Decorating your new home - Seductive master bedroom

The key attributes to obtaining a suitably themed seductive and sumptuous bedroom in your new home are the use of soft lighting, rich colours and soft luxurious fabrics. The word seductive suggests, silks, satins and tassle trims, along with a colour palette of rich reds, moving down into purples and heathers accentuated with gold or silver accessories to add a rich, warm and luxurious feel to a haven of love and tranquility. By using the correct fabrics, trimmings and wallpaper/paints along with accessories, it is possible to create a masterpiece for your master bedroom that will not break the bank.

Much inspiration from the above description can be taken from the Rococo period. This late 18th-century style was used to design rooms as total works of art with elegant and ornate furniture, small sculptures and ornamental mirrors and tapestries. Accessory ideas for an authentic feel are elaborate tapestries as well as ornate silver, ceramics and porcelain. To add authenticity, find floral motifs, carved shell shapes and lots of gilt bronze to accessorise your Rococo look. The use of large mirrors with ornate frames is key. For Rococo style mirrors, visit Simply Mirrors (simply-mirrors.co.uk).

Examples of fabrics to use in keeping with this theme can be found at Fabrics & Papers (www.fabricsandpapers.com). This particular website offers some beautiful examples of period fabric, featuring large floral designs with woven fabric in reds, greens and golds (see photo).

However, if your budget does not allow for that, why not just take the ideas and shop around for some similar fabrics at John Lewis, or visit a fabric market? For example, Bermondsey market is open Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm. For great ideas and bargains on antiques, visit Camden Passage Market based on Islington High Street, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.

Lighting should be kept subtle, with use of free standing floor lamps with tassle trimmed shades to add ambience and character. If you would still prefer a ceiling pendant, why not be a little theatrical and purchase a chandelier. There are many styles available in various forms of glass and acrylic, dependant on your budget. BHS offer some stunning chandeliers which are currently half price and definitely worth considering, to add the final touch of elegance and character to your sumptuous bedroom.

Finish off the look with velvet cushions with tassle or glass beaded trim and if you are feeling creative, a padded velvet headboard will look fantastic at the end of your bed. If you like this idea but would prefer a professional

If you're considering buying a new-build home, now is a great time to make an appointment to visit a show home on a new property development. It's a great way to pick up the latest style trends and in the run up to Christmas, many housebuilders are offering special deals to move you in quickly. Among the great new homes schemes for sale at present with inspiring show homes are: