Co- ordination is vital for this year’s trends. By carefully considering a good base of neutrals we can link rooms and areas together with colourful pattern. Stripes and mini prints will marry colour schemes together, fabrics, wall coverings and furnishings will not match exactly but have a key colour in common. We are all aware how colour can affect our moods and the psychology attached to certain colours. It is suggested that we always turn to purple hues in times of monetary uncertainty. If more colour and pattern are becoming used in the home it is hopefully an indication of a more optimistic mood to come but if a bit of pattern and colour can uplift the spirit of the nation, then let’s decorate!