1 Quality appearance
You will need to add texture to your space if you’re opting for white and grey tones. These vases — Rati, Adra and Arlise — from Crate & Barrel offer just the right amount of character, without being over-the-top.
• Vases, from Dh62 (for a small Arlise vase), Crate & Barrel, Mall of the Emirates and Mirdif City Centre, Dubai
2 Facial recognition
The notion that you have to be completely serious when decorating is, in our humble opinion, wrong. This Cheeky container from Atmosphere Furnishings is practical, fun and a great place to store everything from spare change to odds and ends .
• Cheeky container, Dh750, Atmosphere Furnishings, Al Wasl Road, Dubai
3 Domino effect
In an age of digital everything, it’s comforting to know that traditional games still exist. Though fun to play, particularly after a dinner party, games also make great decorative features, as proved by this fully functional dominoes set from Blanc D’Ivoire Dubai.
• Dominoes set, Dh422, Blanc D'Ivoire Dubai, Al Wasl Road, Dubai
4 Fanciful friendship
Though you might be tempted to stick to muted tones when decorating your bookshelf, we suggest otherwise. Instead, introduce bright pieces, such as these Besties figurines from Formworks Art Gallery, to add a playful pop of colour.
• Besties figurines, Dh180 (for a pair), Formworks Art Gallery, Jumeirah 1, Dubai
5 Scented drive
If you’re decorating a set of covered shelves, diffusers are a safer alternative to candles. Consider this Maserati fragrance from Dr Vranjes, featuring an aromatic mix of citrus, geranium and lavender, stored in a bold, Maserati blue bottle.
• Diffuser, Dh650 (for a 500ml bottle), Bloomingdale's Home, Dubai Mall
