The custom-made cushions were one simple way to achieve this look. The majority were made in taffeta and the rest feature brocades and striped velvets.
Contrasting textures were used throughout the house to create further visual interest. For example, in the dining room, raw linen, loose chair covers are contrasted with shimmering silk curtains.
In the formal living area, accents such as the leather tray from France and the painted fire screen from Spain increase the number of textures. The end result is a smart but eclectic look.
The fabrics in this area are also a mixture of styles. Soft, shiny taffeta and more textured examples like chenille create subtle contrasts.
The contrasts are repeated in the informal living room pictured on the previous page. Early 1930s brocade prints sit beside busy paisley fabrics, and cinnamon-coloured grasswallpaper complements the leather-covered chairs. The cushions on the bay window are made from interlaced velvet ribbon, and they contrast with the stark white woodwork.
The furniture in the bedroom, particularly the French sofa, led Vernezy to take an opulent, French direction with the soft furnishings. Warm-toned tapestries, richly coloured velvet cushions and a faux fur throw create a romantic, timeless look.