October 2009
What’s Hot And What’s Not In The World Of Interior Design 2009
October 26, 2009 by helen.green · Leave a Comment
Interior design trends are as fast moving as fashion trends. One day the must have design is the ideal and perfect choice and yet before the paint has had time to dry that particular style is no longer in-trend! So when do people stand in relation to opting for a design style which will remain [...]
Interior Design Colour Trends For Autumn And Winter
October 23, 2009 by helen.green · Leave a Comment
This years not so hot summer has already seen parts of the country deluged with water, combine this with the quintessential English steadfastness which sees summer slip into autumn in a matter of weeks to be inspired as to the colour schemes which are dominating the market this autumn and winter in the world of [...]
Choose Colours For Your Home Which Give You The Feel Good Factor!
October 22, 2009 by helen.green · Leave a Comment
The colours you chose for your interior design scheme is considered to be triggered by emotions which give either positive or negative feelings. As such the colours you choose has more do with emotional responses than you may imagine. The relationship between colour and emotion is a subconscious one, which for the most part we [...]
Innovative Interior Design Tips To Help You Stay Warm This Winter
October 22, 2009 by helen.green · Leave a Comment
With an autumnal nip in the air it’s time to start closing your curtains early and snuggle down indoors for relaxing nights in front of the telly! Creating a warm and cosy ambience in your home as never been more necessary as people are turning down their central heating a couple of degrees in an [...]
Can We Fix It? – Yes We Can!
October 21, 2009 by helen.green · Leave a Comment
Decorating children’s bedrooms can be fun but it can also be exasperating! Finding a design which will last more than a few months before they change their minds and move onto another super hero or TV favourite can be tricky, as well as expensive. As such you should opt for children’s themes which are affordable [...]
Stripes, Spots, Sunflowers or Stars – How to Decorate Your Room Using Pattern
October 21, 2009 by katie.barrett · Leave a Comment
From a beautiful forest to a bustling supermarket pattern is everywhere we look. Whether it is the soft veins along a long leaf or the checkerboard of vinyl tiles the forms, lines and variation in colour of a pattern are often what gives an object or area interest, texture and its identity. When it comes [...]
Make the Most of Your Conservatory All Year Round
October 20, 2009 by katie.barrett · Leave a Comment
Conservatories and sun rooms are a fantastic add on to any home offering extra space, a unique and relaxing location and increased value to your home. Their location on the periphery of your garden and surrounded by so much light makes them ideal places for sitting relaxing or entertaining friends and family. Because of their [...]
Indoor Water Features – Bringing a New Energy and Interest in to the Home
October 19, 2009 by katie.barrett · Leave a Comment
From silk bedding to incense to mood lighting to wind chimes we all have elements of our home which are designed to create a level of sumptuousness, sensuousness and atmosphere. Whether it is a relaxing bamboo wind chime bouncing in your back garden or by your front door or the soft glow of chunky church [...]
Make the Best Use of Lighting in Your Home
October 18, 2009 by katie.barrett · Leave a Comment
Often ignored or unconsidered lighting has a huge effect on the appearance, atmosphere and look of a room. The distribution, intensity and style of lighting can make a room feel bright and spacious or cosy and romantic. Consequently it is advised that when designing a room or changing a furniture layout you consider the supply [...]
How to Find Your Design Style
October 17, 2009 by katie.barrett · Leave a Comment
Even the most relaxed and uninterested home owners have a design style. From the way we organise (or don’t) our bookshelves to what we put on our mantle piece all illustrates and portrays your personality, taste and style. Some of us prefer an eclectic, random home and others prefer a more refined and ordered look. [...]
