Australian designer Greg Natale creates classic interiors that are sleek, decadent and indulgent to the senses — and now we can all take a leaf out of his book. His latest work, The Tailored Interior, showcases some of his interiors and offers an overview of his design philosophy and approach.

Look to sunny days ahead and reinvigorate your entryway with cheery colors and vibrant designs. Below are some bright ideas for giving your entryway a new attitude.

Mix safari style (think hide rugs, Campaign furniture, and African mud-cloth pillows) with glam metallic accents, abstract art, and modern animal prints for a fresh take on the life exotic.

High-shine metallic accents. Large-scale artwork. Sheepskin pillows. The pieces in this room have a major glam factor on their own, but take a chance and place a few of them together for a chic, adventurous and totally fresh look.

As a designer who typically charges an hourly rate for design services, I tell my clients to do their homework before meeting with me. I give them a checklist of what they should consider before I arrive, asking them to think about what they want, what they need and what they can afford. If they think about these things before they meet with me, it saves us time — and saves them money.