<i><p></p></i><p><i></i></p><p><b>Neutrals are always a safe bet for a timeless interior fit-out. But it&amp;’s best to employ specialist designers if you&amp;’re looking to achieve the latest in contemporary colours and finishes, reports Allison Heller</b><br><b>While traditional styles continue to be the stock in trade of house exteriors, the interiors market is constantly evolving and a dated look is a sure put-off for potential buyers. In this sector, keeping up with the latest trends is often best left to specialist designers.</b><br><b>Crest Nicholson recently employed the services of Dawn Kitchener, md of Connections in Design, to style the interior fit-out of its bachelor pad-style penthouse in the B Central development in Birmingham. The final result is a dramatic black and grey colour scheme softened with natural fabrics, designer lighting, and furniture and finishes sourced from around the world. </b><br><b>Kitchener says her approach is always development-specific. &amp;“Once we have the brief we interrogate it and search their audience, and this makes an enormous difference. We tailor bespoke designs to that property and developer and aim to enhance the architecture. Everything we put into a scheme is scaled in - we&amp;’re selling space at the end of the day.&amp;”</b><br><b><b>bespoke approach</b></b><br> Rowland Homes&amp;’ in-house interior designer Sara …