January 2010
Do You Want To Reconnect With Traditions? – Part 2
January 31, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Relive the 1970’s with bright and vibrant interiors which reflect the passion and fun elements found within this era of interior design.
Bright colours are the key as interiors stepped out of the psychedelic 60’s with its flower power and abundance of swirls and patterns into fun and vibrant use of colour without patterns. Furniture such [...]
Do You Want To Reconnect With Traditions? -Part 1
January 30, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you want to reconnect with French traditions in interior design you will need to think along the lines of gilt panelling, soft pastels, stucco, garlands and pendants then you will relive old grandeur which has become a timeless classic across the world.
The revival of wallpapered rooms brings with a touch of old age refinement [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 7 – Integrating Outdoors Indoors
January 29, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you look at many of the interior design blogs or design magazine many show fabulous interiors which have huge walls of glass which simply slide open and step out onto verandas or outdoor rooms. Of course in the UK there are few such luxuries, the climate just isn’t conducive to having outdoor rooms and [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 6 – Detailing And Finishing Touches
January 28, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Bay windows are renowned for being notoriously difficult to dress, however it is now possible to obtain curtain poles which have been designed to fit all sizes of bay windows by using splicing pieces or jointed angles which fit round the corners of the bay.
The art of illusion is all about making the eye think [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 5- Playing With Light
January 27, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
In this mini series we continue to look at the art of illusion and the stunning affects this can have on your interior. Playing with light is an illusion which is one of the most important aspects of interior design.
Achieving a really stunning interior means you will have to pay attention to light, both natural [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 4 – The Layering Effect
January 26, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
The art of illusion is about seeing what is not really there. One of the latest and possible the strangest interior design trends is to use layering of art on curtains.
This is not about using art which has been printed onto fabric, but about hanging artwork onto curtains, or at least make it appear that [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 3 – Use Of Mirrors
January 25, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Another of the easiest ways to use illusion is with the use of mirrors. This has to be one of the oldest ‘tricks in the book’ and yet remains as popular today as ever before.
The placing of a mirror in a lounge or main living area is traditionally over the fire place. This can be [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 2 – Eye Tricks!
January 24, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
The art of illusion is all about tricking the eye and therefore the mind into believing that an item or object is in the place it is expected to be, when it reality it’s not!
There are many different ways that you can trick your eyes into seeing what’s not really there within interior design. A [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 1 – Maximising Your Space
January 23, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
The art of illusion is principally to make spaces appear larger than they actually are. One of the easiest methods of achieving this is to stick rigidly to the ‘no clutter’ rule!
It is surprising how claustrophobic living spaces can become when they are full of clutter! A simple tidy up job can make all the [...]
Putting The Emphasis On Comfort – Part 7 – Throughout Your Home
January 22, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Today we are going to take a look at adding an extra bit of comfort to your home. Having a comfy home will help to make spending time indoors much more relaxing and enjoyable. It will also help to make sitting in chairs, sleeping and other day to day tasks much easier on your body. [...]
