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Lorna Lukhele’s Heart Desires

Top Billing presenter, Lorna Lukhele loves all things elegant when it comes to home décor. Copy her home style with these items.

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Chandeliers

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I love chandeliers; I have them in most of the rooms in the house. They add a certain glamour and sparkle that I adore. They’re often used in bigger houses, but I had them fitted in my humble home anyway.

Mirrors

Mirrors

I had just redone my bedroom, which was the perfect opportunity to add more mirrors. I love their elegance; they’re also quite the tricksters as they make any space look bigger. I play with all shapes and sizes from vintage to modern.

kitchenware

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I love entertaining, so my kitchenware has to look its best. Everything from appliances to crockery must look pretty.

Candles

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Candles are must-have centrepieces for when I host dinners. They add warmth and comfort to the table and also complement the chandeliers.

Scatter cushions

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Scatter cushions can transform a house in an instant; they add character and are easy to replace when trends change. I like mine in different textures: shiny, fluffy or velvety.

Photo frames

Photo-frames

Photos of friends and family are plastered all over the house. I have loads of vintage and glossy photo frames that beautify the walls and make my house a welcoming home.

Rugs

Rugs

Rugs also add a comfortable feel to the house. A rug on a carpet adds texture and a different energy to your space.

Ornaments

Ornaments

The trick with ornaments is not to appear as a hoarder, but rather scatter them around the house to add a personal touch.

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