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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Eleanor Richardson

How much vintage is too much? Designers reveal how to master the perfect balance of old and new – for a truly timeless look

Living room decorated in neutral colours, large fireplace, beige linen sofa, armchairs, coffee table with foliage vase and large french doors.

As a lover of everything old, one of my non-negotiables when it comes to designing my home is adding at least one piece of vintage decor to every room. But, as someone who can never say no to an antique, it's not always easy to determine how much is too much.

You can't beat the character that comes with decorating with vintage. Hence why I often go overboard when adding preloved treasures to my scheme. I'm not usually one to follow rules when it comes to interior design, but as someone who desperately wants to create a transitional interior, I asked interior designers what the ultimate vintage ratio is and how to balance the old and new accordingly.

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