b'the perfect space for the metro manJanet Weir of Beautiful Rooms suggests this alternative scheme:Achieving the wow factor in the rather stark architecture of the retro period can be a daunting task to most homeowners. That problem has been overcome in this scheme by choosing well-designed products with good colour that have simple, stylish linesbut with a cheeky twist. The chairs are purposely mismatched and together with the bowler hat lights and quirky Chess table, the room has the feel of a sophisticated gentlemans retreat. The deep bruised colour of Resene Mobster, sits alongside soft neutral colours like Resene Thorndon Cream and Resene Alabaster. Accents of translucent amber tones and gold add touches of luxury and glamour to this internationally inspired room. phone0274 892 688 emailjanet.weir@xtra.co.nzResene MobsterReseneClockwork OrangeMarcel Stone Stoolby Kartell in AmberBackhousewww.backhousenz.com 04 499 8847 or09 309 0500Monster dining chair ReseneAlabasterECC Lighting + Furniturewww.ecc.co.nz 04 473 3456All Saints Mirrorby Ludovica +Innermost Jeeves Roberto Palomba+ Wooster pendant lightsBackhouseECC Lighting + Furniture www.backhousenz.com illustrationwww.ecc.co.nzResene04 499 8847 orMalcolm White04 473 3456 Diesel 09 309 0500Monster dining chairECC Lighting + Furniturewww.ecc.co.nz 04 473 3456Resene Weathered Grey29'