Invidia is the use of black, dark hues and metallic colours such as bronze, silver and gold to create this glamorous, elegant and bold interior. Colours that are dark and soulless are brought to life with flashes of intense colour, like the metallic's mentioned, or yellows and reds (although natural metal colours look best)

Do some research into the '80s yuppie flats and try and avoid making the same mistake they made. This is not a tatty interior, quality finishing like leather and real woods like oak and mahogany are key details and Invidia is all about the details.

The key to successfully pulling off invidia is the accessories and the details. Lighting (switches and all) can be finished in gold or aluminum (brushed looks amazing next to black) as can candlesticks and picture frames. With mirror and picture frames, big period frames look amazingly over the top but suit the feel of the space.

Consider a focal point modern chandelier for the ultimate in modern glamour. For artwork, look to inject some intense colours with large retro canvas prints. Also consider large mirrors opposite sources of natural light to open the room up even more.

For this interior to work best, avoid small rooms in modern houses. Victorian houses with original fireplaces and moldings are perfect to creating the right mood with invidia. Warehouse and loft conversions are also perfect as long as they have traditional windows, doors and fixings.

We have a brand new exclusive range of art on canvas to compliment the Invidia range. It features retro, vintage wallpaper sections, modern gold and black abstracts, white floral macro photos, Gold Paisley Batiks, Manhattan skylines,Buddha gold statues & Black Japanese Abstract prints, all available as canvas prints. Check the Invidia range. and get inspired for 2008!