b'top tipDont be afraid of using what appear to be similar colours in one space, like these two Resene blues.mid-century styleRestoring neglected mid-century furniture is a passion Debra has turned into a business. Her company, Chair Squad, upcycles chairs and sofas, with a focus on classic pieces from the 1950s to 1970s, many of which are showcased in her home. They include wing-back armchairs reupholstered in zebra print, an iconic coconut chair, and the simple forms and timeless appeal of wooden Scandinavian furniture.It takes a bit of research to find good pieces, and while there are still some bargains to behad, they are getting harder to find.Debra recommends choosing what you like, whether its a Formica table with hairpin chrome legs (one of her favourites), or a simple sofa finished in a bold fabric.I dont get hung up on it all having to match. I mix wooden legs with metal andeven different coloured woods. If you reallylove something, it works and it personalisesyour home.Debras favourite mid-century colours are red, blue, green and orange. ReseneSmitten22'