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French Chateau

Capture the romance of the French Chateau style for a classic look that symbolises pure opulence and simple elegance with the versatility of seasonal accessorising. The neutral tones of whites, creams and beiges alongside natural timbers and suggestions of signature blue can be achieved for any home, lifestyle and budget. Bring a touch of the country air to your rooms with fresh flowers and classic indoor plants and be whisked away to the hills of France, amour…

  • Master Suite Master Suite
  • Ensuite Ensuite
  • Living Living
  • Entry Entry
  • Kitchen Kitchen

Main Wall Colour

DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

Sheers On Bronze Rods

Allow the natural light to filter through by choosing white sheer curtains.

Feature Chair & Dressing Table

Ensure you keep your French Chateau style going with additional furniture pieces in the master suite, like this chair and dressing table.

Carpet

Victoria Carpets Tanzania 17 1401 Sol

Linen Layering Cushions

Layering with cushions and throw rugs add a sense of luxury and opulence to this French Chateau styled master suite.

Artwork

Opt for decorative sculptural artworks to add interest and sophistication to this style.

Bedside Table & Bed Head

French inspired bedside tables and headboard are a great decorative feature enhancing this French Chateau inspired interior. The buttoning on the headboard adds that extra sophistication.

Beside Lamps

Add Oversized French inspired lamp bases with a simple linen shade to create this look.

Master Suite

  • Main Wall Colour

    DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

    Main Wall Colour

  • Sheers On Bronze Rods

    Allow the natural light to filter through by choosing white sheer curtains.

    Sheers On Bronze Rods

  • Feature Chair & Dressing Table

    Ensure you keep your French Chateau style going with additional furniture pieces in the master suite, like this chair and dressing table.

    Feature Chair & Dressing Table

  • Carpet

    Victoria Carpets Tanzania 17 1401 Sol

    Carpet

  • Linen Layering Cushions

    Layering with cushions and throw rugs add a sense of luxury and opulence to this French Chateau styled master suite.

    Linen Layering Cushions

  • Artwork

    Opt for decorative sculptural artworks to add interest and sophistication to this style.

    Artwork

  • Bedside Table & Bed Head

    French inspired bedside tables and headboard are a great decorative feature enhancing this French Chateau inspired interior. The buttoning on the headboard adds that extra sophistication.

    Bedside Table & Bed Head

  • Beside Lamps

    Add Oversized French inspired lamp bases with a simple linen shade to create this look.

    Beside Lamps

Wall Tiles

Beaumont Tiles 19837 Plank Whitewood GL-Porc 150 x 600

Basins

Raymor Amethyst Square Inset 405x410 Basin

Wall Colour

DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

Vanity Benchtop

Laminex Chamois Natural Finish

Vanity Cupboards

Laminex Parchment Riven Finish

Handles

Hafele 109.86.003 Stainless Steel

Basin Tapware

Alder Alto Basin Mixer

Floor Tiles

Beaumont Tiles 615004 Borgogna Bianco GL-Porc Rect 297 x 597

Shower Screen

Euro shower screen with Polished Silver Frame

Venetian Blinds

In bathrooms consider white painted timber venetians or plantation shutters to create privacy in line with the fresh look of this French Chateau style.

Ensuite

  • Wall Tiles

    Beaumont Tiles 19837 Plank Whitewood GL-Porc 150 x 600

    Wall Tiles

  • Basins

    Raymor Amethyst Square Inset 405x410 Basin

    Basins

  • Wall Colour

    DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

    Wall Colour

  • Vanity Benchtop

    Laminex Chamois Natural Finish

    Vanity Benchtop

  • Vanity Cupboards

    Laminex Parchment Riven Finish

    Vanity Cupboards

  • Handles

    Hafele 109.86.003 Stainless Steel

    Handles

  • Basin Tapware

    Alder Alto Basin Mixer

    Basin Tapware

  • Floor Tiles

    Beaumont Tiles 615004 Borgogna Bianco GL-Porc Rect 297 x 597

    Floor Tiles

  • Shower Screen

    Euro shower screen with Polished Silver Frame

    Shower Screen

  • Venetian Blinds

    In bathrooms consider white painted timber venetians or plantation shutters to create privacy in line with the fresh look of this French Chateau style.

    Venetian Blinds

Pelmets

For a simple look, match pelmet and sofa fabrics.

Pendant Lights

Decorative frosted glass pendant lighting adds character and charm.

Flowers

A simple vase with freshly cut flowers will soften any room.

Sofa

Introduce sofas with piping detail and box pleated valance for an opulent and sophisticated look.

Cushions

For a touch of luxury, go for feather filled cushions in neutral tones and add soft pale blues to create this French Chateau look. Drape knitted throw rugs for a relaxed feel.

Side Table

A mix of natural and white painted timber is perfect for the French Chateau look.

Floorboards

Design Oak Hazelnut floorboards add warmth and texture to this predominantly white style.

Main Wall Colour

DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

Living

  • Pelmets

    For a simple look, match pelmet and sofa fabrics.

    Pelmets

  • Pendant Lights

    Decorative frosted glass pendant lighting adds character and charm.

    Pendant Lights

  • Flowers

    A simple vase with freshly cut flowers will soften any room.

    Flowers

  • Sofa

    Introduce sofas with piping detail and box pleated valance for an opulent and sophisticated look.

    Sofa

  • Cushions

    For a touch of luxury, go for feather filled cushions in neutral tones and add soft pale blues to create this French Chateau look. Drape knitted throw rugs for a relaxed feel.

    Cushions

  • Side Table

    A mix of natural and white painted timber is perfect for the French Chateau look.

    Side Table

  • Floorboards

    Design Oak Hazelnut floorboards add warmth and texture to this predominantly white style.

    Floorboards

  • Main Wall Colour

    DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

    Main Wall Colour

Wallpaper

Keeping it neutral but adding texture is the key in this style. Baresque Natural Wall Coverings NO-DJ1003

Wall Lights

Decorative frosted glass wall lights with a touch of brushed chrome add character and charm.

Artwork

Artwork is ultimately where you can create and showcase your desired style in your home. French Maps adorn the entry walls truly embodying the French Chateau style and creating an interesting focal point in the entry.

Indoor Plants

Introduce classic indoor plants.

Occasional Furniture

A classic French inspired ottoman is a great alternative to a sideboard in this style. Somewhere to place your bag and coat when you get home, or somewhere to sit whilst waiting for the rest of the family on your way out.

Floorboards

Design Oak Hazelnut floorboards add warmth and texture to this predominantly white style.

Mirrors

Decorative arched mirrors are a perfect choice for this style.

Entry

  • Wallpaper

    Keeping it neutral but adding texture is the key in this style. Baresque Natural Wall Coverings NO-DJ1003

    Wallpaper

  • Wall Lights

    Decorative frosted glass wall lights with a touch of brushed chrome add character and charm.

    Wall Lights

  • Artwork

    Artwork is ultimately where you can create and showcase your desired style in your home. French Maps adorn the entry walls truly embodying the French Chateau style and creating an interesting focal point in the entry.

    Artwork

  • Indoor Plants

    Introduce classic indoor plants.

    Indoor Plants

  • Occasional Furniture

    A classic French inspired ottoman is a great alternative to a sideboard in this style. Somewhere to place your bag and coat when you get home, or somewhere to sit whilst waiting for the rest of the family on your way out.

    Occasional Furniture

  • Floorboards

    Design Oak Hazelnut floorboards add warmth and texture to this predominantly white style.

    Floorboards

  • Mirrors

    Decorative arched mirrors are a perfect choice for this style.

    Mirrors

Artwork

Introduce your feature colour into your artwork by selecting colour in your matts rather than the artwork itself.

Open Shelving

Use these spaces to display decorative ornamental pieces that you’ve collected on your travels.

Pendant Light

The perfect ambiance can be created with feature pendants over the island bench. Decorative frosted glass pendant lighting adds character and charm.

Splashback

Dulux Haast Half NZ1H5

Tapware

Alder Rectangular Hob Mixer

Bench Top

Caesarstone Linen 2230

Floorboards

Design Oak Hazelnut

Dining Chairs

Add a touch of elegance with French inspired dining chairs, mixing timber and wicker with upholstered seats.

Flowers

A simple arrangement of freshly cut flowers are perfect for any dining table

Main Wall Colour

DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

Kitchen

  • Artwork

    Introduce your feature colour into your artwork by selecting colour in your matts rather than the artwork itself.

    Artwork

  • Open Shelving

    Use these spaces to display decorative ornamental pieces that you’ve collected on your travels.

    Open Shelving

  • Pendant Light

    The perfect ambiance can be created with feature pendants over the island bench. Decorative frosted glass pendant lighting adds character and charm.

    Pendant Light

  • Splashback

    Dulux Haast Half NZ1H5

    Splashback

  • Tapware

    Alder Rectangular Hob Mixer

    Tapware

  • Bench Top

    Caesarstone Linen 2230

    Bench Top

  • Floorboards

    Design Oak Hazelnut

    Floorboards

  • Dining Chairs

    Add a touch of elegance with French inspired dining chairs, mixing timber and wicker with upholstered seats.

    Dining Chairs

  • Flowers

    A simple arrangement of freshly cut flowers are perfect for any dining table

    Flowers

  • Main Wall Colour

    DULUX BEIGE ROYAL P15B1

    Main Wall Colour

Create the Look

01

Introduce French inspired furniture pieces in dining chairs, armchairs and bedheads

02

Layer your bedlinen and sofa’s with patterned and textured cushions and throws

03

Add decorative sculptural artwork for a point of difference

04

Compliment zones with fresh flowers and classic plants

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