cover by East and Nest via Etsy | 05. Replica Acapulco Lounge Chair in White - Matt Blatt | 06. Rainbow Tealight Holder in Apple - Freedom | 07. Brisa Tealight Holder in Orange - Freedom| 08. Garpen Sofa Combination in Black - Ikea | 09. Kimberly Orange Outdoor Rug - Fab Habitat | 10. CBD Coffee Table in White - Freedom | 11. Henry Throw in Pink -  Freedom |

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