From experimental paint trends like scallop borders and accent corners, to unlikely colour combinations, as recommended by indie paint brand Pickleson Paint, the world of interiors is being overtaken with colour right now.

And there’s a reason that these colourful, creative and joy-giving trends are reaching fever pitch – it’s all thanks to interiors infleuncers like Home With Sisi, who aren’t afraid to push the boundaries of design and show the rest of us how it’s done. 

So, meet the woman behind the account: Sisi Alfred, the 26-year-old freelance stylist and linguist who is proves that renting doesn’t have to mean white walls.

“As soon as I walked into my flat while doing a viewing with an estate agent, the first thing I thought was: ‘these walls are too white for my liking!’,” Sisi playfully recalls to Stylist.co.uk. 

“In fact, as soon as I registered my interest in the property I made it a priority to ask the landlord if I would be able to paint it up, otherwise I don’t think I could have moved in!”

She lives in Brighton, an area known for its beautiful Victorian building with ornate, creamy facades, which is exactly what Sisi has managed to bag for herself. 

“I live in a beautiful, newly-renovated mansion with modern touches. It was once a doctor’s surgery and has a spacious layout. I could see that there was plenty of potential in it from the beginning,” Sisi explains. 

While living here, Sisi has worked hard to inject her personality into the place and just a quick scroll through her Instagram shows that she’s done an incredible job.

What is your biggest source of decor inspiration?

“I am originally from Madagascar which is a tropical island so I would say my culture is my number one inspiration. 

“I use bright colours, bold patterns, lots of textiles and houseplants to bring a vibrant, eclectic, maximalist-cum-bohemian vibe. My style also reflects my personality and I use it as a way to express myself. The decor is like art in itself.”

Best DIY hack?

“My proudest DIY moment was creating my shelving unit. It was a piece of Ikea furniture that was originally black so I went ahead and painted it gold and added some white marble vinyl. 

“I then styled it with my most precious accessories. I think home accessories are such an easy way to add personality, especially if like me you live in a rental. Everyone can do it.”

Do you have a favourite room?

“My favourite room is definitely my living room. It is such a colourful and uplifting area. There is so much to look at and I love that everything you see has a meaning to me. It’s like a little Sisi nook!”

Sisi’s favourite interiors Instagram accounts to follow:

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Images: Home With Sisi