Watch these 4 TV dramas for home décor inspiration

The team at McDonald Jones have a love and a keen eye for a beautiful interior design, whether we come across an idea in the stunning home magazines we read, friends and family’s abodes we visit, while we are on holiday, while we are exploring our own town…and everywhere in between.

There’s decoration inspiration all around you when it comes to your new home, you just need to know where to look for it…and one great place we’ve found is spotting design ideas on your favourite nightly television dramas.

After lunchtimes spent sharing insights on last night’s episodes with fellow colleagues, we’ve compiled a list of the TOP 4 TV dramas you should watch for inspiration on your new home. We’re not talking The Block and Grand Designs here, we’ve discovered a few sneaky sources of inspiration.

Now when the wife or hubbie asks why you’re watching Real Housewives of Beverley Hills, you can simply explain it’s for research purposes…

NUMBER ONE – Revenge

If you adore the classic and timeless look of the Hamptons, with its elegant coastal charm, then you will love the sets featured on Revenge. Think stunning open plan living, bold and striking colour palettes with a sandy cream base, natural and beautiful wooden furnishings, striking staircases and elegant, comfortable corners throughout the home…oh, and did we forget to mention plenty of nooks and crannies for spying.

NUMBER TWO – Real Housewives

While their lives might sometimes seem in shambles, the interior design featured in these ladies homes certainly isn’t. Style, sophistication, oversized white sofas, beautifully contrasting colour palettes, candles and plenty of eccentric statement pieces – the housewives know how to live grande in their stunning manors.

NUMBER THREE – Downton Abbey

Edwardian inspired décor is at the heart of the English television sensation, Downtown Abbey. While you may not have a castle like the characters do in the series, there are a few key takeaways from this popular show. Draw interest in your home through the inclusion of statement art pieces, fringed lampshades, chandeliers, gothic inspired wall coverings and bold contrasting colours.

NUMBER FOUR – Mad Men

Inspired by the 60’s, the lush and extravagant sets featured in the phenomenon which is Mad Men are definitely something to aspire to. Retro and vintage tinged design has led this spectacular set to be an award-winner. Create this look with plenty of texture, wood and handsome, retro furnishings.

Imagine how you could apply your favourite style to these display homes